Closes Feb 15Tampa, FL

Entrepreneur Microgrant (BASE / STEP)

From City of Tampa (CDBG)

Amount: Up to $3,000Up to $1,500 (BASE, under 12 months) or $3,000 (STEP, 12+ months)
Deadline: Closes Feb 15, 2027120 days left
Where: Tampa, FL
Match needed: No
Effort: MediumA form plus a few documents.

The link goes to tampa.gov.

Tampa microenterprises with 5 or fewer FTEs (including owners), owner household income at or below 80% AMI (or serving an LMI area), that complete required technical assistance and a business plan. Closes Feb 15, 2027. 120 days left

Who can apply

Tampa microenterprises with 5 or fewer FTEs (including owners), owner household income at or below 80% AMI (or serving an LMI area), that complete required technical assistance and a business plan

Any industry

Can a small business win this?

Completing free coaching is the main gate. after that, eligibility rather than competition decides.

Before you apply

Enroll with the Florida SBDC at USF or Tampa Bay Women's Business Centre now so your partner can submit the referral form before Feb 15, 2027.

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

Report a problem

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

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Common questions

How much is Entrepreneur Microgrant (BASE / STEP)?

Up to $3,000. The full line is: Up to $1,500 (BASE, under 12 months) or $3,000 (STEP, 12+ months). Highest figure stored: $3,000.

When can I apply for Entrepreneur Microgrant (BASE / STEP)?

The deadline on file is 2027-02-15. Check the official page before you apply. Dates move.

Who can apply for Entrepreneur Microgrant (BASE / STEP)?

Tampa microenterprises with 5 or fewer FTEs (including owners), owner household income at or below 80% AMI (or serving an LMI area), that complete required technical assistance and a business plan.

Does Entrepreneur Microgrant (BASE / STEP) require matching funds?

No matching funds are required on the page we checked.

Where was Entrepreneur Microgrant (BASE / STEP) checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://www.tampa.gov/deo/economic-opportunity/tampa-entrepreneur-support-hub. The official page wins if we disagree.