Thurston County Target Zone Business Startup Grant

Thurston County Target Zone Business Startup Grant

Overview: The Target Zone Business Startup Grant aims to address economic inequity by investing in the areas and people most vulnerable to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant supports new business startups in targeted industries, communities, and populations.

Geographic Scope: Thurston County, Washington - specific target zones

Eligibility Criteria:

New business startups

Applicants must meet specific criteria:

- Industry requirements (varies by program)
- Housing cost or income-related criteria
- BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) business owners prioritized
- Businesses in economically vulnerable areas

Program Focus:

Supporting entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities

Addressing economic inequity

Supporting recovery from COVID-19 pandemic impacts

Diverse business development across various industries including:

- Restaurants and food service
- Construction and trades
- Professional services
- Cultural and community organizations
- Retail
- Health services

Partner Organizations:

Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC)

Thurston Strong (community coalition)

BIPOC Business Community Liaison

Notable Awardees (2022 round - $1M awarded to 10 businesses):

AMB General Contractor, LLC (construction)

ASSHO Cultural Community & Job Training Center

Bloom and Brew Café

Clean N Fix

Ikonic Wings, LLC

Jerk an' Tingz, LLC

Kawaii Donut House

Miss Priss Lash and Brow Academy

Revival Motors and Coffee Co.

VBNC Physical Therapy PLLC

Contact: Mayra Pena, BIPOC Business Community Liaison, Thurston Economic Development Council