The Port of The Dalles is offering local businesses grants of up to two-thousand dollars to help expand their markets through trade show attendance and related activities. A $20,000 grant pool has been established, funded half by the Oregon Investment Board and half by the Port. Businesses in Wasco County located within either the Port of The Dalles district boundaries, or the boundaries of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area are eligible. The grants will cover a portion of the expenses involved in attending trade shows, trade missions and trade workshops to help existing businesses expand their markets through the connections they can make at these events. Businesses may match grants with other funding sources. Applications are available at portofthedalles.com or by calling 541-298-4148 ext. 202.