entrepreneurial skills to hi-tech research efforts. There are specific requirements that must be met. To learn more about how to apply and the various agencies involved, contact: Office of Technology US. Small Business Administration, 409 Third St., SW Washington, DC 20416 202-205-6450 http://www.sba.gov/sbir $4,000 For Technical Assistance The Microenterprise Assistance Grants help start-up entrepreneurs and expanding businesses receive technical assistance and, in some cases, financial support through selected nonprofit business development organizations. Technical assistance may include assisting business owners in evaluating their abilities and/ or needs of their business; making knowledgeable choices about their business operations; developing new management or operations skills; and underwriting expenses related to the implementation of their business plans. 24 For more information, contact: Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development 500 Metro Square, 121 7th Place East St. Paul, MN 55101 651-297-1170 800- 657-3858 http://www.dted.state.mn.us Invention Assistance Do you have a plan to develop a company based on your energy-saving invention or innovation? Have you been searching for financial and technical support to bring your idea to market? The U.S. Department of Energy s Inventions and Innovation Program can help. This program provides financial assistance for establishing technical performance and conducting
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