01
Application
Businesses apply for support through the SBGI Grant Program. Our committee reviews the application, looking over all qualifications.
02
Accept Grant
We offer a one-year (up-to) $30,000 grant from the LCCF to kick off the program and provide needed capital for specific projects.
03
Resources
Each business received wrap-around resources, referrals, and technical assistance based on their desired growth areas, along with educational workshops and peer-to-peer cohorts.
04
Long-term
Our end goal is the establishment of long-term, sustainable growth. We do not abandon our Grant Program businesses after funds have been provided. We collaborate.
Program Checklist
| SBGI Grant Requirements | Proof of Completion |
| Establish business goals | Vision board (will be provided) |
| Establish personal financial goals | Vision board (will be provided) |
| Define your products | Vision board (will be provided) |
| Price your products | Vision board (will be provided) |
| Create a business plan | Business plan |
| Create a financial forecast | Financial forecast |
| Register your legal structure | Articles of organization |
| Secure your business license and required certifications | Business license |
| Purchase business insurance | Certificate of insurance |
| Establish a separate business bank account | Bank statement |
| Manage your books using online software | Account overview |
