Golden LEAF supports agriculture projects as an economic development engine. Our grants for agriculture projects have supported the development of new crops, expanded markets for agriculture products, scientific research, training for farmers, cost-effective techniques and value-added agricultural enterprises.
Contact:
info@goldenleaf.org
252.442.7474
301 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Golden LEAF awards funds to invest in improving economic competitiveness and capacity of rural, economically distressed areas through Board-led initiatives.
Contact:
info@goldenleaf.org
252.442.7474
301 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
The Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program provides funding to organizations to execute state/regional programs that increase the number of SBIR/STTR proposals leading to an increase in the number of SBIR/STTR awards from women, socially/economically disadvantaged individuals, and small businesses in underrepresented areas – typically rural states. Eligible applicants include state and local economic development agencies, colleges and universities, accelerators, incubators, Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), Women’s Business Centers (WBCs), Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs), and other technology-based economic development entities. Only one proposal is allowed per state, with an accompanying letter from a state’s governor or equivalent. Varying levels of matching funds are required from each participating state or territory. Funding Opportunity on Grants.gov
Contact:
sbir.gov/feedback
571.306.5201
SBA District Office
409 3rd St., SW
Washington, DC 20416
The SBTDC specializes in helping businesses identify and prepare for: Traditional bank loans, SBA-guaranteed loans, Federal R&D and commercialization funding, Equity capital investment, and, International export financing.
Contact:
Regional Offices
info@sbtdc.org
919.715.7272
5 West Hargett Street, Suite 600
Raleigh, NC 27601
Manufacturing USA Institute posts current open project opportunities here: manufacturingusa.com/opportunities
Contact:
manufacturingusa.com/contact-us
Golden LEAF funds economic development projects that focus on creating and retaining jobs, attracting new business to North Carolina, expanding industries, and training new workers. Primarily, these projects are meant to create, expand, or improve business activity in tobacco-dependent, economically distressed or rural communities. Golden LEAF partners with the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, and local governments to provide gap funding to assist with job creation.
Contact:
info@goldenleaf.org
252.442.7474
301 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
The Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG) is a performance-based, discretionary incentive program that provides cash grants directly to new and expanding companies to help offset the cost of locating or expanding a facility in the state.
Contact:
info@commerce.nc.gov
919.814.4600
301 North Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601-1058
The Rural Center works with individuals trying to start or expand a small business by connecting them to the critical capital, coaching, and connections they need.
Contact:
ncruralcenter.org/contact-us
919.250.4314
4021 Carya Drive
Raleigh, NC 27610
Coming soon!
Contact:
Michael Mullins
mrmulli2@ncsu.edu
919.515.2358
1005 Capability Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
You launched a startup. Our MICRO grant provides a small amount of funding to entrepreneurs who are testing assumptions about their business.
Through small, project-based grants, NC IDEA MICRO awards $10K in funding to startups actively moving their companies forward by validating assumptions and developing a business model. We have found that funding, paired with mentorship and guidance, early in a company’s lifecycle, can make a significant impact on future success.
Contact:
ncidea.org/contact
919.941.5600
411 W. Chapel Hill Street, Suite C2
Durham, NC 27701
You are looking to grow and scale. Our $50K SEED grant may be just what entrepreneurs need to advance their startup, gain customers or attract future investment.
NC IDEA SEED offers early stage companies the critical funding they need to scale faster. Our $50K grants are awarded to innovative startups with a proven concept — even if they are not yet profitable. The funds, along with mentorship and guidance, push companies forward and reduce risk associated with growing startups.
Contact:
ncidea.org/contact
919.941.5600
411 W. Chapel Hill Street, Suite C2
Durham, NC 27701
The One North Carolina Small Business Program helps fund North Carolina businesses in capital-intensive, high-risk industries in science, technology, engineering and math. If your company applies for or wins a Phase I federal Small Business Innovation Research or Small Business Technology Transfer grant (SBIR/STTR), your money can go further with matching dollars from our One NC Small Business Program.
Contact:
info@commerce.nc.gov
919.814.4600
301 North Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
The mission of the SBIR/STTR programs is to support scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of Federal research funds in critical American priorities to build a strong national economy. The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are highly competitive programs that encourage domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) with the potential for commercialization. Through a competitive awards-based program, SBIR and STTR enable small businesses to explore their technological potential and provide the incentive to profit from its commercialization. By including qualified small businesses in the nation’s R&D arena, high-tech innovation is stimulated, and the United States gains entrepreneurial spirit as it meets its specific research and development needs.
Contact:
answerdesk@sba.gov
800.827.5722
SBA District Office
409 3rd St. SW
Washington, DC 20416
Through funding provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) is providing supply chain sourcing opportunities and supplier matching services at no cost to North Carolina manufacturers. This program is being administered by NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions for the NCMEP network.
The objective of the program is to expand existing capabilities to build a supply chain network that relies more on local and national suppliers to strengthen the U.S. manufacturing industry resilience. Our supply chain experts will work with your organization to understand your supplier needs and match you with vendors who can meet your urgency to ensure you provide quality products on time to your customers.
When you submit a supply chain request, we will provide a list of suppliers that match the specifications you provide. Manufacturers are strongly advised to exercise due diligence before entering agreements and are solely responsible for vetting and ensuring the quality and regulatory compliance of all goods/services transacted.
Register your manufacturing company on ManufacturedNC.com database to participate!
Contact:
Eric Taylor
eric_taylor@ncsu.edu
919.515.2358
1005 Capability Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit encourages employers to hire individuals who are qualified for open positions but face barriers to employment. Businesses can receive a one-time tax credit for hiring a qualified job applicant, including Recipients of Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), former offenders, vocational rehabilitation recipients, unemployed veterans, or veterans with a disability.
Contact:
info@commerce.nc.gov
919.814.4600
301 North Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
