The Small Business Technical Assistance (SBTA) Grant Program aims to enhance the operational capacity of nonprofit organizations that provide essential support to small businesses in Massachusetts, specifically those with fewer than 20 employees and annual revenues under $2.5 million. The program offers grants of up to $150,000 to community-focused organizations, including certified community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and community development corporations (CDCs), to deliver services such as one-on-one assistance, training, and workshops in areas like financial management and business planning. Priority is given to organizations that serve socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs, including women-, minority-, and veteran-owned businesses.

In Fiscal Year 2025, the SBTA Program awarded $6,729,552 in grants to 73 organizations, which collectively assisted 4,740 small businesses and facilitated access to $116.9 million in loans and grants. The program's impact is evident in the creation and stabilization of jobs, with significant numbers of businesses reporting increased revenue and growth. The merger of Mass Growth Capital Corporation and MassDevelopment further strengthens the program's capacity to support small businesses as they navigate economic challenges and pursue growth opportunities.