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Global Market Access Program (GMAP)

Missouri Department of Economic Development – International Trade and Investment OfficeNo deadline listed

Summary

State-funded export cost-share for Missouri small businesses (500 or fewer employees) whose products have at least 51% Missouri content. Reimburses approved costs of taking part in specific export-sales events. Apply at least 15 business days before the event. Amount not published.

About this grant

GMAP is a state cost-share program that lets eligible Missouri companies take part in specific events designed to create export sales. Approved costs are reimbursed at the lesser of the amount authorized in the approval letter or actual eligible costs. Applications must be submitted at least 15 business days before the trade activity and approved before the event. Amount not published.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Has 500 employees or fewer

Licensed to do business in the State of Missouri and in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State

In business in Missouri for no less than 1 year on the date of application for funding

Operating profitably in the US

Has demonstrated export sales potential and intent, understands exporting costs, and has a strategic plan for exporting

Has 51% or more of Missouri produced or manufactured parts, labor, or value-added content or any combination thereof

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Export
  • Economic development

Money can be used for

  • Export
  • Marketing
  • Trade shows

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