Federal programSmall business

Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Grants

Run by Minority Business Development Agency, a federal agency

Federal agency exclusively dedicated to growing minority-owned businesses. MBDA Business Centers provide free consulting, financing connections, and contract opportunities.

Award: Technical assistance + grant funding varies
Deadline: Rolling
Run by: Minority Business Development Agency; Federal

Who it's for

Minority-owned business (Black, Hispanic, Asian, Native American, etc.)
US citizen
For-profit business

Minority Business Development Agency decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at mbda.gov

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Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Grants is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Minority Business Development Agency decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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