PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026
About This Grant
The purpose of this Funding Opportunity is to invite proposals for funding from private, non- profit microenterprise development organizations; microenterprise development programs run by State/Local/Tribal Governments; or Indian tribes interested in providing assistance and guidance to disadvantaged microentrepreneurs and/or microenterprise development organizations for the purposes stated in this Announcement.
Grant Summary
PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 is a Small Business Administration grant providing $75K to $400K for tribal government, nonprofit. Applications are due 2026-08-06 (closing in 29 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- •A microenterprise development organization or program (or group or Collaborative thereof), such as a non-profit Community Development Financial Institution or similar entity, that has a demonstrated record of delivering microenterprise services to disadvantaged entrepreneurs; or •An Intermediary (as defined in Section 8.1) which has experience in delivering technical assistance to disadvantaged entrepreneurs; or •A microenterprise development organization or program (as defined in Section 8.1) that is accountable to a local community, working in conjunction with a State or local government or Indian Tribe; or •An Indian tribe acting on its own, if it can certify that no private organization or program referred to above exists within its jurisdiction. •Religious Organizations with the following restrictions: may only conduct explicitly religious activities outside other programs directly funded by the federal government and at a separate time or location, may not use any direct Federal financial assistance to support or engage in any explicitly religious activities and may not discriminate against beneficiaries or prospective beneficiaries of this program on the basis of religion or religious belief. See Section 4.1.5 for additional guidance on documenting eligibility. Eligible nonprofit entities may apply either individually or as part of a Collaborative. All parties to a Collaborative must separately meet the PRIME Program eligibility criteria.
How to Apply
$75K–$400K
2026-08-06
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 from Small Business Administration, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Small Business Administration before the deadline.
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PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026?
PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 is offered by Small Business Administration and is generally open to tribal government, nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 provide?
PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 provides between $75K and $400K per award from Small Business Administration. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 deadline?
Applications for PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026 are due 2026-08-06 (closing in 29 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Small Business Administration, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026?
To apply for PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Small Business Administration.
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