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SBA PRIME, Program for Investment in Micro-Entrepreneurs

Run by Small Business Administration (SBA), a federal agency

Federal grants to nonprofits to provide training, one-on-one coaching, and technical assistance specifically to low-income and disadvantaged micro-entrepreneurs. Focuses on people who can't access traditional business support, particularly low-income women.

Award
Free business training, coaching, and technical assistance (no direct cash)
Deadline
Rolling, contact a PRIME-funded organization in your area
Run by
Small Business Administration (SBA)
Federal

Who it's for

  • Low-income individual (income below 200% FPL)
  • Starting or growing a micro-business (typically fewer than 5 employees)
  • Access services through a PRIME-funded nonprofit organization in your area

Small Business Administration (SBA) 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.

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Small Business Administration (SBA) decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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