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Rio Nuevo Impact Grants

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Funding Amount

$1,500 - $25,000

Deadline

May 6, 2026

29 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Rio Nuevo Impact Grants

Status: Active with rolling application rounds

Geographic Scope: Rio Nuevo District, Tucson, Arizona

Focus Areas: Supporting small businesses at all stages of growth in the Rio Nuevo district, including:

  • Pop-up businesses transitioning to storefronts

  • Startups launching new ventures

  • Mobile/food truck businesses

  • Established businesses expanding or relocating

  • Event-driven and secondary businesses

  • Businesses that contribute to the unique character and vibrancy of Rio Nuevo

    • Award Amount: Up to $25,000 per business

    Total Program Funding: $250,000 distributed in pilot program (May 2025)

    Eligibility:

  • Business located in Rio Nuevo District of Tucson

  • All business types welcome at any stage of growth

  • Focus on businesses that add to Rio Nuevo's character and vibrancy

    • Application Support:

  • Simple, straightforward application

  • Ability to save progress and complete over time

  • Information sessions available in English and Spanish

  • Open office hours for support

  • Application designed with small business owners in mind

    • Contact: www.groundswellcapital.org/rionuevo

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Preparation
    - Attend optional information sessions (available in English and Spanish)
    - Participate in open office hours for guidance
    - Review application materials

    2. Submission
    - Complete application online at www.groundswellcapital.org/rionuevo
    - Save progress and continue application over time
    - Application is designed to be straightforward

    3. Rolling Deadlines
    - Multiple funding rounds throughout the year
    - Next round deadline noted as March 6th (for 2025 cycle)
    - Rolling applications accepted with multiple funding dates

    4. Reporting
    - Hassle-free reporting requirements

    Required Materials: Not specifically detailed, but application format suggests basic business information and proposal description

    Information Session: Available at www.groundswellcapital.org for scheduled online sessions

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    small-businessesstartupscommunity-development

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