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West Virginia STEP Export Program

West Virginia Department of Economic Development, International DevelopmentNo deadline listedUp to $15,000

Summary

West Virginia for-profit small businesses (1+ year, 51% U.S. content) can be reimbursed 75% of export promotion costs such as trade shows and trade missions, up to $15,000 in the Oct. 1, 2026 - Sept. 29, 2027 funding period.

About this grant

SBA STEP-funded reimbursement of export promotion costs for West Virginia small businesses, such as foreign trade missions, trade shows, market sales trips, certain U.S. Department of Commerce services, translation and international marketing. Small businesses may apply for 75% of eligible expenses for each qualifying activity, up to $15,000 in the funding period. The current funding period is October 1, 2026 – September 29, 2027, and applications must be approved before the activity begins.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Is organized or incorporated in the United States

Is organized for profit

Complies with SBA size standards

Has been in business for no less than one (1) year

Has access to sufficient resources to bear the cost associated with trade

Has a finished product or qualifying service with at least 51% U.S. content

Is not barred from receiving federal funds

Is located in West Virginia and registered with the West Virginia Secretary of State

Is in good standing with the West Virginia State Department of Tax and Revenue

Agrees to complete post-event, closeout and two follow-up yearly surveys

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Export
  • International trade

Money can be used for

  • Export
  • Trade shows
  • Marketing
  • Translation

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