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Find similar grantsL. L. B Grants - Lifting up Louisiana Small Businesses is sponsored by Optimum Business, in partnership with the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance.
Optimum Business, in partnership with the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance, awards grants to small businesses in Southwest Louisiana to support their growth and long-term success.
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Optimum Business, in partnership with the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance, is awarding 30 small businesses across five parishes in Southwest Louisiana each with a $3,000 grant to support their growth and long-term success. Congratulations to the 2024 L. L.
B. Grant Recipients White's Lumber & Millwork Canton Accounting and Tax Services Laura's Dance and Fitness Studio Multi Aquaculture Systems Inc Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Inc. Patch Print Ship & More Inc. Ryan Anthony Head Start Fund Inc. SK Hill Boulevard Florist Urban Fields Agriculture LLC Hammer & Stain Long Island Alexandra Todaro Diabetes & Nutrition Therapy Charles Krull & Son, Inc. Plumbing & Heating Esther Jimenez, D. C.
, P. C. /Within Natural Health Lifeskills Counseling Services Lighthouse Mental Health Counseling Services PLLC Manetto Hill Jewish Center
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses across five parishes in Southwest Louisiana. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
L.L.B Grants - Lifting up Louisiana Small Businesses is funded by Optimum Business, in partnership with the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Louisiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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