PROGRAM FOR INVESTMENT IN MICROENTREPRENEURS (PRIME) FY 2026

The purpose of this Funding Opportunity is to invite proposals for funding from private, non-profit microenterprise development organizations; microenterprise development programs run by State/Local/Tribal Governments; or Indian tribes interested in providing assistance and guidance to disadvantaged microentrepreneurs and/or microenterprise development organizations. The program aims to provide training and technical assistance to disadvantaged entrepreneurs, as well as training and capacity building assistance to microenterprise development organizations. Eligible applicants include microenterprise development organizations, intermediaries with experience in delivering technical assistance, and Indian tribes. The program requires a 50% match of non-Federal, non-borrowed funds. Key aspects of the program include: • Providing training and technical assistance to disadvantaged entrepreneurs • Providing training and capacity building assistance to microenterprise development organizations • Aiding in research and development of best practices for microenterprise and technical assistance programs • Requiring a 50% match of non-Federal, non-borrowed funds • Requiring registration with Grants.gov and submission of electronic applications