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Micro Grants Program - The Market Entry Fund (Minnesota) is sponsored by The Market Entry Fund, in partnership with Renewing the Countryside (RTC). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Micro Grants for MN Food and Beverage Businesses Now in its sixth year, this program supports early-stage Minnesota food and beverage entrepreneurs producing packaged products for the consumer market. Each year, 15–20 businesses receive grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to help grow their operations and prepare for broader market entry.
While all eligible businesses are encouraged to apply, priority is given to underrepresented entrepreneurs who face greater barriers to starting and scaling a business. In 2026, our 6th year of the Micro Grants Program, we will continue in close partnership with Renewing the Countryside (RTC) under its work with the FEAST initiatives– see link below to RTC’s website.
The program will operate much as it has in previous years: Eligibility will remain similar Applications are expected to open in late April or early May, with decisions in Aug/Sept. RTC will serve as the primary program administrator and main point of contact for applicants. During this transition year, TMEF will remain actively involved as steward of the program’s mission, working alongside RTC.
This partnership is designed to strengthen the program’s long-term sustainability and impact beyond 2026. Apasa Grains (dba Apasa Foods) Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis Minneapolis - Founded by Shalini Gupta and Pramila Vasudevan, Apasa Foods makes handcrafted, fermented achaar - an authentic South Asian pickle.
Their priority for the grant is to inform consumers about this culturally inspired product by more effectively integrating brand and storytelling. Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis New Hope - Mónica Jiménez founded Chocolate San Jose-Minneapolis in 2018 to create chocolates from the cacao grown on her family’s farm in Ecuador.
The founder aims to expand into additional retailers that feature local and healthy products, and plans to purchase essential equipment to scale production. More About Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis Minneapolis - Nicole Bolea & Zach Whitney founded Coffeewomple, a coffee roastery that prioritizes sustainability by roasting with all-electric roasters and using compostable packaging.
The grant will provide similar equipment to enhance their production, enabling higher output and supporting expansion into retail. Bloomington - Founded by Delma Kaiga, Diction is a 100% certified organic farm on 0. 5 acres of land.
It is committed to providing fresh produce to communities using sustainable practices that benefit humans as well as the environment. The grant provides refrigeration equipment to improve the storage and freshness of the farm’s packaged produce. Cohasset - Benjamin Bostaph founded Master’s Maples, a business specializing in pure maple syrup and maple products.
The founder is dedicated to educating the public about its health benefits as a natural sweetener. Priority for the grant is to expand the product line with single-serve syrup packs by purchasing equipment and packaging. More about Master's Maples Shoreview - Founded by Maria Sharperson and Allie Spadaro in 2017, Minneoats offers oatmeal and granola for nourishing, on-the-go breakfast options.
The business is poised to scale while maintaining quality and consistency. The grant will enable the founder to streamline operations; upgrade packaging and purchase essential equipment. Himalayan Dumplings dba Mr. MoMo Rainy Day Prosperity dba Sushi Zen Himalayan Dumplings dba Mr. MoMo Minneapolis - Mr. Momo was founded by Subash Yadav with a mission to bring the flavors of Nepali dumplings to American tables.
Yadav hopes to expand further into the wholesale market. His priority for the grant is to inform consumers about this culturally inspired product by more effectively weaving marketing and storytelling together. Rainy Day Prosperity dba Sushi Zen Himalayan Dumplings dba Mr. MoMo Minneapolis - Neha Bressers founded NOMaste to offer freeze-dried, vegan meals, without compromising nutrition, flavor, or convenience.
The founder hopes to expand the product line in the future by introducing recipes inspired by global flavors. Her goal is to increase production efficiency and output through the purchase of additional equipment. Rainy Day Prosperity dba Sushi Zen Rainy Day Prosperity dba Sushi Zen Rainy Day Prosperity dba Sushi Zen Brooklyn Park - Akalat Thao and Jenny Yang started Sushi Zen in 2024.
They offer 20+ different rolls and nigiri, made daily and currently supplied to nine retailers. Sushi Zen hopes to continue partnering with more local grocery stores. The founders are on a trajectory of growth.
They plan to meet demand by investing in essential equipment with the grant. LEARN MORE ABOUT ALL OUR 2025 RECIPIENTS - Chocolate San Jose - Minneapolis - The Minnesota Chocolate Lab
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Early-stage Minnesota food and beverage entrepreneurs producing packaged consumer products; priority given to underrepresented entrepreneurs facing greater barriers to starting and scaling a business. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.