New York-headquartered for-profit businesses in operation 1+ year can be reimbursed up to 50% of trade mission, trade show, Commerce Dept. service and translation costs, $2,000–$5,000 per activity and up to $10,000 per funding period. First come, first served.
STEP reimburses up to 50% of eligible export costs for New York small businesses, such as participation in programmed foreign trade missions, international and qualified domestic trade show exhibition, U.S. Department of Commerce services and foreign translation. Grants range from $2,000 to $5,000 per activity, with a maximum combined award of $10,000 per company per funding period. The STEP 13 funding period is July 24, 2026 – September 29, 2027; awards are first-come, first-served until funds are expended, and applications should be submitted at least 30 days before the activity.
Must be a for-profit business, headquartered and registered to do business in New York State
Must have been in operation for at least one year prior to the application date
Speaking engagements at conferences are ineligible
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