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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 9, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Virginia, we recommend that you visit the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Virginia portal, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce's State Resources list or the USDA's COVID-19 Waivers & Flexibilities for Virginia.

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Description of Program and Relief

Grants for Small Businesses

The Commonwealth of Virginia awarded the Capital Region Workforce Board a $201,000 grant to reimburse small businesses with fewer than 250 employees for costs incurred that are related to COVID19. Costs are considered on a case-by-case basis. Examples of appropriate costs include paying for cleaning services so that the business can stay open or purchasing items to assist employees in teleworking.

Government or Lead Agency

Capital Region Workforce Board

Dates Available

Reimbursement is available for allowable costs incurred between March 1, 2020 and August 31, 2020

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Grants are available to businesses with less than 250 employees in the Capital Region, which includes the counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan, and the city of Richmond. Grants are for reimbursements of costs incurred—the business must first incur the cost and present proof of payment to get reimbursed. Equipment with a per unit value over $5,000 and wage reimbursements for employees are not allowed. Funds are available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Brian Davis: dav113@henrico.us, (804) 652-3228

List of Additional Information

Please click here for the application.

For more information, please visit:

https://vcwcapital.com/covid-19-related-resources/i-am-a-business/


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