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Vermont Small Business Grants 2026: Complete Guide

8 min read·January 15, 2026

Vermont small businesses benefit from $11.9 million in SSBCI funding, the Vermont Economic Development Authority's programs, and some of the most comprehensive USDA rural development coverage in the US given Vermont's predominately rural character.

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Top Grant Programs for Vermont Small Businesses

Grant ProgramAmountEligibilityDeadline
Vermont SSBCI Programs (VEDA)Up to $100,000VT small businessesRolling
VEDA Vermont Economic ProgramsVariesVT businessesRolling
Vermont SBDC Free AdvisingFree + program accessVT businessesYear-round
USDA Rural Development VTUp to $500,000Rural VT businessesAnnual
USDA REAP VermontUp to $1,000,000VT ag/rural businessesAnnual
SBA Microloan VermontUp to $50,000VT small businessesYear-round
Vermont Clean Energy Development FundVariesVT clean energy businessesAnnual
EDA Economic Adjustment (VT)$100K–$3MDistressed VT regionsRolling

Sources: VEDA veda.org, USDA rd.usda.gov/vt

VEDA and Vermont SSBCI Programs

Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA) at veda.org is the primary state finance agency. Vermont received $11.9 million in SSBCI.

VEDA Programs: VEDA provides loans, loan guarantees, and support for Vermont businesses across multiple sectors.

USDA in Vermont

Virtually all Vermont qualifies as rural for USDA programs. RBDG, REAP, VAPG widely available. Visit rd.usda.gov/vt.

Vermont SBDC and SCORE

The Vermont SBDC (vtsbdc.org) operates through the University of Vermont with centers statewide. SCORE Vermont has chapters in Burlington and other cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much SSBCI funding did Vermont receive?

Vermont received $11.9 million in SSBCI. Contact VEDA at veda.org.

Are USDA programs available throughout Vermont?

Yes—virtually all Vermont qualifies. RBDG, REAP, and VAPG are widely available. Contact rd.usda.gov/vt.

What is VEDA and what does it offer?

VEDA (veda.org) is Vermont's economic development finance authority, providing loans and guarantees for Vermont businesses.

Where is my nearest Vermont SBDC?

Visit vtsbdc.org for Vermont SBDC locations.

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