BOISE, Idaho (October 15, 2026) — The State of Idaho received a State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant of $329,000 to support the growth of Idaho small business exporters. The grant will fund projects occurring through September 29, 2027.
The STEP program is funded in part through a grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and is administered by the Idaho Department of Commerce. The goals of STEP are to increase the value of exports, the number of small businesses that export, and the number of small businesses exploring significant new trade opportunities.
Program funds can be used by small businesses to upgrade their websites for global trade, participate in international tradeshow opportunities, and more.
“The STEP grant is important in helping Idaho businesses expand their sales into global markets,” Idaho Commerce Director Tom Kealey said. “Our Commerce International team is excited to support companies through another year of STEP funding.”
Learn more about the STEP Grant here.
View past grant recipients here.
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