Even though the recovery from the pandemic is getting better, there are still tens of thousands of businesses still dealing with its ramifications. In order to address these challenges, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) continues to provide substantial amounts of grant funds for small businesses across the nation.
The funds from ARPA are distributed by large and small communities looking to help entrepreneurs with specific challenges. Therefore, the application process will be different from community to community. And this is why it is worth mentioning to carefully follow the instructions and find out what the requirements are before you apply. If you qualify, make sure to apply as soon as possible to give yourself a better chance of winning a grant.
The ARPA grants launched to help small businesses are offering $10,000 to $180K. They are available across the country with the goal of helping with pandemic-related losses including but not limited to purchasing new inventory, hiring employees, capital improvement projects, and other initiatives aimed at business growth. Find out more:
Beyond ARPA there are also other grants that have January deadlines. This means you have to apply before the end of the month or on dates within January. These grants are providing funds ranging from $2,000 to $25,000 for operating expenses, storefront improvements, inventory, and more.
Small Business News January 13, 2023
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