Rebate Monthly Processing Fee
(Rebate MAPF)
The initiative designates a total fund of $35,000 to support eligible small businesses with fewer than 100 employees through distribution among qualifying participants.
Program overview
Target Audience: Designed to support U.S. small businesses (under 100 employees) in overcoming the economic impacts of inflation.
Maximum Grant Amount: The initiative provides a $35,000 total budget for all eligible entities.​
Reimbursement Framework: The objective of MAPF is to refund between 30% and 75% of the monthly credit card processing authorization fees incurred by businesses.
Eligibility Requirement:
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The business is unable to secure the desired credit on reasonable terms from non-federal, non-state, and non-local government sources.
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The business has 100 or fewer employees: most sole proprietorships, independent businesses/contractors, for-profit organizations, etc., are eligible. This program does not apply to the agricultural sector.
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The business is a U.S.-based enterprise: at least 51% of the business's employees and assets are located within the United States.
Grant Nature (Non-repayable): 100% free grant, no repayment required.
No complex loan applications or credit conditions.
How to apply
STEP 1: Digital Identity Verification
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Applicants access our Secure Merchant Portal.
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Complete the business information verification on the system.
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The system performs anti-fraud checks via a Secure Dual Audit protocol.
Step 2: E-Sign & Digital Vault
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Businesses electronically sign (e-Sign) to confirm their IRF grant application.
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Once signed, all documents are securely sealed and stored in our protected Digital Vault.
Application Review Process
Powered by a comprehensive Three-Tier Review System
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The system automatically verifies basic application criteria.
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Passing Criteria: Complete documentation, and a valid application form.
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Auto-Rejection Triggers: Missing mandatory documents.
Disbursement system
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Payment Method: ACH Bank Transfer.
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Disbursement Conditions:
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The receiving bank account name must strictly match the business owner's name or the registered business entity name.
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The Bank Routing Number must be successfully validated.
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