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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (administered in Hawaii by the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT)). The Hawaii State Trade Expansion Program (HiSTEP), partly funded by the SBA, assists small businesses looking to enter international markets through export readiness programs, counseling, training, and reimbursement grant opportunities for activities like trade missions and international marketing.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Hawaii-based small businesses pursuing overseas markets and export development activities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (administered in Hawaii by the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT)). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Hawaii. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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