💰 Quarterly Grant Program 2026

WBDC Equity Match Grant for Women

Quarterly grant program from Women's Business Development Council (WBDC) providing $2,500 to $10,000 in matching grants for Connecticut women-owned businesses investing in growth projects. Requires 1:1 equity match - business must invest equal or greater amount. Four funding rounds annually with rolling quarterly deadlines.

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🚀 WBDC Equity Match Grant 2027 Highlights

Quarterly Deadlines: Four funding rounds annually throughout the year

Grant Range: $2,500 to $10,000 per approved project

Match Requirement: 1:1 equity match from business (equal or greater investment)

Connecticut Only: Must be Connecticut-based women-owned business

Connecticut's Premier Women Business Growth Grant

The WBDC Equity Match Grant Program recognizes that when women entrepreneurs invest their own capital in growth projects, strategic matching funds can accelerate success. By requiring businesses to match grant funding dollar-for-dollar, WBDC ensures commitment while providing crucial financial boost for expansion, equipment, marketing, and other growth initiatives.

$10K

Maximum Grant

1:1

Match Required

Quarterly

Four Rounds

Connecticut

WBDC Equity Match Grant Program Details

Grant Structure & Match Requirement

Funding Details

Grant Amount:$2,500 - $10,000

• Matching grant requiring 1:1 equity investment

• Business must contribute equal or greater amount

• Total project funding: $5,000 - $20,000+

• Non-repayable grant funds (not a loan)

Match Calculation Example

Scenario: $10,000 equipment purchase project

Business Investment: $5,000 (your equity)

WBDC Grant Match: $5,000 (matched funding)

Total Project Cost: $10,000 achieved

Your $5K becomes $10K purchasing power!

📋 Eligible Grant Uses:

• Equipment: Machinery, technology, tools
• Marketing: Advertising campaigns and materials
• Technology: Software, systems, digital tools

• Inventory: Product stock for growth
• Facilities: Leasehold improvements
• Expansion: Business growth projects

Eligibility Requirements

Business Requirements

Women-Owned: 51%+ owned and controlled by women

Connecticut Location: Based and operating in Connecticut

For-Profit: Registered for-profit business entity

Operating History: Established business with track record

Match Requirements

1:1 Match: Business must invest equal or greater amount

Documented Investment: Proof of business contribution required

Growth Project: Funds must support business expansion/improvement

Financial Capacity: Ability to provide matching investment

Quarterly Application Timeline

Four Annual Funding Rounds

Q1 Round: January - March deadline

Q2 Round: April - June deadline

Q3 Round: July - September deadline

Q4 Round: October - December deadline

Application Process

Step 1: Submit application with growth project proposal

Step 2: Demonstrate 1:1 match capability and business readiness

Step 3: WBDC review and evaluation (2-4 weeks)

Step 4: Award notification and grant disbursement

Tip: Apply in quarter when you're ready to execute project

Application Success Strategies

✅ Winning Application Tips

Clear ROI Demonstration: Show how project investment generates business growth

Match Readiness: Document ability to provide 1:1 matching investment

Specific Project Plan: Detailed timeline and budget breakdown

Growth Metrics: Quantifiable goals for revenue, jobs, market expansion

❌ Common Application Mistakes

Insufficient Match: Cannot demonstrate financial capacity for 1:1 investment

Vague Project: Unclear growth plans without specific deliverables

Wrong Timing: Applying before ready to execute project immediately

Non-Growth Use: Requesting funds for operational expenses vs. expansion

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