New Grant Program for Suffolk Small Businesses

The Suffolk Economic Development Authority (EDA) has rolled out a new small business grant program to support businesses impacted by COVID-19.  Up to $200,000 has been allocated as emergency relief, with up to $5,000 available for each qualifying business.  Businesses with less than 50 full-time employees, have a brick-and-mortar operation, are for-profit and have been operational prior to Jan 1, 2020 are encouraged to see if they qualify for the grant. 

A full list of criteria, along with application and instructions can be found on the Suffolk Economic Development Department website at YesSuffolk.com under COVID-19 Resources. 

Contact Gregory Byrd at 757.514.4042 or SuffolkEDA@suffolkVA.us with questions.