Small Business Grants in Vermont
Vermont has a tight-knit small business support community through the Vermont Agency of Commerce, Vermont SBDC, and VEDA. Programs tend to favor locally-owned, sustainable, and farm-related businesses.
⚠️ Programs open and close throughout the year. Verify current status directly with each agency before applying.
Vermont Programs
Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA) Loans
Vermont Economic Development Authority
Below-market financing for Vermont businesses including agricultural operations, startups, and existing businesses expanding in the state.
Vermont Small Business Development Center (VtSBDC)
Vermont SBDC
Free and low-cost business advising, financial projections help, loan application assistance, and connections to VT funding programs.
Vermont Agency of Agriculture Grants
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets
Multiple grant programs for Vermont agricultural businesses including Working Lands Enterprise Initiative, Dairy Innovation grants, and value-added agriculture.
Working Lands Enterprise Initiative
Vermont Agency of Agriculture
Grants for farm and forest product businesses that grow the agricultural economy. Two tracks: business grants and sector grants for industry organizations.
Efficiency Vermont Business Programs
Efficiency Vermont
Rebates and technical assistance for Vermont businesses reducing energy use. One of the oldest statewide energy efficiency utilities in the U.S.
Also Available: Federal Programs
Vermont businesses are also eligible for these federal programs.
Other New England States
Know your payroll costs before you apply
Many grants require a payroll estimate. Run yours free for Vermont.