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Local Businesses in Roanoke County Receive Grant Funding
(December 2, 2025) Roanoke County announced more than $108,000 in grant awards to 14 local businesses through the Economic Development Authority (EDA) Business Equipment Acquisition Program (BEAP) Grant. The funds will help businesses acquire new capital to grow their operations.
“This year’s BEAP Grant awardees demonstrate the strength and diversity of Roanoke County’s business community,” said EDA Chair Woody Windley. “We value their commitment to grow here and are proud to support their success.”
The BEAP program was established in fiscal year 2025 (July 4, 2024-June 30, 2025) as a pilot program to help support existing businesses in Roanoke County and the Town of Vinton. Each grant award reimbursed businesses up to 50% of capital acquisition costs, with a maximum grant of $20,000. Applicants were scored on criteria including business size, local ownership, supplier usage, engagement with resource partners, and expected impact.
BEAP grant recipients for 2025 include:
Press Press Merch
P1 Technologies
Salem Animal Hospital
Queen’s Vegan Café
Valcom
OTH Chophouse
Mountain View Orthodontics
Firehouse Skate ‘N Play
Prestige Gymnastics Academy
Wilson Dental
Veterinarians to Cats
Sycamore Station
Seeking Wellness Counseling Services
Neely’s Accounting
Up to $20,000 in reimbursement funding to help your business grow!
The Roanoke County Economic Development Authority’s Business Equipment Acquisition Program (BEAP) Grant offers reimbursement-based funding to support local businesses with the purchase of qualifying capital equipment. If you’re a for-profit business located in Roanoke County or the Town of Vinton with at least two full-time employees, you may be eligible to receive up to 50% of equipment costs, capped at $20,000.
Applications closed September 5, 2025
Key Dates
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Now – Sept. 5, 2025 | Application period open |
| September 5. 2025 | Application due |
| Late Fall 2025 | Grant recipients notified |
| Within 6 months of award | Funds must be spent and reimbursed |
Eligibility Overview
➕ Click to view Business and Equipment Eligibility Requirements
Business Applicant Eligibility
In order to qualify for an award, a business must:
- Employ at least two (2) full-time employees (or full-time equivalents) at a physical location in Roanoke County or the Town of Vinton
- Have operated as a for-profit business for at least one year in Roanoke County or the Town of Vinton
- Hold a current business license from Roanoke County or the Town of Vinton
- Be in good standing with:
- All local ordinances
- Local taxes, fees, and assessments
- Business license and other applicable requirements
- Not have received a BEAP grant award in the previous fiscal year. Only businesses that did not receive funding during the prior cycle are eligible to apply.
Eligible Acquisitions
To qualify for reimbursement, purchases must:
- Be capital items such as tangible business equipment, furniture, machinery, or tools
- Be items that are taxable as business personal property under Chapter 21 of the Roanoke County Code
- Be purchased after you are awarded the grant
- Be purchased within 6 months of the award date
Examples of ineligible items include software, payroll, rent, renovations, vehicles, signage, taxes, and delivery fees.
How to Apply...
➕ Click to view How to Apply
All application components must be submitted by September 5, 2025.
Incomplete submissions may not be considered.
Important: All applications must be submitted online. Paper or emailed submissions will not be accepted.
Follow These Steps
1. Download and complete your budget form (Excel required)
Use the County’s template to detail your planned purchases. This file must be uploaded with your application.
Download the BEAP Budget Form (Excel)
2. Submit your online application
Complete the main application form online by the deadline.
Submit Your Online Application
3. Upload your supporting documents
You must upload both of the following items using the secure upload link below:
- The completed Excel budget form
- A recent cost estimate (dated within the past 12 months)
Upload Your Supporting Documents
- The completed online application
- A recent cost estimate (within the past 12 months)
- The Excel budget form uploaded separately
Need Help?
Nellie Philpott
Economic Development Specialist
nphilpott@roanokecountyva.gov
(540) 510-2810
The Roanoke County Public Library can assist with general technology access or support needs.
For all grant-related or content-specific questions, contact Nellie Philpott directly.
BEAP Grant – Frequently Asked Questions
General Program Information
How much funding is available?
Can I submit more than one application?
Can I apply this year if I received a grant last year?
Application Process
How are the grant applications scored?
- A completed Excel budget form (download template)
- A recent cost estimate (dated within the past 12 months) showing projected pricing for eligible equipment purchases
What is considered a cost estimate?
- Official vendor quotes or written estimates
- Invoices for similar or identical items
- Screenshots from vendor websites showing product pricing
- Estimates on company letterhead
Timeline & Spending Requirements
When will recipients be notified?
How long do I have to spend the grant funds if I’m awarded?
Do I have to purchase the exact items listed in my grant application?
Questions?
Call (540) 510-2810 for more information or email Nellie Philpott, Economic Development Specialist at nphilpott@roanokecountyva.gov
For Assistance...
For technical assistance with completing the application, visit any Roanoke County Public Library and request assistance at the desk.