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State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)

Supports state governments funding export training and market entry for small businesses.

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The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) awards federal grants to state and territory governments to fund sub-programs helping small businesses enter export markets. Activities funded by state STEP programs include export training, foreign trade mission participation, international marketing campaigns, website globalization, and trade show exhibits.

Eligible direct applicants to SBA are state and…

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No upcoming rounds verified. Cadence: Annual.

Last verified: 1 Jun 2026Source: www.sba.gov