Grants available to minority owned businesses in new jersey impacted by covid-19, social unrest
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Grants available to minority owned businesses in New Jersey Impacted by COVID-19, Social Unrest

TRENTON, NJ – Grant applications for the Fiserv Back2Business Grants for Small Business Program, which will award up to $10,000 to minority-owned businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19 and social unrest, are now open for eligible small businesses in New Jersey. The application deadline is Feb. 26

The Back2Business Grant is a part of a larger Fiserv initiative to equip minority-owned small businesses with vital education, coaching and capital to fuel community growth, creating sustainable business and shared value for all. In addition to the grant, the program includes opportunities for mentorship and access to technology solutions that enable revenue generation.

Applicants can find more information and apply for the grant at https://aeoworks.org/fiserv/.

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