Grants
Find New Opportunities with Federal Grants
How can federal grants help your business?
MBDA funds third-party organizations that provide services in support of the Agency’s mission to promote the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises (MBEs). We often publish funding opportunity announcements to invite applications for grants, cooperative agreements, and other funding sources. Read on to learn about federal grants currently available.
How to Apply for an MBDA Grant
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Register your business to apply for a MBDA grant
To register your business to obtain a Unique Entity ID number so that your application can be tracked. Next register with SAM. To do this, you will need the authorizing official for your organization, and an Employer Identification Number. These two numbers are needed to create a Grants.gov account.
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Understand the Grant Announcement
Visit the specific grant page on MBDA.gov to learn more about the program and find frequently asked questions. Then, locate and download the grant application package from Grants.gov. Please review the YouTube video: Making a Reasonable, Allocable, and Allowable Budget for a Federal Grant.
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Attend a pre-application teleconference to learn more about the grant and requirements
All pre-application teleconference presentations are also available on the specific grant webpage at mbda.gov for future reference. Please review the YouTube video: Grants Process Overview.
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Understand the evaluation process
Thoroughly read the announcement, paying special attention to key sections of the announcement. Check your eligibility in Section C, finds the deadline and requirements in Section D, and learn about the selection process in Section E. When complete draft your application and make sure that you address all requirements outlined in the announcement. Please review the YouTube video: Ingredients for a Great Budget.
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Prepare and Submit Application
When application is complete, log onto Grants.gov and submit application. Application MUST be submitted before deadline. After submission, print confirmation of submission.
MBDA Grantees: Pilot Programs & Projects
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About This ProjectThe Washington Area Community Investment Fund (Wacif) offers robust business services—including financial capital, business advisory services, one-on-one and group technical assistance, and networking support - supporting the growth and resiliency of women of color entrepreneurs in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia Region....
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About This ProjectWomen’s Business Enterprise Council South to establish cutting-edge trainings, access to capital assistance, networking, and procurement opportunities especially for minority women-owned business enterprises....
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