Small Business Bureau – Grants
Government fundGeorgetown · Seed
Investment thesis
The Small Business Bureau supports the growth and diversification of micro and small enterprises in Guyana through grants, loan guarantees, incubator centres, training programmes, and access to government procurement opportunities. It targets people starting or expanding small businesses, youth entrepreneurs, and those building environmentally sustainable ventures. Programmes include the Green Business Technology Fund, Youth Entrepreneurship Programme, and the 20% Government Procurement Programme. It aims to cultivate entrepreneurship, foster business cooperation, and strengthen the value chain to maximize contribution to the mainstream economy.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 2, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Small Business Bureau – Grants invest at?
- Small Business Bureau – Grants invests at the Seed stage.
- What sectors does Small Business Bureau – Grants focus on?
- Small Business Bureau – Grants focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Small Business Bureau – Grants located?
- Small Business Bureau – Grants is headquartered in Georgetown, GY.
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