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A. L. Small Business Grants Program is sponsored by Optimum and the Long Island Association Foundation.
Provides grants to small businesses in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York.
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Small Business Grant Program About the L. O. C.
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L. Small Business Grant Program ( L ifting O ur C ommunity B usinesses A cross L ong Island). Now in its third year, this grant program will award 40 small businesses $5,000 each and two Grand Prize winners $20,000, fueling expansion, innovation, and long-term success across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Made possible by Founding Partner Optimum Business and administered by the LIA Foundation , this initiative continues in collaboration with the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce to expand outreach and ensure opportunity reaches every corner of Long Island’s business community. Since launching in 2024, the L. O.
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Small Business Grant Program has awarded $500,000 to 90 local businesses. This is more than a grant program, it’s an investment in Long Island’s future. The LIA is proud to continue it the same year as we celebrate our 100th anniversary of advocating for Long Island and supporting economic growth.
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Join us on Wednesday, June 16, 2026 from 4:00 p. m. -7:00 p.
m. for the Optimum Small Business Summit, where we’ll celebrate the incredible small business community. $5,000 winners will be announced prior to the event, so stay tuned!
Small businesses with locations in Nassau or Suffolk Counties and 10 or fewer employees can apply for a $5,000 grant to support the growth of their companies. Two $20,000 Grand Prize Winners (one in Nassau, one in Suffolk) for businesses that have faced extreme financial hardship Eligible Businesses Must: Be based in Nassau County or Suffolk County .
Clearly demonstrate how the requested funding will support business growth and positively impact the local community in which they operate (not pay past debt). Operate a brick-and-mortar storefront or spend the majority of their time serving clients within the local community (for example: a landscaping company, licensed child care facility, or food truck).
Submit background checks: One more the majority owner(s), and one for the business. Applications must be submitted online by April 3, 2026 . Applicants must complete all required application questions within the character limits.
Businesses must provide a shareable video link (no longer than two minutes) . Click here for instructions . All applicants must review and agree to the Official Rules before submission - please see below.
$5,000 awards are anticipated to be announced in June 2026 and Grand Prizes will be announced later in the summer. 2025 L. O.
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Small Business Grant Program Winners! 2025 Grand Prize Winner - Nassau County 2025 Grand Prize Winner - Suffolk County Little Feet Big Steps Daycare 2025 L. O.
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Small Business Grant Recipients Nassau County Expand Nassau County $25,000 Grand Prize Winner: Nassau County $5,000 Grant Winners: Dee's Little Champs Daycare Eaglewear Promotional Apparel Fitness Fuel LLC dba B Empowered Studios John Theissen Children's Foundation Moore National Facility Service Out There Apparel Inc. DBA Wakes and Waves Port Washington Twin Pines Consumers Association Inc. 2025 L. O. C.
A. L. Small Business Grant Recipients Suffolk County Expand Suffolk County $25,000 Grand Prize Winner: Little Feet Big Steps Daycare Suffolk County $5,000 Grant Winners: American Kempo Martial Arts Cholados Y Antijitos Corp Karen Lynch Inc. DBA Morgan's Swan River Marina Manantial Cleaning Services Roadhouse Food Corp dba Roadhouse Empanadas The Northport Historical Society and Museum 2024 L.
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L. Small Business Grant Recipients Nassau County Expand Nassau County $5,000 L. O.
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Small Business Grant Winners: 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 2024 L. O.
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Small Business Grant Recipients Suffolk County Expand Suffolk County $5,000 L. O. C.
A. L. Small Business Grant Winners: 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
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses with 10 or fewer full-time employees, a brick-and-mortar storefront, or significant community engagement. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000 - $30,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
L.O.C.A.L. Small Business Grants Program is funded by Optimum and the Long Island Association Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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