COVID-19 Small Business Micro Grant Program

COVID-19 Small Business Micro Grant Program

Funder: Morgan Hill Community Foundation in partnership with Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce

Geographic Scope: Greater Morgan Hill area, California

Status: Active program (cyclical; program completed four grant cycles as of content date)

Program Description

A disaster relief fund grant program supporting small businesses in the greater Morgan Hill area continuing to face existential threat due to the COVID-19 pandemic and job losses. Grants are funded from local community donations to the disaster relief fund.

Award History

• Four grant cycles completed with over $100,000 total awarded
• 21 total grants awarded
• 14 Morgan Hill area nonprofits supported
• Grant range: $2,000 - $20,000 per grant

Eligible Applicants

• Small businesses in greater Morgan Hill area
• Businesses continuing to suffer aftermath of COVID-19 pandemic

Focus Areas

• Small business disaster relief
• Support for businesses experiencing existential threat
• Job retention for business employees

How Funds Are Used

• Direct relief to small businesses affected by COVID-19 pandemic
• Job loss support
• Business survival assistance

Application Process

Complete an online form to apply (available on MHCF website)

Funding Source

Community donations to MHCF disaster relief fund

Contact

For questions about donations or applications, contact MHCF (see website for contact details)

Note: Program cyclical nature and specific deadlines not clearly specified in available content.