STEP Fund
The STEP Fund from the Oklahoma Department of Commerce helps Oklahoma small businesses grow international sales through grants supporting export-related activities and market expansion.
Funder: Oklahoma Department of Commerce
Due Dates: Rolling (each event has its own deadline; applications accepted for activities between July 1, 2026 – September 29, 2027)
Funding Amounts: Up to $28,500 per business per funding cycle; max $8,800 per international show, $5,600 per domestic show, up to 3 awards per cycle.
Summary: Supports Oklahoma small businesses with matching grant reimbursements for export-related expenses to grow international sales.
Key Information: Applicants must be Oklahoma-based, for-profit, export-ready small businesses in good standing.
Description
The Oklahoma STEP Fund, administered by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, provides matching grant reimbursements to help eligible Oklahoma small businesses expand their export activities. Grants cover a percentage of pre-approved export-related expenses, including participation in international and domestic trade shows, foreign trade missions, and export training services. The program aims to increase the number of Oklahoma small business exporters and boost export sales by supporting companies entering or expanding in global markets.
