ARPA: Stamford CT, Supports Small Businesses Impacted by the Pandemic
Idea Category: Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: American Rescue Plan
Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons earned unanimous support from the Board of Finance to use $1.5 million of the city’s American Rescue Plan Act money to create a grant program for small businesses that have taken a financial hit from the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is expected to help around 200 small businesses with grants of up to $7,500 to help with payroll, commercial lease or mortgage payments, and other critical expenses. Simmons hopes to announce grant recipients in May of 2023.
More Idea’s From Caroline Simmons
Mayor Caroline Simmons Launches Public Safety Drones
Idea Category: Public Safety, Technology & Government | Funding Source: ARP
Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons Announced Nearly 40 Recipients of Community Microgrant Program Aimed at Neighborhood Beautification, Education and Sustainability
Idea Category: Communtiy development, Environment | Funding Source: ARP
Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons Announced Parks and Community Partnership
Idea Category: Community Development, Environment | Funding Source: ARP


