What can Beyond Open grants be used for?

Beyond Open grants can help small businesses obtain capital assets such as equipment, technology, real estate (own or lease), and inventory. Examples of allowed uses for Beyond Open grants are below.

Build for Success

$5k - $20k

Build for Success grants will typically help start-ups and emerging small businesses meet needs for smaller capital assets that could make a big difference.

Examples

  • Computers, printers and other small office equipment.

  • Cell phones and other communications equipment.

  • Small office furnishings, display or showroom equipment.

  • Hand tools or small appliances.

  • Minor store or space renovations or improvements.

  • Build-out of an e-commerce website.

Grow for Prosperity

$20k+ - $100k

Grow for Prosperity grants might be the best fit for companies that have established a foothold, have achieved a level of stability, and are ready to expand.

Examples

  • Large inventory purchases.

  • Store, shop or office space or building.

  • Store front beautification or new signage.

  • Store fixtures (display racks, built-in seating and counters, lighting).

  • Parking lot resurfacing.

  • Retail site improvements, HVAC equipment, windows, roofing replacement.

  • New vehicles (car, truck, van, food service, delivery) or vehicle upfits.

  • Specialty, industrial equipment or safety, security and surveillance equipment.

Make Bold Moves

$100k+ - $250k+

Make Bold Moves grants could be the best fit for long-term businesses that seek to transform their future through acquisition of substantial capital assets.

Examples

  • Purchase of a warehouse, other property, or substantial leasehold improvements.

  • Acquire leading-edge technology, purchase major equipment, replace vehicle fleet.

  • Shift to renewable energy source via equipment or technology investments.

  • Re-paving of lots or other significant capital investments.

What uses are not eligible for Beyond Open grants?

Beyond Open grants cannot be used for operating expenses including payroll, utilities, advertising/marketing, consulting, debt re-payment.

Beyond Open grants do not need to be repaid.

Grants and Uses