Technical Assistance Program (TAP)
Funds nonprofit capacity through technical assistance infrastructure for California small businesses.
The Technical Assistance Program (TAP) 2025-2026 is CalOSBA's annual grant program providing funding to established nonprofit technical assistance centers that deliver business support services to California's small businesses and entrepreneurs. For the 2025-2026 grant cycle, $23 million in total funding was available. The grant period runs from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. The 2025…
Funds California nonprofit technical assistance centers delivering business support services to small businesses and entrepreneurs, with priority for underserved and low-wealth communities.
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