Grafton Regional Development Corporation (GRDC) and three partner regional economic development corporations (Belknap EDC, Coos Economic Development Corporation and Wentworth Economic Development Corporation) have received more than $200,000 in CARES Act grant funding for small businesses that have been negatively impacted by the COVID pandemic.
This Community Development Block Grant – CARES Act Funds Program is being administered by the Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to low-to-moderate-income (LMI) microenterprises and start-ups to offset costs associated with preparing for, responding to, or recovering from COVID-19.
Qualifying LMI businesses may receive up to $2,500 in direct grant funding to be applied toward equipment costs, operational expenses, working capital, and minor construction or modification projects.
Applications are made directly through the EDC. If a small business missed out on PPP or maybe still needs additional assistance, they should consider contacting their local economic development company. More details and information can be found locally at https://www.graftonrdc.org/business-assistance/grants/
