Grant Access Expanded: JobsOhio Opportunities for Local Businesses

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, host Doug Jenkins welcomes Chase Eikenbary from the Regional Growth Partnership to explore funding access for local businesses, with a focus on the JobsOhio Small Business Grant program. Key changes to the program have shifted its accessibility, impacting a broader range of businesses. Throughout the discussion, Doug and Chase talk how these changes can benefit the local business community.

The conversation also breaks down critical eligibility criteria for businesses aiming to leverage the Jobs Ohio Small Business Grant. Chase highlights the importance of bolstering Ohio's economic landscape by supporting homegrown businesses across industries like IT, manufacturing, and food processing. 

Key Takeaways:

• The Jobs Ohio Small Business Grant program accommodates businesses with annual revenues between $100,000 and $25 million
• Recent changes have removed the requirement for businesses to be located within a distressed zip code, making the grant accessible to a wider geographic area across Ohio.
• The grants are particularly targeted towards businesses within Jobs Ohio's designated industries, such as IT, advanced manufacturing, and food processing.
• Ownership criteria changes mean the program is more inclusive, allowing all business owners to apply and possibly benefiting more entrepreneurs across Ohio.
• The Regional Growth Partnership remains dedicated to assisting local businesses by offering guidance and potential resources beyond just the Jobs Ohio grants.

Resources:

• Previous Episode with Nicole Scott: Episode 157, Small Business Resource Center at Road State

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