The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), through its Congressional Grants program (CFDA 59.059), awarded a $1,000,000 Project Grant to the Local First Arizona Foundation on July 1, 2024. This funding supports small business development and entrepreneurship initiatives across Arizona, including business counseling, technical assistance, training, and community economic development projects. The Local First Arizona Foundation, a non-profit organization, will use this 5-year grant to deliver a range of services aimed at strengthening local economies and promoting growth for small businesses, particularly those owned by minorities, women, and veterans in underserved communities. The foundation has an established history of managing federal grants, including previous awards from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for rural development and urban agriculture projects.
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