Dunn Economic Development is proud to announce the launch of the Dunn County Small Business Development Grant.
Donor Name: Dunn Economic Development
State: Wisconsin
County: Dunn County (WI)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/24/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This significant is designed to provide direct financial assistance and vital technical support to small businesses and startups across Dunn County, with a special focus on strengthening rural and underserved areas.
The Dunn County Small Business Development Grant aims to foster economic growth and resilience by increasing access to capital and expert guidance for local enterprises.
The program per eligible business through a combination of tailored support mechanisms:
- Technical Assistance: By working with a qualified technical support service such as the Center for Innovation and Development at UW-Stout, the Small Business Development Center at UW-Eau Claire, the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce, or Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council, eligible businesses can receive a letter qualifying them for reimbursable business expenses.
- Commercial Space Grants: Support for startups paying for commercial leases, owned commercial real estate, or dedicated commercial storage facilities.
- Economic Development Loan Fund Program Matches: Matching funds for successful applicants of Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) programs through partners like the Regional Business Fund, Inc. (RBF) or the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC).
Funding Information
- This significant $250,000 grant, awarded by WEDC
- Grants up to $10,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- To qualify, businesses must:
- Be located in Dunn County, Wisconsin
- Be a for-profit business
- Have 25 or fewer full-time employees
- Businesses cannot relocate from another Wisconsin county for the sole purpose of receiving SBDG funds.
- Additional Information:
- Businesses are separated into two different categories:
- New Business/Startup: Started on or after January 1, 2024
- Existing Business: Started on or before December 31, 2023
for more information, visit Dunn County.
