Synopsis

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity is to invite proposals for funding to establish a Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) modernization and alignment initiative. This initiative will establish a Lead Center Model, supported by a network of Service Centers, to deliver coordinated, statewide or territory-wide business services. To support a more evenly distributed funding allocation by population, this competition is limited to applicants in the following states: Florida, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virgin Islands, West Virgina, and Wyoming. Selected awardees must reside in the state in which it will serve as a Lead Center. Selected awardees will be responsible for designing and executing an integrated service delivery approach that ensures comprehensive coverage and aligns resources with the needs of the local entrepreneurs.
Response Date	Aug 10, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	Jul 10, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date	Sep 09, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Award Ceiling	2,084,765
Award Floor	250,000
Cost Sharing	Yes

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants	Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Info on Eligibility:	N/a

Additional Information

Agency Name	Small Business Administration
Link to Additional Information:	SBA WBC Modernization Initiative FY26
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202 619 0603

CFDA Program(s)

• 59.043: Women's Business Ownership Assistance