Water.org’s Post

The government has announced #funding for eligible households, businesses and farmers who have experienced #flooding during #StormHenk through the #FloodRecoveryFramework💧 The funding is there to help those worst affected recover as quickly as possible. Council tax and rates relief, immediate cash, and recovery grants are available through the schemes: - #BusinessRecoveryGrant🛒 - #PropertyFloodResilience Repair Grant🧰 - & #FarmingRecoveryFund🚜 To read the article, click here ➡ https://ow.ly/wkfg50QoLzI

Proposed bill would help Maine businesses recover from recent storms Legislation backed by both parties would create a $50 million relief program for small businesses. Maine lawmakers from both parties want to set up an emergency relief fund for small businesses that were damaged by three historic storms that pummeled the state in a matter of weeks. A proposed bill, sponsored by Sen. Craig Hickman, D-Kennebec, would establish the $50 million Small Business Weather Emergency Relief Program. It was not immediately clear which or how many businesses might qualify for assistance. Read Press Herald Article: https://shorturl.at/boCHW --- www.brannen-cpa.com #brannencpaservices #accountingservices #taxpreparation #falmouthmaine

Learn more on spotting and repairing a sinking foundation in this article. It could save you a lot of money in the future. #homeimprovement #foundationissues #homefoundations https://bit.ly/3C5eiXh

Kern County is experiencing a 25% decline in oil property tax revenue due to the permitting slowdown. This reduction impacts public services and community funding. Oil is the lifeline of our community, and we shouldn't be sending our money to foreign oil. Supporting local oil means supporting our local economy and jobs. Read More: https://bit.ly/3RSiHqb. #KernCountyEconomy #OilAndGas #SupportLocal

Did you hear? There have been funding cuts AND grant increases this month. In Step Up Insider, I highlight the ever-changing financial landscape and the inherent volatility of grant funding (RE: the suspension of the Canada-Alberta Job Grant). I also share some feel good news - the proactive grant increase by the Parks Foundation Calgary (increasing their grants by 60%). These larger grants don't just provide immediate relief they can also double an organization's resources and dramatically boost community impact. Let's embrace these challenges and turn them into a chance for growth and innovation in our fundraising strategies! #GrantSuccess #FundingStrategy Check out the article below. Reach out if you’re interested in discussing more on this topic!

There’s still time to apply for the ARPA Small Business Grant Program! ⌚️🔄 Our team is working with the city to help MC businesses affected by the pandemic. The deadline for applications is June 1. Check out all of the details: https://lnkd.in/gZxazmvm Our team is here to help with any questions!! #mymichigancity #businessfunding #economicdevelopment #smallbusinessgrowth

This Foundations practical guide sets out how a housing authority should make their decisions on applications for Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs). It includes guidance on eligible works, grant conditions, making the approval and payments. https://lnkd.in/eexzQ2bd

It can be hard to successfully build an emergency fund – and by successful, I mean not tapping into it for things that aren’t emergencies. When you use your #emergencyfund to cover living expenses or other expected costs, you are taking away from money that can help when a true emergency comes up. Check out the #citygirlsavings blog where I walk through the best approach for establishing your emergency fund. No matter where you stand financially, an emergency fund is a necessity. https://lnkd.in/e5w__dV

Did you know if you are a business owner considering relocating to Louisiana, you have incentive options? You do, and one of those options is Non-Statutory Incentives. So, what are Non-Statutory Incentives? Non-Statutory Incentives, also sometimes referred to as “elective” or “discretionary” incentives, include benefits that are offered or negotiated on a project-by-project basis. These may be offered by state, parish, and/or local governments and other community partners, such as utilities, the private sector, or nonprofit economic development supporters. They may include: Loans Tax abatements Cash Rebates Site preparation and infrastructure investments Land discounts Any other benefit required to induce an industry to locate in the community The Broussard Economic Development Corporation is here to help you navigate these resources. Contact us today to learn more! 🌐www.developbroussard.com 📱(337) 330-2230 info@developbroussard.com #GrowYourBusinessInBroussard #BusinessRelocationOptions #RelocationIncentives #ExpandToBroussard #BeInBroussard #BroussardEconomicDevelopmentCorporation

Save money to cover unforeseen emergencies. Ideally, save three to six months of living expenses in an emergency savings account. Once you reach six months of emergency savings, continue saving in your emergency fund until you reach another milestone, such as one year of living expenses.