OH International Market Access Grant for Exporters

The Business Acceleration Grant supports existing businesses and provides funding assistance that allows for the expansion or improved operation of qualified Englewood businesses. The grant offers up to $10,000 for physical/capital investments that support expanding businesses, improve business operations, or foster business retention. Capital improvements are permanent investments in the building or on the property, which are generally associated with a building permit. Businesses open in Englewood for a minimum of two years are eligible to apply. Businesses that apply for funding assistance must either own their building or if the business is a tenant have a minimum of two years remaining on a lease for eligibility. Successful grant applications should demonstrate that funding will yield an increase in the number of employees at the business or an increase in sales revenues.

The New Jersey Clean Tech Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Program provides early-stage New Jersey based clean technology companies with vouchers of up to $40,000 to subsidize access to research and development equipment, facilities, and makerspaces at participating "core facilities" across the state. Administered by the New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT) in collaboration with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), the program is designed to accelerate development and innovation of clean technologies, helping companies transform research stage discoveries into commercially viable technologies that attract industry and investor interest. Eligible target areas include chemicals and advanced materials, energy distribution and storage, energy efficiency, energy generation, green buildings, transportation, waste processing, and water and agriculture. Funds are paid directly to participating core facilities (which include New Jersey based colleges and universities, federal labs, NJEDA approved Strategic Innovation Centers, and approved nonprofit organizations) rather than to the business itself, and may be used for access to labs, equipment, makerspaces, and technology centers, use of facility equipment and technicians for testing and development, training to prepare for independent use of equipment, access to datasets at participating facilities, and supplies and consumables needed to operate that equipment. Applicants can apply for multiple CSIT vouchers up to a combined cap of $40,000 in any 12-month period. To qualify, applicants must be a for-profit company authorized and in good standing to conduct business in New Jersey (nonprofits are not eligible), have no more than 50 full-time-equivalent workers, have at least one full-time worker, conduct 50 percent or more of cumulative work hours in New Jersey, generate less than or equal to $5 million in prior calendar year sales revenue (excluding grant revenue), and hold a current NJ Tax Clearance Certificate listing CSIT. Approved projects must fall within Technology Readiness Levels 1 through 7 (from basic research through full-scale prototype demonstration in a relevant environment). Manufacturing of products for sale or commercial use and real estate rental expenses are not eligible. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis as long as program funds remain available, and applicants must secure a written letter of support, agreed scope of work, and agreed budget from a participating core facility before their application is complete.

The purpose of the Montana SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program is to foster job creation and economic development in the state by providing matching grants to eligible businesses meeting the criteria set forth in these guidelines. The Montana SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program is designed to award grant funds to Montana companies that have been awarded a Small Business Innovation Research Program or Small Business Technology Transfer Program (Federal SBIR/STTR Program) Phase I award and that, if the opportunity to do so is available, intend to apply for a Federal SBIR/STTR Program Phase II award. The State may provide up to $30,000 to businesses that have received a Phase 1 award, referred to as Stage 1 funds. Additionally, the business may be able to apply for an additional $30,000 towards the completion of Phase 2 project, referred to as Stage 2 funds. Businesses must have received a Stage 1 award in order to apply for a Stage 2 funds.

The Pave HER Way Women's Grant Programs provide women across the United States with grants of up to $90,000 to remove barriers, support education and personal growth, and fund projects that create public benefit for women and girls. Administered by Pave HER Way, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, the program funds women at any stage of their journey, whether they have been doing the work for years, are building something new, or need the financial runway to start. Awards include mentorship, cohort experiences, and access to the Pave HER Way network alongside the funding itself. The program is offered through three distinct grant tracks. The Change Agent Prize awards up to $90,000 to recognize proven leaders (in any field and any role) who already have a demonstrated track record of doing work that helps other women. This prize is nomination-only, with awards limited to individuals nominated by someone from Pave HER Way's invited pool of nominators (direct applications are not accepted). The Disruptor Award provides up to $90,000 in sponsorship for a transformational project or idea with clear public benefit for women and girls, and is open to any woman with a qualifying project regardless of field or role. Mentorship and cohort experience are required for Disruptor Award recipients. The Financial Aid track provides up to $30,000 in need-based support for women facing financial barriers to taking the next step, whether that means funding their education or overcoming personal hardship. Mentorship, cohort experience, and network access are available but not required for Financial Aid recipients. To be eligible for any of the three programs, applicants must identify as a woman, be at least 18 years old, be a U.S. resident or citizen, and not be a relative, officer, employee, or member of the Board of Directors of Pave HER Way. There are no additional eligibility restrictions related to business ownership, industry, or geographic location within the United States.

The Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites Program (PA SITES) was established to provide grant and loan funding to eligible applicants to develop competitive sites for businesses to relocate or expand within the Commonwealth. The Construction Grants and Loans component provides grants and loans to serve as gap financing for strategic sites that need financial assistance to help reduce development risk for businesses. The grant and loan funding is intended to help finance strategic investments that will enhance sites across the Commonwealth to effectively compete for expanding and relocating businesses. The program will help reduce development risk for businesses by timeline reduction from the development of public infrastructure or reducing unknown development costs.