NAVASOTA EDC PROVIDING $100,000 IN RELIEF FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
The Navasota Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) is providing assistance to local small businesses who have been economically injured by COVID-19.
The NEDC has created a Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant, providing $100,000 of short-term, immediate financial aid to Navasota businesses.
Selected businesses can receive up to $1,000 in funding, while selected sole proprietors and independent contractors may receive up to $500 in funding. Non-profits are not eligible.
Eligible businesses must show their services and revenue have been affected by COVID-19. They must also be located within Navasota city limits, not be home-based, employ no more than 24 employees, and be planning to reopen. Priority is based on need and a first-come, first-serve basis.
Businesses can apply by visiting www.shoplocalnavasota.com/resources/navasota-grant. Applications will be reviewed by an appointed committee, and applicants will receive notification of their application status within seven or eight days of receipt. Applications will close next Thursday, May 7th at 5 p.m.