State-Led Trade Missions
Supports Idaho small businesses in accessing international markets through organized, subsidized state-led trade missions to boost exports and global business opportunities.
Funder: Idaho Department of Commerce
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (portal login request deadline) | May 2027 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: No set award cap; typical mission supports 4–8 companies with eligible expense stipends (e.g., travel, lodging, per diem) per mission.
Summary: Supports Idaho small businesses in expanding internationally by organizing and subsidizing participation in state-led trade missions.
Key Information: Portal access must be requested at least 48 hours before the application deadline.
Description
The Idaho Department of Commerce's State-Led Trade Missions program helps Idaho small businesses access international markets by organizing and funding participation in targeted trade missions. The department manages all logistics and pays for the mission organizer, while selected companies may receive STEP stipends to offset eligible travel and participation expenses. The program's primary goals are to increase the number of Idaho small businesses that export, raise the value of their exports, and foster new international business opportunities.
