Businesses
Government-funded
Varies
Amount varies
Subsidy
Ongoing cost support
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Moderate
Standard state application
Washington State Department of Commerce's economic development initiative focuses on strengthening key industries, expanding international trade, and supporting small business growth across all 39 counties. The program provides training, funding access, and support to local economic development partners to build a prosperous, sustainable economy.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below for a rules-based self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Located in Washington State
2.Small business or economic development organization
3.Engaged in key state industries
4.Seeking funding, training, or trade expansion support
CAEATFA · California
Full state and local sales and use tax exemption (7.25–10%) on equipment purchases for California manufacturers of solar, wind, batteries, EVs, fuel cells, and green building materials. Reduces equipment procurement costs with board pre-approval.
Utah OEO · Utah
30% state income tax credit on new employee wages for businesses creating 5+ jobs in rural Utah Economic Opportunity Zones. Meaningful incentive to locate outside Salt Lake's urban corridor, with a 5-year credit period.
GOED · Nevada
Sales tax abatements (up to 2%), property tax abatements, and Modified Business Tax credits for clean energy manufacturers locating or expanding in Nevada. Targets solar, wind, battery storage, and EV-related product manufacturers creating 10+ jobs.