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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is sponsored by Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development. The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) offers eligible small businesses funding to expand into foreign markets. Support includes trade missions, trade shows, market research, e-commerce development, and export training.
Eligible businesses may receive up to 75% reimbursement for pre-approved, allowable export-related expenses up to $20,000 per year.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible companies must have a physical operation and employees in Vermont, making at least 51% of the product in the United States. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to 75% reimbursement for pre-approved expenses, up to $20,000 per year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is funded by Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Vermont. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Downtown Transportation Fund is a grant from the State of Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development that funds municipalities working to improve transportation infrastructure in Vermont's downtown and village center districts. Eligible applicants are Vermont municipalities seeking to enhance pedestrian access, streetscapes, or multimodal connectivity within designated downtown or village center areas. Awards of up to $200,000 are available to support capital transportation projects that strengthen the economic vitality and livability of Vermont's downtowns. Applications typically open in September and are due in November or December. This program is administered as part of Vermont's Downtown Development Program, which promotes investment in designated downtown and village centers statewide.
Business Enhancements Grants is a Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD) grant program offering awards of $10,000 to $50,000 to support agricultural and forest businesses statewide. With $620,000 in available funds, the program supports infrastructure development, research and development, and workforce training initiatives. Projects run for 12 months with an estimated April 2026 start date. There is no match requirement, though applicants requesting more than the grant amount must demonstrate their ability to cover remaining costs. Applications are submitted through WebGrants, with past-round deadlines in December and funding decisions announced in late February or early March.
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