ONAA 2024 NATEP | SB GC7J 24 002

Opportunity Information: Apply for SB GC7J 24 002

The ONAA 2024 NATEP funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number SB GC7J 24 002) is a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to support organizations that can strengthen Native American entrepreneurship and small business growth through hands-on business development services. The overall aim is to expand the availability and quality of specialized management and technical assistance, along with practical entrepreneurial education and training, for Native American business communities nationwide. In plain terms, SBA is looking for a capable entity to help Native entrepreneurs and small firms start, stabilize, and scale by delivering the kinds of advising and training that directly improves business operations, decision-making, and long-term viability.

This opportunity is categorized under Business and Commerce, Community Development, Education, and Other, which reflects the broad mix of activities expected under a Native American-focused business assistance program. The work is centered on providing “vital business development services,” which typically includes one-on-one counseling, workshops, training cohorts, and technical help across core small business functions such as business planning, financial management, marketing, operations, and navigating common barriers to growth. The emphasis on “development, success and long-term strength” signals that the program is not just about short-term training events, but about building enduring capacity in Native business ecosystems and delivering assistance that results in measurable improvements for participating businesses.

Eligibility is described as open to several applicant types, including Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education), for-profit organizations other than small businesses, small businesses, and other eligible entities as defined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). While the eligibility list is broad, the description highlights that funding is intended for applicants that can serve “eligible small business concerns” within the SBA program framework, and applicants are specifically directed to review Section 3.2 of the NOFO for the full eligibility requirements and any additional restrictions, priorities, or documentation standards. In practice, this means applicants should be prepared to clearly demonstrate both organizational capability and a credible, well-supported plan to deliver effective services to Native American business communities.

The award parameters indicate a single expected award (Expected Awards: 1) with an award ceiling of $240,000. That structure suggests SBA anticipates funding one lead organization to carry out the proposed work at a national or otherwise broad service level, depending on how the NOFO defines the service area and performance expectations. Because only one award is anticipated, competition may be tight and proposals will likely need to show strong experience, staffing, partnerships, and a robust approach to outreach, service delivery, and performance measurement.

Key administrative details include a posting (creation) date of 2024-07-01 and an original application closing date of 2024-08-15. The program is listed under CFDA (now commonly referred to as Assistance Listing) 59.007, and the funding instrument type is a grant. Taken together, the listing points to a time-limited competitive window where SBA is seeking a well-qualified operator to deliver structured, high-impact technical assistance and training that directly benefits Native American entrepreneurs and small business owners, with outcomes that support sustainable business growth and resilience.

• The Small Business Administration in the business and commerce, community development, education, other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ONAA 2024 NATEP" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 59.007.
• This funding opportunity was created on 2024-07-01.
• Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-08-15. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
• Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $240,000.00 in funding.
• The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
• Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, For-profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses, Others.

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