Application deadline extended for businesses affected by Washington Bridge closure

Posted 9/23/24

Eligible small businesses and nonprofits now have until Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to apply.

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Application deadline extended for businesses affected by Washington Bridge closure

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Rhode Island Commerce, in partnership with the Cities of East Providence and Providence, today announced that the deadline to apply for the Washington Bridge Small Business Grant Program has been extended.

Eligible small businesses and nonprofits now have until Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to apply.

Grant awards are set at pre-determined tiers of $500, $1,000 and $2,500. Grant amounts will be determined based on the applicant’s reported levels of economic impact. Grant tiers and eligibility requirements were set collectively by Rhode Island Commerce and the Cities of East Providence and Providence.

Businesses can find eligibility information and the application link for their city or town by going to CommerceRI.com/wbgrants.

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