Empire State Development (ESD) announced the application deadline for their $250 million COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program has been extended to September 30, 2023. New York State small businesses that made investments to comply with emergency orders and regulations in response to COVID-19 can apply for a refundable tax credit of up to $25,000.
Office of Strategic Workforce Development
Round 3 of the OSWD grant programs is open.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis & awards will be announced every three months.
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Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund
$150 million for mixed-use housing, transit-oriented development, and infrastructure projects throughout the Mid-Hudson Region. Applications will be available soon!
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Empire State Development Announces Application Window Opens for
Round Five of the Grow-NY Business Competition
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Additional $146 million awarded through the
Restore New York Communities Initiative - details here
$500 Million Investment in FY 2024 Budget to Bolster
New York’s Child Care Workforce - details here
State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Programs
More than $500 million in federal funding is now available to support the resurgence of small businesses across New York State through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), a program through the American Rescue Plan Act.
Click here to find Out Which SSBCI Programs Can Help You
Governor Hochul Announces Launch of $30 Million Pre-seed and
Seed Matching Fund Program
"The Program will offer early-stage businesses growth assistance from $50,000 up to $250,000 with matching from the private sector (there must be at least $1 of private sector investment for every $1 NY Ventures invests). In addition to financial support, Empire State Development offers the tools and key introductions needed to help companies reach the next level." according to Empire State Development. Part of New York's $500 Million Federal Funding Allocation to Support Small Businesses, Particularly in Traditionally Underserved Communities READ MORE…
$11.6 Million Awarded to Municipalities for Climate Smart Communities Projects - Read more here
Meet in New York Grant Created to incentivize the return of conferences, meetings and trade shows that generate significant tourism economic activity. Find guidelines and details here
Tourism Return-to-Work Grant Program Created to incentivize employment growth by providing financial assistance to businesses in the tourism industry that suffered economic hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Find guidelines and details here
$5 million available through newly created Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program - Read more
Legislation to promote job opportunities in New York State and help job seekers secure new employment opportunities - Learn more
Small business owners who are creditworthy but do not qualify for conventional financing can access capital and get funding to grow their business through SBA-backed loans. Connect with a lender near you using SBA's Lender Match. Learn more
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