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May 3, 2021 in Announcements
The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development (DCCED) Division of Community and Regional Affairs (DCRA) has launched the COVID-Safe Travel Promotion and Marketing Grant Program. DCCED encourages nonprofit entities engaged in tourism marketing and promotion to apply no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2021. This is a competitive, multi-award grant … Continue reading "COVID-Safe Travel Promotion and Marketing Grant Program Launch" More
April 29, 2021 in Announcements
Behind the scenes at the Alaska SBDC are truly hard-working, talented, and dedicated people working to strengthen Alaska small business sector. We’re thrilled to introduce you to Martha! In addition to Martha Brookbank’s part-time work with the Alaska SBDC, she is a full-time Real Estate Salesperson and has been in the industry for a year … Continue reading "Meet Martha Brookbank!" More
April 28, 2021 in Announcements
ANCHORAGE, AK – The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) began accepting new applications for Round 2 of its successful Tourism Grant Program on April 26, 2021. Of the $7 million initially designated for tourism business relief, there is $1,695,000 available to use for additional grants in Round 2. Round 2 of the Tourism Grant Program will … Continue reading "MOA Tourism Grant" More
April 27, 2021 in Announcements
Fund prioritizes direct relief to women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and includes $9.5 billion in set-asides for smaller businesses WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman today announced the U.S. Small Business Administration will begin registrations on Friday, April 30, 2021, at 9 a.m. EDT (5am AKST) and open applications on Monday, May 3, … Continue reading "SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Application Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)" More
April 23, 2021 in Announcements
Released by the SBA: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration launched a new round of Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) assistance – called Supplemental Targeted Advances – on April 22, 2021, that will provide $5 billion in additional assistance to 1 million small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have been most severely affected by the economic effects … Continue reading "SBA Launches Supplemental Targeted Advance for Small Businesses Hardest Hit by COVID-19" More
April 23, 2021 in Announcements
SVOG Portal Opens April 24 The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant application portal will reopen tomorrow, April 24 at 12:30 p.m. EDT for operators of live venues and related businesses to apply for critical economic relief. To prepare for the portal reopening, SBA recommends eligible applicants take the following actions: Register on the portal in advance. … Continue reading "SVOG Application Portal Opens April 24" More
April 23, 2021 in Announcements
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. During these live the Small Business Administration (SBA) will discuss: What is the Restaurant Revitalization Fund Who is eligible to apply How much money you can get How funds can be used How … Continue reading "Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Webinars & Handout" More
April 22, 2021 in Announcements
Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Info Sessions The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. During these live webinars on April 22, April 23, April 26, April 28, and April 30, the U.S. Small Business Administration will discuss: What is … Continue reading "Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Info Sessions" More
April 19, 2021 in Announcements
Restaurant Revitalization Fund This program provides emergency assistance for eligible restaurants, bars, and other qualifying businesses impacted by COVID-19. The following is information provided by the Small Business Administration (SBA): Program details The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their … Continue reading "Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)" More
April 19, 2021 in Announcements
SBA Announces Official Restaurant Revitalization Fund Application and Guidelines Economic relief prioritized for underserved communities WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman today announced key details on application requirements, eligibility, and a program guide for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RFF). The restaurant industry has been among the hardest-hit sectors during the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. … Continue reading "SBA Announces Official Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Application and Guidelines" More