ERDA is committed to helping both existing and new businesses succeed by providing access to targeted grant programs and financial assistance. These programs are designed to reduce project costs, support workforce development, improve facilities, and accelerate business growth.

Whether you’re investing in equipment, renovating a commercial space, building your workforce, or relocating talent, ERDA offers resources to help move your project forward. Explore the programs below to find the right fit for your business and learn more about eligibility, funding, and how to apply.

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grant opportunities

Business Opportunity Grant

Invest in growth. Expand what’s possible.

  • 50% reimbursement on eligible projects, up to $25,000

  • New equipment or infrastructure improvements

  • Designed to support business expansion, innovation, and job growth

Small business renovation grant

Refresh your space. Strengthen your business.

  • 50% reimbursement on eligible renovation costs, up to $10,000

  • Available for owned or leased commercial, retail, or industrial spaces

  • Designed to support upgrades, expansions, and space improvements

downtown sprinkler grant

Preserve the past. Prepare for the future.

  • Up to $30,000 reimbursement for exterior fire line installation

  • Available for eligible properties within the Main Street Enid district

  • Designed to support downtown redevelopment, safety, and occupancy

intern housing assistance

Attract talent. Remove barriers.

  • Complimentary intern housing for ERDA member companies

  • Limited rooms available on a first-come, first-served basis

  • Available to non-member companies for a rental fee, based on availability

work in enid award

Build your career. Reduce your debt.

  • Up to $10,000 in student loan assistance for eligible applicants

  • Designed to support talent attraction and workforce growth

  • Powered through a partnership with the Cherokee Strip Community Foundation

apprenticeship grant pilot program

Train talent. Build your workforce.

  • Up to $5,000 reimbursement per approved apprentice

  • Supports training, education, and employer-related services

  • Priority consideration given to ERDA member companies

Thanks to this support, we’ve been able to introduce our specialty beverages, support other local makers, and reach new customers in ways that directly benefit both our brand and the community. We’re incredibly grateful to ERDA for believing in our vision and helping make this growth possible.

Kristin Shepard, Scotty's Treats

We are profoundly grateful for ERDA’s generosity and support.

Andreah Latta, The Feed Barn

It’s been a great deal. For every small business owner, it’s tight, especially in the beginning, and it saved us from having to invest more money in the company just by getting this grant.

Chance Cecil, Powder Coating Services

We’re incredibly grateful to the Enid Regional Development Alliance for their support. This investment allows us to better serve our customers, create new job opportunities and continue building on A.W. Brueggemann’s nearly 100-year legacy in Enid.

Chris Freeman, A.W. Brueggemann

Leonardo’s is thrilled to receive these funds for some new equipment helping us to expand our after-school STEM programs. We have a rich history of aviation to inspire the next generation of innovators and leaders.

Charlet Ringwald, Leonardo's Children's Museum

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