NEPA Alliance, through the Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance serving Carbon, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Schuylkill, and Wayne counties, will be providing grants of up to $50,000 for small businesses and up to $15,000 for micro-enterprises (small businesses that employ few people) located in one of those seven counties that have been severely impacted due to COVID-19.

Applications will be reviewed and granted on a first come, first served basis until funds

are depleted.

There is no cost to apply for this grant.

The University of Scranton and Wilkes University Small Business Development Centers are assisting with the application process by offering individual guidance. If you are not already working with an SBDC consultant, register with the SBDC to receive services.

For an overview of Program Eligibility, a Preparation Checklist, Frequently Asked Questions, and information on how to apply, visit: http://nepa-alliance.org/prepcdbg/

The NEPA Alliance, a regional community and economic development agency, serves the seven counties of Northeastern Pennsylvania including Carbon, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Schuylkill and Wayne. NEPA Alliance services include Federal and State grant assistance, Business Financing, Government Contracting Assistance, International Trade Assistance, Non Profit Assistance, Transportation Planning and Research and Information.

For more information about NEPA Alliance visit www.nepa-alliance.org or call 866-758-1929.