Private, nonprofit organizations having experience in effectively training and counseling business women. Public educational institutions and State and local governments are not eligible.
Women entrepreneurs starting their own business or expanding their existing business.
Applications are accepted in accordance with and up to the date specified in the annual program announcement. Proposals of eligible applicants are evaluated by a review panel. Candidates for sustainability awards also undergo a site review. Within 120 days from filing deadline. Annual option awards are issued to successful award recipients through a 5-year term without recompetition.