Opportunity Information: Apply for OWBO 2008 031
Apply for OWBO 2008 031
- The Small Business Administration in the business and commerce sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Womens Business Center Program Renewable Grant" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 59.043 Womens Business Ownership Assistance.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 27, 2008 and posted on May 27, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 25, 2008 Proposals submitted only at www.GRANTS.gov by 1159 pm EST June 25, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $50,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $50,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Only private nonprofit organizations certified under 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that have successfully completed either a five year initial grant or both a five year initial WBC grant and a five year sustainability WBC grant and that continue to meet the program criteria as provided in the Eligibility section of this announcement may apply for this award. An Applicant must document as part of the narrative proposal that it 1 Is the same organization that received the prior WBC initial and/or sustainability grants 2 Continues to be organized and incorporated in the United States, and remains in good standing in the state or territory of incorporation 3 Is a private not for profit or nonprofit corporation with an active 501(c) Federal tax exempt status certification from the United States Department of Treasury/Internal Revenue Service (a copy of this document must be included in the applicant s technical proposal) 4 Continues to provide technical assistance to small business concerns owned and controlled by women 5 Has an established organizational infrastructure with an internal financial management system that meets the standards prescribed in 2 C.F.R., 215.21 215.28 ( Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non Profit Organizations. ) The application must include certification verifying that this requirement has been met (i.e., a written statement from a certified public accountant) and 6 Is responsible for hiring, supervising, and employing key staff and maintaining day to day management of the WBC.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Womens Business Center Program Renewable Grant (Funding Opportunity Number OWBO 2008 031) is a Small Business Administration discretionary grant designed to fund a limited number of former Womens Business Centers (WBCs) so they can continue providing hands-on technical assistance to women entrepreneurs. The core purpose is service delivery: helping women start and grow businesses by offering practical support in finance, management, marketing, and other assistance areas laid out in the official program announcement. A key program requirement is that a representative share of each center's clients must be socially and economically disadvantaged, meaning grantees are expected to demonstrate meaningful reach into underserved communities rather than serving only the general population of entrepreneurs.
This opportunity is a renewal-style funding path rather than a brand-new WBC startup grant. Eligibility is restricted to private nonprofit organizations with 501(c) tax-exempt status that have already completed a five-year initial WBC grant, or both an initial five-year grant and a five-year sustainability WBC grant, and that continue to meet WBC program criteria. Applicants must prove they are the same organization that received the earlier WBC award(s), remain organized and incorporated in the United States and in good standing where incorporated, and continue operating as a nonprofit with active IRS tax-exempt certification. The application must include documentation of that tax status. Beyond legal status, the organization must show it still provides technical assistance specifically to small business concerns owned and controlled by women, and that it has the internal capacity to manage federal grant funds appropriately.
Operational and compliance expectations are emphasized. The applicant must maintain an established organizational infrastructure with an internal financial management system that meets the federal standards referenced in 2 C.F.R. 215.21 through 215.28 (the uniform administrative requirements applicable to nonprofit recipients). The announcement requires a certification that this standard is met, such as a written statement from a certified public accountant. The organization also must be responsible for hiring, supervising, and employing key staff and for day-to-day management of the WBC, reinforcing that the grantee is expected to directly operate the center rather than acting as a pass-through entity.
In terms of funding structure, the SBA anticipated making about three awards under this posting, with an estimated total funding amount of $50,000. The award floor and ceiling are both listed as $50,000, indicating a fixed award amount per grant in this announcement as published. Cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants would need to contribute non-federal resources according to the program rules described in the full announcement. The program is associated with CFDA number 59.043, Womens Business Ownership Assistance.
For timing and submission logistics, the opportunity was posted May 27, 2008, and applications were due by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on June 25, 2008, submitted only through Grants.gov. The archive date was June 26, 2008, reflecting that it was a time-limited competition. For applicants needing the full details, the SBA provided an announcement PDF through the link in the posting, and listed a point of contact for access issues: John Lyford at (202) 205-5179 or john.lyford@sba.gov.
Womens Business Center Program Renewable Grant (OWBO 2008 031) - FAQs
What is the Womens Business Center Program Renewable Grant (OWBO 2008 031)?
It is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) discretionary grant opportunity intended to fund a limited number of former Womens Business Centers (WBCs) so they can continue delivering hands-on technical assistance to women entrepreneurs.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The core purpose is service delivery: continuing practical, hands-on technical assistance that helps women start and grow businesses. The support areas include finance, management, marketing, and other assistance areas described in the official program announcement.
Is this a grant for starting a brand-new Womens Business Center?
No. This is a renewal-style funding path for former WBCs rather than a new WBC startup grant.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is restricted to private nonprofit organizations with 501(c) tax-exempt status that have already completed either (a) a five-year initial WBC grant, or (b) both a five-year initial WBC grant and a five-year sustainability WBC grant, and that continue to meet WBC program criteria.
Does the applicant have to be the same organization that received the previous WBC award?
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate they are the same organization that received the earlier WBC award(s).
Are there requirements related to where the organization is organized and incorporated?
Yes. The organization must remain organized and incorporated in the United States and be in good standing in the state where it is incorporated.
What documentation is required related to nonprofit and tax-exempt status?
The application must include documentation showing the organization is operating as a nonprofit with active IRS tax-exempt certification (501(c) status).
What types of clients must the Womens Business Center serve under this grant?
The center must provide technical assistance specifically to small business concerns owned and controlled by women.
Is there an expectation to serve underserved communities?
Yes. A key program requirement is that a representative share of each center's clients must be socially and economically disadvantaged. Grantees are expected to show meaningful reach into underserved communities, not only the general population of entrepreneurs.
What operational role must the grantee play in running the Womens Business Center?
The grantee is expected to directly operate the center. The announcement emphasizes that the organization is responsible for hiring, supervising, and employing key staff, and for day-to-day management of the WBC, rather than acting as a pass-through entity.
What financial management standards must the organization meet?
The applicant must maintain an established organizational infrastructure with an internal financial management system that meets federal standards referenced in 2 C.F.R. 215.21 through 215.28 (uniform administrative requirements applicable to nonprofit recipients).
Is a certification of financial management compliance required?
Yes. The announcement requires a certification that the organization meets the referenced financial management standards, such as a written statement from a certified public accountant.
How many awards did SBA anticipate making under this opportunity?
The SBA anticipated making about three awards under this posting.
What was the estimated total funding amount for this opportunity?
The estimated total funding amount was $50,000.
What is the award amount per grant (floor and ceiling)?
Both the award floor and the award ceiling were listed as $50,000, indicating a fixed award amount per grant as published in the announcement.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing (matching) is required, meaning applicants must contribute non-federal resources according to the program rules described in the full announcement.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The program is associated with CFDA number 59.043, Womens Business Ownership Assistance.
When was the opportunity posted and when were applications due?
The opportunity was posted on May 27, 2008. Applications were due by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on June 25, 2008.
How were applications submitted?
Applications were to be submitted only through Grants.gov.
What does the archive date indicate?
The archive date was June 26, 2008, indicating the opportunity was a time-limited competition and was archived shortly after the application deadline.
Where could applicants find the full official details of the opportunity?
The SBA provided an announcement PDF through the link in the posting, which contained the full program details and requirements.
Who was the point of contact for access issues related to the announcement?
The point of contact listed for access issues was John Lyford at (202) 205-5179 or john.lyford@sba.gov.
What is the stated focus of the technical assistance funded by this grant?
The focus is hands-on technical assistance to support women entrepreneurs in starting and growing businesses, including practical help across areas such as finance, management, and marketing, as laid out in the official program announcement.
Does the opportunity emphasize grant management capacity?
Yes. In addition to service delivery, applicants must show they have the internal capacity to manage federal grant funds appropriately, including maintaining compliant financial management systems.
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