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VA: Port of Virginia Economic and Infrastructure Development Grant (EID Grant)

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Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Open
Bootstrap Score
7/10
Complexity
7/10

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About This Opportunity

The Port of Virginia Economic and Infrastructure Development Grant (EID Grant) incentivizes companies to establish or expand maritime-related employment centers in Virginia. Businesses involved in maritime commerce, logistics, manufacturing, or related activities that create new jobs and meet specific wage requirements can apply. The grant aims to boost cargo growth through The Port of Virginia.

Eligibility Requirements

Required
Must locate or expand a facility within the Commonwealth of Virginia.LOCATION
Required
Creates at least 25 new, permanent full-time positions at a facility within Virginia from commencement of the project through the first full year of operation or during the year when the expansion occurs.TEAM_SIZE
Required
Is involved in maritime commerce or exports or imports manufactured goods through The Port of Virginia.INDUSTRY
Required
Is engaged in one or more of the following: distribution, freight forwarding, freight handling, goods processing, manufacturing, warehousing, crossdocking, transloading, or wholesaling of goods exported and imported through The Port of Virginia; shipbuildINDUSTRY

Application Guide

Process
APPLICATION ONLY
Difficulty
7/10
Selection Criteria

Applicants are evaluated by the Virginia Port Authority based on meeting the definition of a qualified company, job creation, wage requirements, and contribution to cargo growth at The Port of Virginia. The Authority administers the program and disburses funds at its discretion.

Tips for Applicants

Ensure your company clearly meets all job creation, wage, and industry-specific criteria. Submit your pre-application form to the Virginia Port Authority between September 1st and October 31st in the year preceding the general application period.

Geographic Coverage

VA

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Source & freshness

Last verified: 9/13/2026

Primary source: Official source page

Refresh cadence: Listings are refreshed weekly.

Reminder: Confirm eligibility and deadlines before applying.

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