RollingNew York (statewide)

Global NY Grant Fund

From Empire State Development (Global NY)

Amount: Up to $25,000Up to $25,000 for companies (50% of project cost)
Deadline: RollingNo closing date
Where: New York (statewide)
Match needed: Pays you back
Effort: Big jobA full proposal and several steps.

The link goes to esd.ny.gov.

New York companies with 500 or fewer NY employees, in business 1+ year, starting or expanding exports, with 51% NY value or a local-producer certification (e.g., Made in NY). Rolling. No closing date

Who can apply

New York companies with 500 or fewer NY employees, in business 1+ year, starting or expanding exports, with 51% NY value or a local-producer certification (e.g., Made in NY)

Exporters, manufacturing, and consumer products

Can a small business win this?

Applications accepted continuously, but processing averages 90 days and you must show need.

Before you apply

Talk to a regional Global NY representative first (the page warns skipping this delays review), and plan activities at least 90 days out.

Checked on esd.ny.gov, Oct 18 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

Similar grants

Global NY State Trade Expansion Program (STEP): Up to $10,000
City of Albany Small Business Facade Improvement Program (Round 8): Up to $10,000
Neighborhood Commercial Assistance Program: Up to $8,000

Common questions

How much is Global NY Grant Fund?

Up to $25,000. The full line is: Up to $25,000 for companies (50% of project cost). Highest figure stored: $25,000.

When can I apply for Global NY Grant Fund?

Applications are rolling. The page we checked has no single closing date.

Who can apply for Global NY Grant Fund?

New York companies with 500 or fewer NY employees, in business 1+ year, starting or expanding exports, with 51% NY value or a local-producer certification (e.g., Made in NY).

Does Global NY Grant Fund require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match.

Where was Global NY Grant Fund checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://esd.ny.gov/global-ny-fund-grant-program. The official page wins if we disagree.