Several Small Businesses Awarded Microenterprise Assistance Grants by County

During Thursday evenings Cortland County Legislative session for the month of April, 5 small businesses were awarded grant funding from the Microenterprise Assistance Program offered through the county. The awards come after the Finance and Administration Committee reviewed all applications submitted for grant funding.

The businesses awarded funding, the amount funded, and what the funding will be used for may be found below.

• David’s Aqua Nook – Awarded $5,000 for purchase of inventory and supplies
• Finch Family Farmstead, LLC. – Awarded $15,000 for purchase of equipment, furniture, fixtures, electronic devices, software, and marketing materials
• Frog Hollow Home and Property Services, LLC. – Awarded $35,000 for purchase of a dump trailer, equipment, furniture and fixtures, electronics and technology, software, and working capital
• Horsetail Herb Farm – Awarded $35,000 for purchase of equipment, inventory, and advertising and marketing expenses
• Lotus Therapies, LLC – Awarded $35,000 for purchase of equipment

The Legislature did add that $35,000 in grant funding is still available through the program. Businesses that are interested in applying for grant funding are asked to reach out to Ryan Harriott at Thoma Development by calling (607) 753-1433.