State-Led Trade Missions
Idaho's State-Led Trade Missions program helps small businesses enter global markets by organizing and funding international trade missions and supporting export-related activities.
Funder: Idaho Department of Commerce
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026: Application submission deadline for State-Led Trade Missions (projected) | September 2026: Deadline to request Idaho Commerce Grant Portal login (must be requested at least 48 hours prior to the application due date) (projected)
Funding Amounts: Covers contractor costs for mission coordination; stipend reimbursement available for eligible expenses; typical missions select 4–8 companies.
Summary: Supports Idaho small businesses with international trade missions, covering logistics and select export expenses to expand into global markets.
Key Information: Applicants must request portal logins at least 48 hours before the application deadline; eligibility is limited to Idaho-based, SBA-qualified small businesses.
Description
The State-Led Trade Missions program, coordinated by the Idaho Department of Commerce, is designed to help Idaho small businesses expand into global markets by organizing and funding international trade missions. The department covers the cost of a contractor to arrange all mission logistics, and selected companies may receive State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) stipends for eligible mission-related expenses. Participants benefit from comprehensive support, including pre-mission planning, travel recommendations, and post-mission follow-up, making it easier for Idaho businesses to access new export opportunities.
