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Find similar grantsMelissa Washington Small Business Award is sponsored by Pacific Northwest Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC). Supports women veteran entrepreneurs in Northern California, Oregon, and Washington with grants up to $500,000 to bridge the gap between military service and business ownership.
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Melissa Washington Small Business Award - PNW VBOC Looking to Elevate Your Skills? Join Us for Our Upcoming Workshops! Invest in Your Vision: The Melissa Washington Small Business Award Scaling Innovation from the Bay to the Valley At the Pacific Northwest Regional VBOC , we see firsthand the incredible innovation innovation driven by our women veteran entrepreneurs across Northern California, Oregon, and Washington .
From tech hubs in Silicon Valley to agricultural breakthroughs in the Central Valley and Willamette Valley, your businesses are the backbone of our regional economy. We are proud to highlight a funding opportunity through Women Veterans Giving specifically designed to bridge the gap between military service and business ownership: The Melissa Washington Small Business Award (MWSBA).
Why This Award is Different Many grants require years of tax returns or massive revenue. The MWSBA is different. It is built on the belief that a strong mission and a solid plan deserve a head start.
For the Dreamers: Startups with clear financial projections are encouraged to apply. For the Doers: Established businesses looking to scale their operations can secure capital for their next big move. For the Serving: Uniquely, this award is open to active-duty women , helping you build your “next chapter” before you even hang up the uniform.
Selected recipients will receive a comprehensive support package: Direct Capital: A grant of up to $5,000 to fund equipment, marketing, or operations. Strategic Mentorship: Professional business coaching to fine-tune your growth trajectory. National Visibility: An invitation to be honored at the VIB Network National Conference.
Window Opens: May 1, 2026 Window Closes: July 31, 2026 Awards Ceremony: November 2-3, 2026 (In Palm Springs!) Get “Application-Ready” with Pacific Northwest Regional VBOC A winning grant application requires more than just a good idea—it requires data. Our consultants are standing by to help you prepare the specific documents required for the MWSBA: Refining your Executive Summary.
Polishing your 12-month financial projections. Defining your “Business Why” for the committee. Ready to apply?
Click here to visit the Women Veterans Giving website . Don’t hit “Submit” alone. Schedule a no-cost consultation with a Pacific Northwest Regional VBOC advisor today to ensure your application stands out in the crowd.
We will never send you spam, it’s a promise Federal Funding Transparency Funding and Financial Disclosures The Northern California Small Business Development Centers (Norcal SBDC) is a business advisory service of the Cal Poly Humboldt’s Sponsored Programs Foundation and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U. S Small Business Administration.
SBDC services are provided in a nondiscriminatory way to all legal residents and citizens in the United States. The program is supported by federal taxpayer funds.
By registering for services or training, clients certify that they are legally eligible to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal laws and Executive Order 14218 “Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders (February 19, 2025).
” As a nonprofit organization funded in part through government grants and partnerships, we are committed to openly sharing the details of our financial structure. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of our funding sources and how these resources help us serve the small business community.
Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and grants from the California Office of the Small Business Advocate. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA or the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.
Federal Funding Disclosures Norcal SBDC — In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328 Small Business Development Center Program Federal Share: 50% – $4,888,054. 00 Non-Federal Share: 50% – $4,888,054.
00 Total Program Cost: $9,776,108 SSBCI Technical Assistance Program Federal Share: 100% – $760,800 Non-Federal Share: 0% – $0 Total Program Cost: $760,800 Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program Federal Share: 50% – $200,000 Non-Federal Share: 50% – $200,000 Total Program Cost: $400,000 Federal Share: 100% – $300,000 Non-Federal Share: 0% – $150,000 Total Program Cost: $450,000
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Women veterans in Northern California, Oregon, and Washington seeking to start or grow a small business. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Melissa Washington Small Business Award are due July 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Melissa Washington Small Business Award is funded by Pacific Northwest Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California, Washington, and Oregon. Check the official notice for exact location requirements.
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