Sodden debris is piled up on a sodden Main Street in Montpelier on July 17, 2023. VermontBiz photo.
Grants to Small Businesses Impacted by July Flooding
Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund is issuing a crucial final notice to business owners adversely affected by the July flooding, urging them to apply for financial assistance. The deadline to submit grant applications is November 15, 2023. This opportunity for a $2,500 award is exclusively available for small businesses that have not yet received a Main Street Recovery Fund grant.
Thanks to the tremendous support of individuals, businesses, and communities, the fund has successfully raised over $800,000, enabling the distribution of nearly 300 grants to small businesses.
These checks are meant to provide needed bridge funding as these Vermonters regain their footing. Funds cover flood-related expenses, bolstering recovery efforts.
Patti Komline, Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund board member, expressed her appreciation for the generosity of so many donors.
She said, “The outpouring of support for this fund has been overwhelming. We've seen individuals and businesses from all corners of Vermont and beyond come together to assist our neighbors in need. We need this last push because we know there are more eligible business owners out there."
State Treasurer Mike Pieciak emphasized the vital role of Vermont's small businesses and main streets in the state's culture and identity. He stated, “They are the heartbeat of our communities. I urge Vermonters to support our efforts in spreading the word about these grant opportunities for small businesses impacted by the July flooding.”
For more information visit the Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund’s website or submit an application here.
Source: (Montpelier, VT, October 18, 2023)- The Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund
