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Are you planning on exhibiting at any trade shows outside the USA in 2019-2020? If so, we have grant funds available to reimburse you for up to $10,000 of your expenses!
Montana STEP grant info
The Montana Department of Commerce’s ExportMontana program competed to receive Federal grant funds from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) to help companies with funding their global market expansion by exhibiting at international trade shows. You can apply for these funds to get a 50% reimbursement, up to $10,000 for:
- Exhibit space fees and registration
- Booth rental
- Display elements (booth rental, graphics, banners, signs, racks, decorations, lighting)
- Booth furnishings (table, chairs)
- Shipping and storage (drayage, freight, exhibit storage)
- Show services (set-up and tear down, utilities, card reader, security)
- Trade show literature (brochures, sales sheets, business cards, etc.)
What about travel expenses?
Additionally, the grant can provide a $2,000 stipend to help offset your travel costs for the show.
Are domestic shows eligible?
Some domestic shows are eligible for our Montana STEP international grant. If you can demonstrate in your application that at least 10% of the show’s buyers are international, the show may be eligible. We recommend that you talk to us first to make sure of eligibility prior to applying.
Don’t know which shows to consider?
Let us know – we can help you with your international market expansion plans. We have years of experience picking the right shows and preparing companies for successful exhibits.
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and approval is fast. Download and fill out our Montana STEP grant application and return it to us up to 30 days before you exhibit. Once you return from the show, you then fill out a reimbursement request, provide receipts, and we send your reimbursement within 14 days.
What else does this grant fund?
Contact us if you’re interested in any of these services.
Are you a first time exporter?
If you are wondering if exporting is right for you, we can help. We can help you look at your current operations and marketing strategy to make sure you’re ready, plus provide insights on the right international market for your products. We even have access to overseas trade offices through the US Commercial Service who can guide you through your market entry strategy and help you to find the right buyers in-country.
Statistics show that companies who export are more likely to grow and withstand domestic economic instability, and 90% of the world’s consumers are outside the USA. With this grant and all of the resources available to you, now is the time to consider exporting!
Let us help you increase your international marketing budget and expand throughout the globe!
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