If you are or know an entrepreneur who could use some financial assistance, The Underground along with the Economic Development Alliance (EDA) are announcing that they are accepting first quarter applications for the new 2023 Emerge Fund through Monday, March 20th.
The 2023 Emerge Fund is geared towards for-profit small businesses operating or starting their business in St. Clair County. The maximum funding available per applicant is $5000. Smaller grants are available and are issued based on project impact and potential milestones. The funding is made possible in partnership with Huntington National Bank.
Those involved in technology are highly desired, but businesses in other sectors will be considered as well.
Applicants who are approved can use the funding for things such as:
- Creating a business plan
- Developing a website
- Marketing
- Legal Services
- And more…grants CANNOT be used as salary or income.
For more information, visit: startunderground.com.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
