Manufacturing grants

SBA provides grants to help empower small manufacturers.

Empower To Grow (E2G) Manufacturing in America Grant

The goal of this grant is to provide workforce development in key manufacturing industries, such as timber, energy, aluminum, steel, digital, and automotive.

SBA is looking for organizations that will provide technical proficiency and essential skills, including operating machinery, quality control, welding, utilizing industrial software, and workplace safety. 

Eligibility

  • Be a for-profit or not-for-profit entity (including, but not limited to, small businesses, other-than small businesses, trade and professional associations, and educational institutions)
  • Be in existence continually for at least the past three years
  • Demonstrate experience providing hands-on manufacturing-related training and technical assistance to small businesses

Submission

The deadline to submit proposals electronically is May 12, 2025 no later than 11:59 p.m. ET

Additional information

SBA will host a webinar on Wednesday, April 30, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET to inform the public about the grants. Registration is required to attend.

Learn more about the E2G Manufacturing in America Grant

Questions or requests for assistance can be submitted via email to e2g@sba.gov.

Last updated April 25, 2025