Columbia, MO Small Businesses Can Apply for New Grant Funding — Up to $10,000 Available

Small businesses in Columbia, Missouri have a new funding opportunity through the Small Business Grant program, offered jointly by the City of Columbia and Regional Economic Development Inc. (REDI).

The program will award eight businesses: two grants of $10,000 each and six grants of $5,000 each. Priority goes to owners in economically disadvantaged areas of Columbia.

Who Can Apply: Businesses must be registered with Missouri (with a Federal Tax ID/EIN), located in Boone County and licensed in Columbia, have 10 or fewer employees, have generated less than $250,000 in gross sales in the past 12 months, and maintain a business bank account. Applicants must also agree to work with a REDI business coach if selected.

Informational Sessions: In-person on March 16, 2:30-4:30 PM at REDI Training Room, 500 E. Walnut St., Suite 103, Columbia, MO. Virtual session on March 19, 5:30-7:00 PM. Register at forms.gle/EKWvUZ4b5EQoFX2N6.

How to Apply: Full application details and submission timeline are at ColumbiaREDI.com. Questions: ColumbiaREDI@gmail.com or 573-442-8303.