Small Business Technology & Training Grant Application | Staunton Economic Development

PRE-APPROVAL REQUIRED

Applications must be submitted and approved BEFORE purchasing technology or committing to training contracts. Expenses incurred before approval are not eligible for reimbursement.

Application Window: All applications due April 1. Once approved, projects must be completed within 12 months of the approval date.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Small Business Technology & Training Grant helps small and medium businesses within the Staunton Enterprise Zone modernize operations through technology investments and employee skill development. Up to 25% of the grant amount may be used for employee technology training.

Maximum Grant	$5,000
Minimum Investment	$2,500
Match Requirement	25% applicant match required for businesses with 10 or more employees
Training Allocation	Up to 25% of grant may fund employee technology training
Eligible Businesses	Fewer than 50 full-time employees; must commit to 2+ years of zone operation

One-Time Program: This grant may be received only once per business. A business that has previously received the Small Business Technology & Training Grant is not eligible to apply again.

SECTION 1 — APPLICANT INFORMATION

Business Name(Required)

Business Street Address / City / State / Zip(Required)

Mailing Address (if different)

Federal Employer ID (FEIN)(Required)

Primary Contact Name(Required)

Primary Contact Title(Required)

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Business Website(Required)

SECTION 2 — BUSINESS PROFILE

Business Entity Type(Required)

Year Business Established(Required)

Year Located in Staunton Enterprise Zone(Required)

NAICS Code / Industry(Required)

Total Current Full-Time Employees(Required)

Total Current Part-Time Employees(Required)

SECTION 3 — TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT

Check all technology categories included in this application:(Required)

Describe the technology investment and how it will improve business operations:

Primary Vendor / Provider Name(s)(Required)

Total Technology Investment Cost ($)(Required)

Amount Allocated to Hardware ($)(Required)

Amount Allocated to Software / Subscriptions ($)(Required)

Amount Allocated to Employee Training ($) (max 25% of grant)(Required)

Total Grant Amount Requested ($)(Required)

Applicant Match Amount ($) (if 10+ employees, enter 25% of requested amount)(Required)

SECTION 4 — EMPLOYEE TRAINING (complete if training is included)

Training Provider / Vendor

Training Topic / Curriculum Description

Number of Employees to be Trained

Estimated Training Dates

Training Cost ($)

SECTION 5 — REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION CHECKLIST

Note: 2-Year Zone Operation Commitment Letter is required alongside this application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Vendor quote(s) or invoices for technology purchases

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 2 GB.

Training provider proposal/written agreement (if applicable)

Max. file size: 2 GB.

Copy of current Business License

Max. file size: 2 GB.

Certificate of Good Standing (Virginia SCC)

Max. file size: 2 GB.

CERTIFICATION

I certify that the information provided in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation may result in disqualification from the Small Business Technology & Training Grant and/or repayment of any funds received. I agree to comply with all program terms and conditions and to provide additional documentation upon request.

Printed Name

Title / Position

Date