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Fairfax City highlights grants, Flex Card and training to boost small businesses

Fairfax City Economic Development / Community Showcase · January 26, 2026
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Summary

Fairfax City officials and local business owners described post-pandemic challenges and promoted city programs — including LIFT and FIG grants, a facade/interior improvement grant, the Fairfax City Flex Card e-gift program and Upskill Fairfax City training — intended to help small firms renovate, attract customers and hire workers.

Fairfax City officials and a series of local business owners presented a unified message about efforts to support small business growth in Old Town Fairfax and beyond. City economic-development presenters said post-pandemic lease changes and shifting customer patterns prompted new incentives and grant programs — including LIFT and FIG grants and facade/interior improvement awards — designed to attract businesses and help existing firms renovate and market…

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