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ActiveCity of Springfield, MA (Office of Planning & Economic Development) · 2026

Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield)

Quick Facts

Agency: City of Springfield, MA (Office of Planning & Economic Development)
Funding: $5,000 - $50,000 (typical awards $5,000 - $15,000)
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Small businesses with less than 500 employees and an active storefront in CDBG-eligible areas of Springfield are eligible. Applicants must be current on all federal, state, and City taxes, fines, and fees.

About This Grant

Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield) is sponsored by City of Springfield, MA (Office of Planning & Economic Development). This program provides financial assistance to eligible small businesses in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)-eligible areas of Springfield for purchasing equipment, building improvements, and other related development expenses.

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Small Business Assistance: Planning & Economic Development, City of Springfield, MA Pay City Taxes, Fees & Parking Tickets Do Business in Springfield Certify My Small Business Download Forms & Applications Look up my Tax Payment History Schedule a Building Inspection Work for the City of Springfield Code Violations & Building Permits Springfield landlines: Dial 311 Email 311@ springfieldcityhall.

com Animal Control: 413-781-1484 Police/Fire Text-a-Tip (anonymous) Police/Fire Text-a-Tip (anonymous) Police/Fire Text-a-Tip (anonymous) Police non-emergency: 413-787-6302 School Dept.

phone: 413-787-7100 More City Contact Information > Office of Planning & Economic Development Small Business Assistance > Housing Development Incentive Program Brownfields Redevelopment Program ES Pinevale Street Site Cleanup Project Deputy Director of Economic Development Exit 4 off I-291, Free parking M-F 8:15 a. m. - 4:30 p.

m. Office of Planning and Economic Development » Economic Development » Small Business Assistance NOTICE: As of May 4, 2026 the Small Business Assistance Program will go on a temporary pause for the end of the fiscal year and the start of the new fiscal year. The program will open up again later this year, a date will be posted when available.

The City of Springfield's Small Business Assistance Program provides financial assistance to eligible small businesses for purchasing equipment, building improvements, and other related development expenses. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Do not click on any popups!

Applicants should not submit applications to the program through third parties - all communication and questions about the program should go through the Program Administrator directly Before starting an application: Review the Program Guidelines thoroughly For a map of CDBG eligible zones and NRA census tracts in Springfield, click here Businesses/business owners MUST be completely up to date on City fines, fees and taxes before acquiring grant funding.

For businesses that are leasing their business location, the property owners ALSO MUST be up to date on City fines, fees and taxes. If an applicant is unsure of their or their property owner's status on taxes, fees and fines, they can request a tax certification through the Program Administrator.

Upon application approval, the Program Administrator will run a tax certification to check on taxes, fees and fines on the business and property owner and if there is anything outstanding, the contracting process will be paused until the applicant submits payment confirmation and/or notifies the Program Administrator of their property owner's payment.

Do not press “Submit” on your application until you're able to attach all the required documents. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to edit it. If you have questions about the required documents, reach out to the Program Administrator.

Applicants that received City small business assistance funding after 2021 (including but not limited to American Rescue Plan Act, Storefront Improvement Grants, and Prime the Pump) are not eligible for this program.

Below are links to the required application forms: Property Owner Acknowledgement Form Tax Certification Affidavit Declaration and Consent to Verify Legal Status For up to date information and application on the City of Springfield Storefront Improvement Program, please visit HERE.

NOTE: Proposed projects are required to fulfill basic requirements of the CDBG program, particularly as they relate to job creation goals, elimination of slum and blight, project impact upon the environment, and the Davis/ Bacon Act. The City of Springfield during the application process will advise applicants of these requirements.

SCORE is a non-profit organization dedicated to entrepreneurial education through face-to-face and email counseling. (413) 785-0314 http://westernmassachusetts. score.

org/ The Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network's Western Regional Office provides free and one-to-one business advising to prospective and existing small businesses. (413) 737-6712 www. msbdc.

org/wmass/ The Western New England University School of Law's Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship offers legal and business consultation to entrepreneurs and small businesses. (413) 796-2030 or visit http://www1. wne.

edu/law/centers/innovation-and-entrepreneurship. cfm Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) The Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) of the Operational Services Division (OSD), certifies diverse businesses and also manages several business programs that help enhance the marketability of small and diverse businesses when they bid on public contracts. https://www.

mass. gov/supplier-diversity-office The Small Business Administration (SBA) aids with starting, building and growing businesses. A branch office is located Springfield.

www. sba. gov/ Ph# 800-827-5722 The Workforce Training Fund (WTFP)- is a state fund enacted into law in July 1998 and financed entirely by Massachusetts employers.

Its purpose is to provide resources to Massachusetts businesses and workers to train current and newly hired employees. www. mass.

gov/wtfp please contact Angela Holley at (617) 717-6911 or wtfp@commcorp. org . The Massachusetts Community Development Finance Corporation provides financing to small businesses in Massachusetts with the purpose of creating or preserving jobs and promoting economic development.

(617) 337-2815 http://www. mcdfc. com/ MassDevelopment offers Tax-Exempt Bonds which provide a very low interest rate financing for capital projects.

Projects financed must be eligible for tax-exempt financing under the federal tax code. Tax-Exempt Equipment Lease/Purchase Program provides manufacturers, nonprofit institutions, and environmental enterprises with a low-cost alternative for financing $300,000 or more in new equipment needs.

This organization was formerly known as the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency before merging with the Massachusetts Industrial Finance Authority and Massachusetts Land Bank. 413. 731.

8848 http://www. massdevelopment. com/about/regional-offices/springfield/ Page last updated: Tuesday, December 21, 2021 02:45 pm

Eligibility Requirements

Small businesses with less than 500 employees and an active storefront in CDBG-eligible areas of Springfield are eligible. Applicants must be current on all federal, state, and City taxes, fines, and fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses with less than 500 employees and an active storefront in CDBG-eligible areas of Springfield are eligible. Applicants must be current on all federal, state, and City taxes, fines, and fees. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield) offer?

The current listing shows $5,000 - $50,000 (typical awards $5,000 - $15,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield)?

Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield) is funded by City of Springfield, MA (Office of Planning & Economic Development). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Small Business Assistance Program (Springfield)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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Quick Facts

Agency

City of Springfield, MA (Office of Planning & Economic Development)

Funding

$5,000 - $50,000 (typical awards $5,000 - $15,000)

Deadline

Check Source

Status

Active

Eligibility

Small businesses with less than 500 employees and an active storefront in CDBG-eligible areas of Springfield are eligible. Applicants must be current on all federal, state, and City taxes, fines, and fees.