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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP Grant) is sponsored by Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network / U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Reimburses eligible small businesses for costs related to exporting and expanding into international markets. This includes expenses like marketing plans, export credit insurance, trade show fees, and related travel expenses, product sample shipments, and translation services.
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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) | U.S. Small Business Administration State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Look into financial awards for state and territory governments that can help grow small businesses through exporting. Information for small businesses The STEP grant program has helped thousands of small businesses obtain grants and find customers in the international marketplace since 2011.
Through awards to U.S. states and territories, STEP helps small businesses overcome obstacles to exporting by providing grants to cover costs associated with entering and expanding into international markets.
STEP financial support helps U.S. small businesses: Participate in foreign trade missions Support website globalization and e-commerce capabilities Pay for subscriptions to services provided by the U.S. Department of Commerce and other federal agencies Participate in export trade show exhibits and training workshops Check out the SBA Grants for Global Expansion webinar to learn more about the STEP program. Ready to apply?
Contact STEP awardees in your state or territory to find out how they can help you start or expand your business to reach global customers with the help of a STEP grant. Information for state entities STEP 12 Fiscal Year 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) SBA is now accepting proposals for funding from eligible state entities that want to provide assistance and guidance to small businesses interested in exporting.
Applications must be received by June 6, 2024 . STEP provides financial awards to state and territory governments to assist small businesses with export development.
Find information on how eligible state entities can apply for STEP awards to be used to increase small business exporters and their sales in their state: CFR: Third-party in-kind contributions CFR: Cost sharing or matching STEP awardee Terms and Conditions STEP awards are managed and provided at the local level by state government organizations. The program is managed at the national level by SBA’s Office of Manufacturing and Trade .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Florida businesses looking to export or expand their global reach. Businesses must be organized or incorporated in the United States and operating in the United States. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $15,000 per year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP Grant) is funded by Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network / U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Florida. 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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