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Small Business Development Grant (SBDG) Program is a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) that funds economic development organizations, municipalities, tribal governments, and counties to support small business investment in Wisconsin communities.
The program provides grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 to help organizations build an innovation investment portfolio that includes capital access, technical assistance, and support services for small businesses. Eligible applicants include economic development organizations, local governments, and tribal governments across Wisconsin that are actively supporting small business growth.
Funded activities may include establishing revolving loan funds, providing matching grants to small businesses, and building local entrepreneurial ecosystems. Applications are reviewed competitively through WEDC.
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Small Business Development Grant Home » Programs » Small Business Development Grant Small Business Development Grant - Informational Webinar Wednesday, Aug. 13, 12:30–1:30 p. m.
Learn more about the program, application process, and important dates. Application period is Aug. 13 - Sept.
15 Applications due by Monday, Sept 15 at 11:59 p. m. SBDG Applications are open!
Contact the Regional Economic Development Director (REDD) in your region to determine your eligibility and request an application. The FY26 application period has expired. Connecting small businesses with the capital they need to grow The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC’s) Small Business Development Grant (SBDG) Program encourages communities and economic development partners to invest in their small businesses.
The program offers financial incentives for these communities and organizations to develop innovative programs that directly support small businesses and small business creation. The program’s goal is to support economic development programs that aim to broaden access to capital for small businesses in the state of Wisconsin. View the current guidelines and information for this program.
The SBDG Program is a competitive program that assists economic development organizations, membership organizations, municipalities, Tribal governments, and counties to support small business development in their respective areas. WEDC has allocated $1. 5 million for fiscal year 2026, with individual grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000.
Eligible uses of funds include, but are not limited to, matching grant programs (such as startup, façade, expansion) and small business financing for firms with fewer than 25 full-time employees. Grant funds may not be used to cover past costs nor program administration. WEDC will not require matching funds for this program; however, applications that provide for matching funds will receive extra points in the scoring process.
Applicants who have not received prior funding through the program will also receive priority. The scoring process will take into account whether the project is in a rural or distressed area and whether it will assist small businesses that are diversely owned, among other criteria. Contact your Regional Development Director or Dana Nielsen to request an application.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Economic development organizations, municipalities, Tribal governments, and counties in Wisconsin supporting small business investment. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Development Grant (SBDG) Program is funded by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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