The Pandemic Response & Safety Grant program will assist small businesses in certain commodity areas including specialty crop producers, processors, distributors, and farmers markets.
Small businesses and nonprofits in these industries can apply for a grant to cover COVID-related expenses such as workplace safety measures, retrofitting facilities, shifting to online sales platforms, transportation, worker housing, and medical costs. The funding request can range from $1,500 to $20,000.
Application Period Closes: November 22