Small Business Marketing Match Grant Program (US)

Applicants will need to have a marketing plan establishing their need for eligible marketing products funded by the matching reimbursable grant. Business are required to partner with a marketing agency for product development and specify the source and amount of matching funds, for up to $5,000 from the Small Business Marketing Match Grant Program.

Funding Information

Up to 20 Small Businesses will be selected for up to $5,000 in matching grant funds to expand marketing efforts, or until designated funding to the program is depleted. Eligible applicants must match DEDA grant funds on a 1:1 basis.

Eligible Expenses

Eligible expenses include business marketing in print, multi-media, digital, email, social media, video marketing or other visual means. Direct expenditure for marketing and outreach.  Creation of promotional materials for business enhancement. Creation of new business signage or other visual improvements.  Marketing consulting or small business consulting assistance with a strong marketing focus.

Program Eligibility

• Business must complete and submit a W-9 form and program application.
• Business must have a Marketing Plan with description of the strategies and how it will support the business.
• Business must include a detailed source and use of funds with cost estimates.
• Business must be in good standing with the Minnesota Secretary of State, with all operational functions in the same company name.
• Business may employ no more than 25 full-time -equivalent employees.
• Business must be open and operational for at least six months and demonstrate revenue generation and current operations at time of application.
• This is a reimbursement grant program. Grant recipients must purchase the marketing materials before receiving reimbursement, submit proof of payment and visual evidence of the marketing materials purchased.
• Business must agree to be responsible for any tax implications regarding reimbursement.

For more information, visit DEDA.