New York Government Grants for Small Businesses
It is in the government's best interest to stimulate business growth and encourage entrepreneurs. For this reason, the state of New York, like many governments, offers grants to promising organizations. New York offers most of its grants to businesses that will help alleviate problems such as traffic congestion, pollution and the economic disparities that exist between various demographic groups.
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NYCCE Grant
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New York City has long been trying to cut down on the amount of vehicles congesting its streets, and one solution for this is a more common use of public transportation. For this reason, New York City offers grants to businesses that actively or passively support this mission. Through CommuterLink, businesses can secure a New York City Commute Enhancement grant to pay for projects like shuttle buses and bike racks. Businesses are eligible for up to $10,000.
CommuterLink, Inc.
13007 26th Avenue
Flushing, NY 11354
718-886-1343
employers.commuterlink.com
Dollar-for-Dollar Matching Grant
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CommuterLink also helps employers who opt to give benefits for their employees by giving them money for vanpools or mass transit. When employers opt to do this, New York City will match whatever money they pay up to $90,000.
CommuterLink, Inc.
13007 26th Avenue
Flushing, NY 11354
718-886-1343
employers.commuterlink.com
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NYCfNAC Infrastructure Grants
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The mission of the New York City Financial Network Action Consortium is to broaden the access of basic financial services for low-income communities. For this reason, the consortium offers grants to those who seek to help accomplish this purpose by doing things like establishing credit unions and placing ATMs in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
New York City Financial Network Action Consortium (NYCfNAC)
209 East 3rd St.
New York, NY 10009
212-254-6060
nycfnac.org
Empire State Development Grants
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Empire State Development offers incentives and resources to new businesses, especially those that empower women and minorities. These include loans, grants and tax rebates. Empire State Development runs the Economic Development Fund, which awards grants to businesses that the state recognizes as having the capacity for a strong positive impact on the community. Grants from the Fund range from thousands to millions of dollars.
Empire State Development
30 South Pearl Street, 7th Floor
Albany, NY 12245
800-782-8369
empire.state.ny.us
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