NOW OPEN: Pierce County Small Business Innovation Matching Grant Program
ROUND TWO
Applications Due November 4 at 5:00 pm 

The Pierce County Small Business Innovation Matching Grant program helps small businesses located in UNINCORPORATED* Pierce County move forward in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.


*The term "unincorporated" refers to any areas that do not fall within the limits of a city in Pierce County. 

The grant will aid in covering costs related to innovative projects that will help businesses in unincorporated Pierce County grow and ultimately become more resilient. Eligible businesses should demonstrate a need for funding that will allow the business to implement new ideas, improve operations and processes, or upgrade facilities and equipment. Subject to available funds, the grant reimburses 50% of eligible costs up to $20,000 of reimbursement per applicant.

Businesses who have submitted an application for Round One are NOT eligible to re-apply.

Click here to view all eligibility requirements and to apply by November 4 

Thrive Tacoma Business Fund Now Open
Applications Due by October 15 

The mission of the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund is to provide direct financial support for small BIPOC-owned and women-owned businesses located in the City of Tacoma. The program is a partnership of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce, the City of Tacoma, and Comcast. Click here for more information and to apply.

Comcast RISE Business Innovation Fund Grants: Applications Due October 16

The Comcast RISE Investment Fund will provide a new round of funding for small businesses owned by people of color or women. Eligible businesses in Pierce County (among other geographies) can apply for a $10,000 grant.  Learn more at ComcastRISE.com.



Resource Links:

• Pre-recorded Informational Webinar
• FAQs

Comcast RISE is a multi-year commitment to provide marketing, creative, media, and technology services to small businesses owned by people of color or women. Click here to apply for Comcast RISE Marketing & Technology Services.

Small Business Flex Fund Loan Program

Small businesses and nonprofits can apply for a low-interest loan of up to $150,000 to finance expansion and growth as well as recover from the pandemic and subsequent economic slowdown through the Washington State Department of Commerce Small Business Flex Fund. Interested applicants pre-apply on the Flex Fund’s online portal and, if they qualify, will be matched with a lender.