Are you interested in a small business grant? Through our partnership with the NJ Economic Development Authority, we’re happy to pass on two grant programs that Bergen County Small Businesses may qualify for. We also want to remind you we have our own Storefront, Sign, and Façade grant to offer for businesses on Main Street in Hackensack. See if you’re eligible now!

Small Business Improvement Grant

• Open to NJ small businesses, nonprofits, and home-based businesses.
• Reimbursement grant for interior and exterior renovations, the purchase and installation of new furniture, fixtures, and equipment.  The work must be completed and items paid for within two years from the date of application.
• Reimbursement is 50% of total cost, up to $50,000 maximum award. 
• Program details and grant application are on the NJEDA website.
  
  

Small Business Lease Grant

• Open to NJ small businesses with a new 5-year (or longer) lease of street-level space, between 250 and 10,000 square feet. Amended leases may be eligible if additional space is added.
• Lease must be executed within the previous 12 months from the grant application date.
• Grant award is 20% of the annual lease payment upon grant approval and a second 20% payment of the annual lease amount after one year.
• Program details and grant application are on the NJEDA website.
  

Storefront, Sign, and Façade Improvement Grant

• Open to small businesses on Main Street in Hackensack.
• We’ll help you pay for your new storefront façade and sign.
• Reimbursement up to $5,000 based on spend. 
• Program details and grant application are on the MSBA website.

We and the wonderful teams at the Bergen County Economic Development and NJ Economic Development Authority are here to help. Click on the links above right away!

Best regards,

John