Helping Small Businesses Thrive – One Region at a Time in Ohio (USA)
GrantID: 15554
Grant Funding Amount Low: $5,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $10,000
Summary
This funding opportunity offers a supportive package aimed at helping small, independently run businesses in various areas across the country. Recipients may receive a modest cash award—often around a few thousand dollars—along with other helpful resources intended to improve visibility, operational tools, and business development efforts. Depending on the package, support could include creative services, technology upgrades, or access to strategic guidance and learning tools that contribute to long-term growth.
While exact details may vary from year to year, eligible applicants are typically small businesses that have been operating for more than a couple of years and have a steady track record of activity. The program is not intended for nonprofit organizations or individuals. Rather, it is designed to assist businesses that reflect and support the communities in which they operate.
A limited number of awards are given each year, distributed across several targeted regions. In the past, areas within the Northeast, South, Midwest, and West have been included. Participation is usually based on regional availability, and application periods tend to open briefly once per year, often during the warmer months.
The funds and support services offered through this opportunity are generally intended to improve digital readiness, increase outreach, and support long-term sustainability. Activities like technology enhancement, advertising, and professional consultation are commonly supported, while day-to-day operational expenses are typically excluded.
If your business is independently owned and aligns with the general eligibility guidelines, it may be worth exploring this opportunity when your region becomes active in the cycle. Timelines and locations may shift annually, so staying informed on current offerings is key.
This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Ohio that are actively involved in Black, Indigenous, People of Color. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.
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