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ESOP Feasibility Study Reimbursement Program

ESOP Feasibility Study Reimbursement

Supports Iowa employers exploring employee ownership through feasibility study reimbursement for transition planning.

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The ESOP Feasibility Study Reimbursement Program is administered by the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) to assist Iowa businesses in exploring a transition to employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The programme reimburses 50% of the costs of a completed ESOP feasibility study, up to a maximum reimbursement of $25,000. Reimbursement is disbursed in two stage…

Reimbursement of up to 50% of ESOP feasibility study costs (maximum $25,000) for Iowa corporations exploring a transition to employee ownership.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: opportunityiowa.gov