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County-funded "underestimated small business" program awards 58 grants; partners outline outreach and next steps
Summary
Johnson County partners reported results of the second round of the underestimated small business grant program at the July 30 work session, saying 58 businesses received awards across two rounds and describing outreach, eligibility verification and follow-up plans.
County officials and partner organizations presented results of the second round of the underestimated small business grant program at the July 30 Johnson County Board of Supervisors work session, reporting that 58 businesses received awards across two rounds and outlining outreach, eligibility verification and follow-up plans. Shelly Meheri, president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Johnson County, and partners said the board provided $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds in June 2024 to the Community Foundation and Greater Iowa City Incorporated to administer the program and keep the funds local. The partners described a collaborative model that combined grantmaking, outreach, technical assistance and data tracking. The program made awards in two rounds: presenters said Round 1…
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