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The Montgomery County Supporting Minority and Women-owned Businesses Technical Assistance Grant is a grant from the Montgomery County LGBT Business Council that funds technical assistance for historically disadvantaged small businesses in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
The program provides no-cost coaching, workshops, and support to minority-owned or women-owned businesses in eligible census tracts or those negatively impacted by COVID-19. Support includes 1-on-1 finance and operations coaching, digital tools workshops, certification cohorts, and capital access resources.
Eligible businesses must be 51% minority-owned or 51% women-owned, located in a HUD Qualified Census Tract or COVID-19 impacted, with fewer than 500 employees in Montgomery County. The application deadline is April 30, 2026.
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Grant Opportunities - Montco LGBT Business Council Policy and Annual Reports Member Marketing Opportunities Policy and Annual Reports Member Marketing Opportunities Policy and Annual Reports Member Marketing Opportunities Policy and Annual Reports Member Marketing Opportunities Policy and Annual Reports Member Marketing Opportunities Policy and Annual Reports Member Marketing Opportunities Grant opportunities for small businesses Supporting minority & women-owned businesses grant opportunity 2025-2026 The Montgomery County LGBT Business Council is offering grant-funded technical assistance to historically disadvantaged small businesses across Montgomery County, PA.
Our goal is to provide resources, coaching, and support to help you grow, at no cost to your business. grant application deadline is APRIL 30TH, 2026. Supporting Minority & Women-owned businesses Eligibility & What's Included.
To be eligible, your business must meet at least one of the following criteria.. Located in a HUD Qualified Census Tract (QCT) Negatively impacted by COVID-19 – Required if not located in HUD Qualified Census Tract (QCT) Current Business Council Member What does the Grant Cover?
Businesses that qualify can receive support in the following areas: 📊 1:1 Coaching & Guidance — Finance, compliance, marketing, and operations 🧑💻 Workshops & Cohorts — Digital tools, growth strategies, certification courses, and capital readiness.
📄 Application Support — Help with certifications and financing applications 🤝 Connections — Access to a statewide network of business resources and partners 💡 These services are funded by grant opportunities to eliminate financial barriers for your business. Complete our online application form.
Provide Basic information about your business (ownership, location, size) Confirm your eligibility, if you are having a hard time determining, click the option on the application to have a board member reach out to you to confirm eligibility. Once eligibility is confirmed and grant approved, our team will connect you with a technical assistance provider based off of your current business needs.
Begin receiving services tailored to your business needs. Click Here to Apply for TA Grant Who can apply for these grant opportunities? A: Small businesses in Montgomery County that are minority-owned, women-owned, located in a HUD Qualified Census Tract (QCT), or have fewer than 500 employees.
What does "grant-funded technical assistance" mean? A: It means the costs of services like coaching, workshops, and application support are paid for through grant funding. You don’t have to pay out-of-pocket for these services.
What kind of service are included? A: Services include: 1:1 business coaching, workshops, guidance on compliance and marketing, and help completing financing or certification applications. How long does the program run?
A: Grant opportunities are available until the Deadline of April 30th, 2026. How do I know if my business is in a Qualified Census Track (QCT)? A: You can use the HUD QCT map tool available above or by clicking here (), or our team can help you determine eligibility by clicking that option on the application.
Is there a deadline to apply? A: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis through April 30th, 2026 or until funds are fully allocated. How long does it take to get connected with a provider, if approved?
A: Once we receive and review your intake form, you’ll hear from us within the first 1-2 weeks. The process itself will take on average 2-4 weeks to allow for review of eligibility and TA provider connection. Is this a grant directly to my business?
A: No, the funds are not direct cash grant. Instead, they cover the cost of technical assistance services delivered through our inclusive partner network. State resources for Small businesses Small Business in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania is home to 1.
1 million small businesses and employs 2. 5 million individuals — about half of the state’s private workforce. Small businesses play a vital role in Pennsylvania’s economy, accounting for 99.
6 percent of businesses in the state. Their economic impact is evident across a variety of business sectors here, ranging from professional services, retail, construction, and health care to manufacturing, education, and beyond. Read more about how small businesses are finding success in Pennsylvania on the #PAProud blog .
- HTTPS://BUSINESS. PA. GOV/PA-PROUD/SMALL-BUSINESSES-IN-PENNSYLVANIA/ State resources for women-owned businesses The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide services to all small business populations and make special efforts to reach members of historically underrepresented and underserved populations, including women.
Understanding the unique challenges women face, the SBDCs provide services tailored to their specific needs. In fact, women-and jointly-owned businesses consistently represent over half of their client base. Learn more about the Opens in new window SBDC resources for women-owned businesses in Pennsylvania.
- HTTPS://BUSINESS. PA. GOV/PA-PROUD/SMALL-BUSINESSES-IN-PENNSYLVANIA/ State resources for minority-owned businesses Minority-owned businesses are growing at a much faster rate than that of U.S. businesses overall.
The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide services to all small business populations and make special efforts to reach members of historically underrepresented and underserved populations, including minorities. Spanish-speaking business services are also available for our minority-owned businesses. Learn more about the SBDC resources for minority-owned businesses in Pennsylvania.
- https://business. pa. gov/GROW/SUPPORTING-DIVERSE-BUSINESSES/SUPPORTING-MINORITY-OWNED-BUSINESSES/ State resources for LGBTQ+ businesses The experts from the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) provide services to all the small business populations and make special efforts to reach members of historically underrepresented and underserved populations.
Visit the SBDC website to find your local SBDC and learn more about the resources and services they offer. - https://business. pa.
gov/grow/supporting-diverse-businesses/supporting-veteran-owned-businesses/ State resources for Veteran owned businesses Veterans and reservists starting a small business in Pennsylvania are exempt from paying a business fee, which is any fee required to be paid to the state government or a political subdivision for starting or opening a business in the state.
Visit the Pennsylvania Department of State website to learn more about the Veteran-Owned Business Fee Exemption and its requirements. For more general information about registering a business in Pennsylvania, make sure to view our Register section. Veterans have a significant impact on the economy as owners of their own businesses.
The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide services to all small business populations and make special efforts to reach members of all historically underrepresented and underserved populations, including veterans. Learn more about the SBDC resources for veteran-owned businesses in Pennsylvania.
The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) Program is a one-stop shop for transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses looking to start, purchase, or grow a business. VBOCs provide transition assistance programs, including nationally acclaimed Boots to Business and Boots to Business Reboot, as well as business development assistance such as training, counseling, mentoring, and resource referrals.
Opens in new window The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) at Penn State also serves Pennsylvania residents. - https://business. pa.
gov/GROW/SUPPORTING-DIVERSE-BUSINESSES/SUPPORTING-VETERAN-OWNED-BUSINESSES/ State Funding - PA Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) You can find a list of all available programs administered by DCED on their Programs and Funding webpage . If you find a program in which you are interested, select the program and review the PDF guidelines on the program overview page for eligibility information and how to apply.
- https://business. pa. gov/grow/small-business-funding/ Struggling?
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Businesses that are 51% minority-owned or 51% women-owned, located in a HUD Qualified Census Tract or COVID-19 negatively impacted, with fewer than 500 employees in Montgomery County, PA. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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FY26 Food as Medicine Grant Program is a grant from Montgomery County, Maryland's Office of Grants Management providing $750,000 in total funding for healthcare-led programs that screen pediatric patients for food insecurity and deliver medically tailored nutritious food and nutrition education. Eligible applicants include pediatric primary care providers, school-based health centers, food assistance operators, nutrition educators, and local farm partners working together in multi-sector partnerships. Programs must serve Montgomery County households with at least one child aged 0–18 who has a diet-related disease diagnosis. The program addresses critical gaps in nutrition security for underserved families while increasing access to locally produced, culturally relevant food.
Montgomery County Fund Grant is a grant from the Montgomery County Fund that funds charitable projects benefiting the residents of Montgomery County, North Carolina. The program supports nonprofits providing services in areas such as education, human services, arts, and community development within the county. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations located in or primarily serving Montgomery County. Awards are $5,000 per grant, with an application deadline of April 28, 2026.