Business Technical Assistance Program (BTAP)

We will give money to organizations that provide consulting services to entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Notice of Funding Availability

Overview

We are seeking applications from local organizations that provide consulting services and training to small businesses and entrepreneurs in the City of Minneapolis. The total funding available for BTAP in this NOFA is $450,000 and we expect to receive multiple proposals.

Learn more about our Business Technical Assistance Program (BTAP)

Information meeting

We are hosting an informational meeting February 25, 2025, from 2 - 3 p.m. via Microsoft Teams

The meeting link can be found in the application materials. Attendance is recommended but not required.

Send questions to Business Technical Assistance

Questions are due by 4 p.m. on February 27, 2025. 

All questions and answers will be added to the application materials the following week.

Application

Important: Applications must be emailed to BTAP

Review documents and application materials below.

Deadline

Proposals are due by 4 p.m. CDT on Friday, March 7, 2025. 

We have the right to reject any and all applications at our sole discretion.

Business Technical Assistance Program documents

You can view the notice of funding availability and supporting documents.

Contact us

Business Technical Assistance Program (BTAP) 

Community Planning & Economic Development

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 320
Minneapolis, MN 55415