JobsOhio Small Business Grant
Fueling Growth for Ohio’s Small Businesses
The JobsOhio Small Business Grant offers up to $50,000 in financial assistance to eligible small businesses in Ohio looking to grow their operations.
Who is Eligible?
Businesses need to:
- Have annual revenues between $100,000 and $25 million
- Operate within one of JobsOhio’s 10 target industries with revenues primarily from B2B sales
- Have at least one year of operating history
- Planning an eligible investment and can demonstrate how the program’s support is instrumental in moving the project forward
Additional requirements:
- Company payroll and/or employment will increase at least 10% as a result of the project
- Project is financially feasible based on required investments and company financial standing
- Retail operations and most professional services are not eligible
What Can the Grant Be Used For?
Typical eligible expenses include:
- Facility acquisition or improvements
- Machinery and equipment
- Rolling stock
- Industry specific software
- Training
A full list of eligible costs can be found in the JobsOhio Small Business Grant Program Guidelines.
How to Apply
Contact your JobsOhio Network Partner below to discuss project eligibility and apply for funding.
Regional Growth Partnership
Chase Eikenbary
TeamNEO
Stephen Caviness
Dayton Development Coalition
Chris Bills
One Columbus
Joe Henderson
Ohio Southeast
Brad Peoples
REDI Cincinnati
Cierra Clymer
Lake to River
Sarah Boyarko