Mississippi Small Business Grants 2026: Complete Guide
Mississippi small businesses benefit from $59.4 million in SSBCI funding, Mississippi Development Authority programs, Delta Regional Authority grants for Delta counties, and extensive USDA rural development coverage across Mississippi's rural areas.
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Top Grant Programs for Mississippi Small Businesses
| Grant Program | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi SSBCI Programs (MDA) | Up to $150,000 | MS small businesses | Rolling |
| Delta Regional Authority Grants | $50K–$500K | MS Delta county businesses | Annual |
| USDA Rural Development MS | Up to $500,000 | Rural MS businesses | Annual |
| USDA REAP Mississippi | Up to $1,000,000 | MS ag/rural businesses | Annual |
| SBA Microloan Mississippi | Up to $50,000 | MS small businesses | Year-round |
| EDA Economic Adjustment (MS) | $100K–$3M | Distressed MS regions | Rolling |
| MS Development Authority Programs | Varies | MS businesses creating jobs | Rolling |
| Appalachian Regional Commission (NE MS) | Varies | NE Mississippi businesses | Annual |
Sources: MDA mississippi.org, DRA dra.gov, USDA rd.usda.gov/ms
MDA and SSBCI Programs
The Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) at mississippi.org is the primary state economic development agency. Mississippi received $59.4 million in SSBCI funding, deployed through MDA and partner lenders.
Delta Regional Authority: Mississippi Delta counties have access to DRA grants (dra.gov) for economic development. The Delta is a DRA priority area.
USDA Programs in Mississippi
Mississippi is one of the most rural states, with extensive USDA program availability. Visit rd.usda.gov/ms for current programs.
Mississippi SBDC and SCORE
The Mississippi SBDC (mssbdc.org) operates through the University of Mississippi with centers statewide. SCORE Mississippi has chapters in Jackson and other cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much SSBCI funding did Mississippi receive?
Mississippi received $59.4 million in SSBCI. Contact MDA at mississippi.org.
Are there grants for Mississippi Delta businesses?
Yes—the Delta Regional Authority (dra.gov) specifically serves Mississippi Delta counties with economic development grants.
What USDA programs serve Mississippi rural businesses?
Mississippi broadly qualifies for USDA RBDG, REAP, and VAPG programs. Contact rd.usda.gov/ms.
Where is my nearest Mississippi SBDC?
Visit mssbdc.org for Mississippi SBDC locations.
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