From natural disasters to economic downturns and post-pandemic challenges, small businesses need capital to keep their business afloat. Thankfully, there are many private and public grants looking to help by addressing these issues. While the amounts may not seem large compared to PPP loans, they are enough to pay bills, fund renovations, find new employees, and increase inventory.
If you’re a small business owner in need of some grant money, take a look at what many public and private organizations offer across the country. As always, if you are applying for a grant, please take the time to fill out the application and make sure you meet the requirements.
For restaurateurs affected by fires, floods, hurricanes or other natural disasters, DoorDash is launching a new round of grant funding. It’s part of the company’s $200 million Main Street Strong commitment to support the businesses and communities it serves. To be eligible for funding, the event must be declared a natural disaster at the state or federal level.
- DoorDash products provide $10,000 business grant to restaurants hit by natural disasters
From energy efficiency to home-based businesses, hospitality, various small business or federal SBIR/STTR programs, the U.S. now has Many of these grants provide funding of $10,000 or more to help businesses stay afloat.
- Various small businesses may be eligible for $10,000 grants
Small Business News Roundup – August 19, 2022
Flour prices rose 5.3% last month
Average U.S. flour in July Retail prices rose 5.3 percent, following an upward trend in grocery store prices, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The retail prices of wheat flour, white flour and all-purpose flour increased by 7% compared with June and 44.8% compared with the same period last year.
Praval Singh
about using Zoho Social for business in this issue Small Biz in : 15 On Location, we travel to Austin, Texas, ZohoDay 2022 to speak with Praval Singh, Zoho VP of Marketing and Customer Experience. In this episode, Shawn Hessinger, Editor-in-Chief of Small Biz Trends, sits down with Praval to learn all about managing your social presence with Zoho Social.
SBA opens business recovery center in flood-ravaged Kentucky
small The Business Administration (SBA) recently announced that two Business Recovery Centers (BRCs) will be open on Monday, August 15, in Elkhorn and Virgie, Pike County, Kentucky.
The total cost of car ownership in 2022 exceeds $10,000
According to U.S. According to a study by the Automobile Association (AAA), the annual cost of owning a new car has exceeded $10,000. Owning and operating a brand new car in 2022 will cost you a whopping $10,728 per year or $894 per month. The annual cost of driving study shows that the average annual cost in 2022 will be $10,728 or $894 per month.
Diesel prices drop for 8th straight week, still at an all-time high
The national average weekly price of a gallon of diesel fell more than 10 cents over the past week to $5.021, according to American Motors. Association (AAA). However, retail diesel prices remain high, suggesting that diesel prices have a long way to go before they start to stabilize.
Taylor Backman on reducing costs with an all-in-one solution
Recently, Small Biz in: 15 On Location, heading to Austin, Texas for Zoho Day 2022. Here, Zoho Senior Evangelist Taylor Backman discusses the benefits all-in-one small business software can bring to your company with Shawn Hessinger, Executive Editor of Small Biz Trends. 3 Advantages of All-in-One Business Software 1. Provides you with a solution vs.
3 Facing charges of PPP loan fraud
Three face federal charges for allegedly fraudulently obtaining more than $2.4 million in small business loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) under Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security ) as part of the (CARES) Act.
Gasoline prices fell again this week – for how long?
The U.S. national average gasoline price continued to decline on Monday, August 15, 2022, reaching $3.956. Prices are now below $4 a gallon for the first time since March 5, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). After hitting an all-time high of $5.016 in June, gasoline prices fell for 63 straight days.
How to Get Ready for the Next Recession
Small Business A hot topic for the Lord is that a new recession is coming, or that the country is already in recession. With inflation so high and unemployment so low, some economists want to change the definition of a recession (two consecutive quarters of declining GDP).
Here is your chance to own a restaurant in heaven
Build one Small businesses require a lot of effort, dedication and time. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, buying an established business can get you on your way. You still have to work hard and focus, however, the time to grow your brand is over.
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