Many people are interested in grant writing because they would like to find grants to fund their entrepreneurial aspirations. Many folks out there are looking for “free money” from the government for your business. This is a waste of your time, says this article from StartUp Nation.
Trouble is, the rare few that are available are so highly specialized in research fields that the odds of getting them are astronomical. In practical terms, it is a dead end. Forget about government grants to start a new business. It won’t happen.
However, there is still hope. The article goes on to describe grants from Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) Program, which they call “the real deal.” And they have a pretty impressive track record:
Seed money for some of America’s most beloved businesses originally came from SBICs, including America Online, Apple Computer, Callaway Golf, Federal Express, Gymboree, Outback Steakhouse, Staples, Sports Authority and many more.
Read the article and see if these grants are right for your business.
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