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Ohio Microbusiness Development Program is sponsored by Ohio Department of Development (administered by Ohio CDC Association). This program provides funding to Ohio CDC Association nonprofit members that offer microbusiness development programs.
It aims to encourage microbusiness development, provide low- and moderate-income households with access to capital for business development and self-employment, and create and retain long-term jobs. Assistance can be in the form of training, technical assistance, or direct assistance through an Individual Development Account (IDA).
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that offer microbusiness development programs to entrepreneurs. The ultimate beneficiaries are micro-businesses (five or fewer employees, including the owner) run by low-income entrepreneurs (at or below 50 percent of Area Median Income) who are launching or expanding a business. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $45,000 (per organization, average around $34,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Ohio Microbusiness Development Program are due December 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Ohio Microbusiness Development Program is funded by Ohio Department of Development (administered by Ohio CDC Association). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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