Asheville Small Businesses: $14.6M Available for Helene Recovery Grants, Apply by July 14

The Asheville Recovers Together Small Business Grant Program will provide $14.6 million in recovery funding for Asheville businesses still dealing with physical or economic damage from Tropical Storm Helene. Eligible businesses may receive grants from $5,000 to $75,000.

What It Covers

• Unmet disaster recovery needs after Tropical Storm Helene
• Costs tied to rebuilding, reopening, stabilizing operations, and bringing jobs back
• Support for creative businesses, independent makers, restaurants, retailers, and other eligible local businesses

Who Can Apply

• Businesses located in the City of Asheville
• Businesses that were physically or economically impacted by Tropical Storm Helene
• Businesses that have not fully recovered from the storm
• Applicants that earned at least $20,000 over the past three years
• Businesses that previously received federal assistance may still qualify if recovery gaps remain

How to Apply

• Application window: June 15, 2026 at noon through July 14, 2026 at noon
• Award range: $5,000 to $75,000
• Apply: Asheville Recovers Together application site

Why This Matters

The program is funded by federal Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery dollars through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Local partners Mountain BizWorks, Arts AVL, and Eagle Market Streets will help distribute the funding.

Source: City of Asheville and WLOS