How Do You Find & Win Small Business Grants?
Small business grants are often a hot topic among entrepreneurs with limited funds and access to capital. We have all seen the headlines: “Free Government Grant for Small Business.” It seems all too easy. Locate a government small business grant, apply and before you know it you have the money to grow your cash-strapped business. Most U.S. government departments, such as the Department of Commerce, do not provide any grants for starting a small business. Grant programs are available through state programs and other groups. The grant programs are often awarded to fields such as medicine or education, with very specific eligibility criteria. Process for Finding Small Business Grants The process of finding a small business grant program and reviewing the requirements is time consuming. After conducting a two-week search for a medical publisher, I found the requirements to be very specific and difficult to meet. Eligibility can be based on location, sales revenue to date, years in business
