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NJ Small Business Improvement Grant

NJ Small Business Improvement Grant

NJ Economic Development Authority
LOCATION & INDUSTRIES
AMOUNT

Up to $50,000

OWNERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
DEADLINE

Rolling

ABOUT THE GRANT

Small businesses can apply for up to $50,000 to reimburse costs for building improvements or purchasing new furniture, fixtures, and equipment through the Small Business Improvement Grant. The program has awarded close to $13 million to over 500 New Jersey businesses since February. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until funding is exhausted. Current processing time is 8 months from the application date.

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