Small Business Empowerment Grant for Underserved Communities
GrantID: 56029
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $2,000
Summary
This grant opportunity is designed to support small, locally owned businesses that operate physical storefronts in select regions across the United States. It aims to strengthen economic resilience and promote community sustainability by providing flexible funding that can be used for general business needs. Eligible applicants typically include for-profit small businesses, with a focus on those that are minority-owned or otherwise underserved, rather than nonprofit organizations or individuals not operating a business. The program is intended to help recipients address everyday operating costs, improve storefront operations, and expand their capacity to serve customers more effectively.
The grants are available nationwide, but they are particularly targeted toward businesses located in communities that face historical economic barriers. Applicants are usually required to meet basic criteria such as being a small business with limited employees and revenue, and operating a physical location. Awards generally range from several hundred dollars up to a few thousand dollars per business, intended to make a meaningful yet manageable impact on local operations.
This initiative is offered on a rolling basis, meaning applications are accepted throughout the year until funds are exhausted. The primary interest of the program is to support growth and sustainability among underrepresented entrepreneurs and to encourage participation in broader community commerce systems. While the grants are modest in size, they provide practical, immediate assistance that can help a business maintain operations, improve customer experience, or invest in small improvements that support long-term stability.
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