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Virginia Veteran Entrepreneur Program

Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS)VA-VET-ENT
Max per Applicant

$25K

Maximum a single org can receive

Deadline

Rolling / No deadline

Jurisdiction

Virginia

About This Program

Business development grants and mentorship for Virginia veteran-owned small businesses, providing funds for startup costs, market expansion, and access to the Virginia DSBSD certification for state contracting.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

  • 1Must be a veteran or active duty service member honorably discharged or currently serving
  • 2Business must be for-profit and located in Virginia
  • 351%+ ownership and control by veteran required for DSBSD certification
  • 4Grant funds: up to $25,000 for eligible startup or expansion costs
  • 5Must complete DVS business development workshop to qualify

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Applicable Industries

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