The Rhode Island Small Business Relief Grant Program is now accepting applications. This program provides grants of up to $5,000 for Rhode Island-based small businesses that have suffered financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through 5 PM on Friday, April 30, 2021.

To Learn More go to: https://commerceri.com/ReliefGrant/

For eligibility criteria and to help you prepare to apply, please find additional resources below. Should you have any questions, please email info@commerceri.com 

Thank you.

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Update: Applicants who have received more than $25,000 in grants are now eligible to apply provided they meet all other criteria.

Additional Resources:

Prepare to Apply Checklist: https://commerceri.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Checklist-Get-Ready-to-Apply-Relief-Grant-Program-PDF-1.pdf

Frequently Asked Questions: https://commerceri.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/FAQ-Small-Business-Relief-Grant.pdf

Information on Paycheck Protection Program (PPP): https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program