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Montana's struggling small businesses, non-profit organizations, farmers, and others impacted by COVID-19 could soon receive help from the state thanks to $123 million in new grant programs.
The first round of financial assistance was funded by the federal CARES Act relief package according to Gov. Steve Bullock. Bullock said additional rounds of funding may become available.
The online application system went live this week on the state's coronavirus relief website. Businesses and non-profits should have their tax ID handy, proof of business registration, describe how the pandemic has affected them, and briefly describe what the money would be put towards, per Yellowstone Public Radio.
Tara Rice, director of the Department of Commerce, said those who haven't received federal help yet will be given priority. The dollars are expected to be distributed within 10-15 business days.
The grant programs include the Montana Business Stabilization Grant, Innovation Grant, Food and Agriculture Adaptability Program, Emergency Housing Assistance Program, Public Health Grants, Stay Connected Grants, Food Bank and Food Pantry Assistance, Social Services Nonprofit Grants, and Telework Assistance Grants.
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