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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (administered by Oklahoma Department of Commerce). The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) grant assists eligible small businesses with export development. The objective is to increase the overall number of small business exporters and increase their export sales by helping businesses diversify by entering international markets.
Eligible activities for reimbursement include participation in international or domestic trade shows, foreign trade missions, international marketing campaigns, export trade show exhibits, and export training workshops.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Oklahoma-based for-profit businesses that have been in business for at least one year, meet the SBA definition of a small business, are export-ready, have export products/services with a majority of U.S. content (51% or higher), and are in good standing with Oklahoma state agencies. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $24,000 per company (reimbursement up to 85% of approved expenses). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (administered by Oklahoma Department of Commerce). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Oklahoma. 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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