From the US Chamber: Funding Opportunities for Small Businesses

Small business owners looking for funding opportunities should keep an eye on the growing number of grants, assistance programs, and business development resources available through organizations like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce CO— platform and other national partners. These programs can help businesses secure funding for equipment, expansion, staffing, technology upgrades, disaster recovery, and more.

Current opportunities highlighted by the U.S. Chamber include grants for startups, veteran-owned businesses, LGBTQIA+-owned businesses, disaster recovery assistance, and industry-specific programs. Many grants are designed specifically for small businesses with limited employees and are intended to help businesses grow without taking on additional debt. 

Business owners interested in applying should carefully review eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and required documentation. Experts recommend preparing a strong business description, clear funding goals, and supporting financial information ahead of time to improve application success. 

The Parsons Area Chamber encourages local businesses and entrepreneurs to regularly explore grant and funding opportunities as part of their long-term growth strategy. A great place to start is the U.S. Chamber’s free resource page featuring updated grants and small business programs from across the country.

Need a letter of support for your grant application? As a member of the Chamber, we're happy to help! Just let us know at least a week in advance of when it is needed. Send requests to Liz Cochran.