Miami’s District 1 Launches $5,000 Mom and Pop Small Business Grant – Hoodline
Attention all District 1 small business owners, Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert, III has opened the gates for this year’s Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program. Qualified businesses can apply now for grants of up to $5,000. This financial boost can go towards various business needs, from inventory purchases to marketing campaigns or professional training, as reported by the official news release on Miami-Dade’s website.
The application window kicked off back on Monday and will run through next Friday, with those ready to apply being able to find forms online or at the Commissioner’s District 1 Office. After submitting applications starting from February 17, businesses poised for a chance to secure grant funding will have until February 25 by 4 p.m. to submit their completed applications. To be eligible, businesses must have been operational since January of this year, hold a physical address (home-based businesses included), and be for-profits within District 1, as the news release by Miami-Dade County underlines.
There is also an informational workshop scheduled for Monday, which will be held via Zoom. Intended to demystify the application process and program specifics, Commissioner Gilbert’s office emphasizes that attending does not guarantee funding, but rather ensures candidates are well-informed. Meeting details, including ID and passcode, are mentioned in the original announcement for interested attendees.
Applications can either be hand-delivered at Commissioner Gilbert’s office or emailed with all required documents. The office’s address and the appropriate email with a specific subject line, “Mom & Pop Grant 2025,” are provided to streamline the submission process. For those wrestling with application criteria or needing further clarification, contacting District 1 directly is encouraged, the Miami-Dade news release added.
For small businesses navigating through the often-tumultuous economic seas, this grant represents an opportunity to bolster resources and enhance their market stance. All the relevant links, contact information, and instructions can be found easily on the District 1 website.
