Small Business Development Grant

Applications due by Friday, Oct. 2 at 5:00 SBDG Applications are open! Open the Zoom Meeting Contact the Regional Economic Development Director (REDD) in your region or project manager, Dana Foley to determine your eligibility and request an application. Contact a REDD Download regional map Monday, Aug. 3, 10-11 Webinar: Small Business Technical Assistance Grant and Small Business Development Grant Open the Zoom Meeting This session provides an overview of the programs, the application process, key dates, and more. Register Now Office hours 9 –4 Aug. 20 or Sept. 17 Connect directly with a WEDC representative to get answers to your questions. Email Dana for a meeting ID and passcode. Dana Foley Project Manager [email protected] Connecting small businesses with the capital they need to grow WEDC’s Small Business Development Grant (SBDG) Program encourages communities and economic development partners to invest in their small businesses. The program offers financial incentives for these communities and organizations to develop innovative programs that directly support small businesses and small business creation. The program’s goal is to support economic development programs that aim to broaden access to capital for small businesses in the state of Wisconsin. View PDF Want to know more? View the current guidelines and information for this program. Program Guidelines Program Information Download FAQ Recorded Webinar Discover more about the Small Business Development Grant Program, the application process, and important dates. Download Slides Youtube video How it works The SBDG Program is a competitive program that assists economic development organizations, membership governments, and counties to support small business development in their respective areas. WEDC has allocated $1.5 million for fiscal year 2027, with individual grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000. Eligibility Criteria Eligible uses of funds include, but are not limited to, matching grant programs (such as startup, façade, expansion) and small business financing for firms with fewer than 25 full-time employees. Grant funds may not be used to cover past costs nor program administration. WEDC will not require matching funds for this program; however, applications that provide for matching funds will receive extra points in the scoring process. Applicants who have not received prior funding through the program will also receive priority. Prior SBDG recipients are not eligible to apply for another SDBG until their existing award has been fully utilized. The scoring process will take into account whether the project is in a rural or distressed area and whether it will assist small businesses that are diversely owned, among other criteria. Have Questions? Contact your Regional Development Director or Dana Foley to request an application. Let’s connect Companies and communities are finding success in Wisconsin. Success Stories Minocqua Popcorn & Puffs, Eagle River Success Stories The Cheese Corner Success Stories Mayville

your eligibility and request an application. Contact a REDD