The Wilkes EDC Entrepreneurial Grant Program provides funds to Existing Businesses for Expansion, and those who plan on Starting a Business in Wilkes County. Applicants are asked to submit a SIMPLE business plan that describes how the grant funds will be used to grow or start their business as well as a 3-5 minute business pitch video of their request. Selected Participants will give a full presentation to a panel of judges. Award winners will have one year to draw down grant funds allocated to their project.
The Wilkes Community College Small Business Center is available to all applicants for assistance with their business plans. The Wilkes EDC’s Marketing & Content Manager can provide help with videos.
Submit your Application as soon as possible to be enrolled in the Program. Next you will be provided with a Template for your Business Plan and Financial Summary to complete, and information on recording a Video Pitch detailing how you would use the grant money.
Spring 2022 Program Now Open! Application Deadline May 6th.
Your application is not considered complete until you submit your Business Plan and Video Pitch.