$25K
per applicant
Grant
Cash award, application-based
Rolling
No fixed cutoff
Rolling
Or check for open cycles
Moderate
Standard state application
Business development grants and mentorship for Virginia veteran-owned small businesses, providing funds for startup costs, market expansion, and access to the Virginia DSBSD certification for state contracting.
Do I qualify?
Answer the questions below to get an instant self-assessment of your fit for this program. This is informational — final determinations are made by the administering agency.
1.Must be a veteran or active duty service member honorably discharged or currently serving
2.Business must be for-profit and located in Virginia
3.51%+ ownership and control by veteran required for DSBSD certification
4.Grant funds: up to $25,000 for eligible startup or expansion costs
5.Must complete DVS business development workshop to qualify
NDED · Nebraska
Refundable income tax credits and sales tax exemptions for Nebraska businesses making significant capital investments and creating quality jobs, with tiered benefits based on investment and job levels.
KCED · Kentucky
Provides tax incentives to new and expanding Kentucky businesses creating jobs and investing capital, including wage assessments, income tax credits, and sales tax savings on construction materials.
ACCD · Vermont
Cash incentive payments for Vermont businesses creating new qualifying jobs, calculated as a share of new payroll and capital investment over a 5-year period.