Small Business Support Grants is sponsored by Botetourt County Economic Development Authority. Supports existing small businesses in Botetourt County with grants for professional services, including technology and AI.

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* indicates a required field This section is incomplete This section is incomplete Right Here In Botetourt County Small Business Grant Program Grant Applications Closed October 17, 2025 The Botetourt County Board of Supervisors, Department of Economic Development, and Economic Development Authority (EDA) ask small businesses located in Botetourt County to consider applying for the County’s small business grant program.

Grants are intended to support existing small businesses in the County by providing grants typically in amounts between $2,000 and $6,000. General Eligibility to Receive a Grant: Only small businesses physically located and based in Botetourt County employing 100 or fewer employees. Businesses that received grants in 2024 are eligible; however, preference may be given to applicants who have not received an award.

Sole proprietorships, LLCs, partnerships, corporations, or self-employed individuals that are recognized business entities. Non-profit organizations are not eligible for this grant. Applicant must hold a valid Botetourt business license OR town business license and Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) certificate.

Copies of both Business License and SCC Certificate must accompany the application, AND the applicant must have been in full operation since May 1, 2025. Business must be in good standing with all applicable governmental requirements and current with all Botetourt County taxes/fees or other assessments and have a current business license as required above.

Agricultural production operations are exempt from the SCC and County business license filing requirements; however, other documentation must be presented showing that the farm-related business has been in existence since May 1, 2025, as with other types of businesses. The Department of Economic Development staff will review all applications for eligibility and completeness of the application.

Staff may recommend a grant amount to award to an eligible small business. Eligible applications and recommended grant award amounts will be presented to the Botetourt County Economic Development Authority and/or its grant review committee; and Successful applicants must provide a signed grant agreement between the small business applicant and the EDA prior to any funds being disbursed.

Grants are available for any for-profit small business based in Botetourt County. Businesses that employ more than 100 workers and non-profit corporations are not eligible for this grant program. Application Period is from September 4, 2025, to October 17, 2025.

Funding for this program is limited. Awarded grants will typically be between $2,000 and not more than $6,000. The EDA has the authority to adjust the award amount based on the application and funds available.

This grant program will be competitive; not every applicant will receive a grant. Botetourt County and the Economic Development Authority reserve the sole discretion whether to award a grant to any eligible small business. Grants will be reimbursable for eligible expenses after proper documentation has been provided.

Grant awards should be made during October or November 2025. Final documents for grant closeout are due May 13, 2026. The intent is to award at least one grant to a small business in each of the five magisterial districts (Amsterdam, Blue Ridge, Buchanan, Fincastle, and Valley districts); however, the EDA has full discretion as to the awards.

Eligible uses of grant funds: Professional Services, including marketing (incl. chamber dues), professional services such as finance & accounting, legal, engineering, technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) subscriptions, consulting or applications. New capital investments, including real estate & building improvements/expansions, machinery, and equipment.

Job creation, including costs associated with selecting, hiring, and training employees. Complying with State or Local regulations/permitting. How the grants will be reviewed and awarded: Quality/Clarity of Application Sales and Marketing Strategy Creation of new jobs/positions Demonstrated opportunity to grow and sustain the business.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected] . Primary Contact Information How many full-time equivalent employees do you have? * Check one or more eligible uses that you will be applying for: * Professional Services, including marketing (incl.

chamber dues), finance & accounting, legal counsel, engineering, technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) subscriptions, consulting or applications. New Capital Investments including real estate & building improvements/expansions, machinery, and equipment Job Creation, including costs associated with selecting, hiring, and training employees.

Complying with State or Local regulations / permitting Narrative (please limit responses to 300 words or less for each question) 1. Tell us about your business. What goods and/or services are provided?

How do you attract and retain customers? How long has your business been in operation? What excites you about your business?

Have you considered utilizing AI in your business, and if so, how? * What is your proposal? What would you do with the grant (maximum grant of $6,000) if awarded?

Do you have a budget for how the grant would be spent? Please briefly describe the budget. * If you have one, upload your budget (pdf or excel) 3.

How could the grant benefit your business? What tangible difference would receiving a grant make for your business? * Upload copy of Business License Upload copy of VA SCC Certificate Agricultural Business applicant: upload other information to show length of active business.

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