Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EWD)
The Entrepreneurs with Disabilities (EWD) program helps qualified individuals with disabilities establish, acquire, maintain or expand a small business by providing technical and financial assistance. Technical Assistance grants of up to $10,000 may be used to pay for any specific business-related consulting service, such as developing a feasibility study or business plan, or accounting and legal services.
Financial Assistance grants of up to $10,000 may be used to purchase equipment, supplies, rent or other start-up, expansion or acquisition costs identified in an approved business plan. Total financial assistance provided to an individual may not exceed 50 percent (maximum of $10,000) of the financial package. EWD financial assistance must be fully matched by funding from other sources.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the program, applicants must be active clients of the Iowa Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, or the Iowa Department for the Blind.
To Learn More:
Phone: 515.242.4819 or 800.532.1215
E-mail: businessfinance@iowalifechanging.com
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