City of Richmond Department of Economic Development
Richmond Small Business Assistance Program is available in Richmond, VA.
Richmond's Department of Economic Development supports small businesses through technical assistance, business development grants, and connections to microenterprise lenders. The city offers the Business Lease Grant Program and partners with local CDFIs like REACH Virginia to provide micro-loans and technical assistance to entrepreneurs in Richmond's underserved communities.
Grant amounts vary; micro-loans up to $25,000
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
In Richmond, VA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Richmond, VA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling
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Email us about this programUp to $25,000.
Richmond Small Business Assistance Program is available in Richmond, VA. It has no income limit.
Apply directly with City of Richmond Department of Economic Development using the official program link on this page or call (804) 646-5633. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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