Small Business grants in Florida are available to serve a variety of needs. Eligibility for funding varies according to the demands of each granting organization. Most of the available funding in the region requires that an organization be in possession of a 501(c)(3) tax exempt status to qualify for funds.
Women's Giving Alliance
In 2001, the Community Foundation in Jacksonville, Florida, established the Women's Giving Alliance. The alliance is made up of a diverse group of women who pool money and redistribute it in the form of grants for the purpose of positively influencing the lives of women and girls in Northeast Florida. Since its creation the alliance has distributed over $2.7 million in grant funding among roughly 30 nonprofit organizations. Applicants for this grant must be qualified as 501(c)(3) tax exempt organizations. Eligible organizations must also be physically located in one or more of the five counties in Northeastern Florida. Funding amounts vary, however, the average grant award is $900,000 per organization.
North Palm Beach Small Business Grant Program
The Village of North Pam Beach Department of Community Development makes grant funding available for the beautification of small businesses located within the village. Funds are reserved for small business owners who intend to make improvements to the exterior of their businesses. The program provides funds of up to $5,000 toward improvements. Business owners are required to match funding dollar for dollar. Collaborative projects are encouraged. Therefore, areas with with four or more entities working together to make curbside improvements are encouraged to apply.
Job Growth Incentive (JGI) Grant Program
The Job Growth Incentive Grant Program is in place to encourage job creation in Palm Beach County, Florida. In cooperation with the Palm Beach County Economic Development Office for the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, the program offers grant funding for the relocation of commercial, industrial and agricultural operations. Eligible companies must commit to create or relocate no fewer than 50 new full-time jobs. These jobs must pay an average salary that is at or above the average salary for privately owned businesses in the area. From $500 to $2,000 will be awarded for each new job created. The minimum grant award is $25,000 per application.
The Sun Life Rising Star Award
A cornerstone of the Miami Dolphins Foundation, the Sun Life Rising Star Award provides financial assistance to under-served youth for the purpose of improving their access to education and financial resources. Qualified organizations will receive a $50,000 grant, along with other resources. As part of the application process, eligible organizations must nominate at least one student to receive a $5,000 Sun Life Rising Star scholarship to aid in financing a college education. Qualifying organizations must be in possession of a 501(c)(3) tax exempt status and conduct operations within South Florida.
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