Montclair Center BID Launches Startup Grant Competition

MONTCLAIR, NJ — The Montclair Center BID recently announced the launch of Springboard Montclair, a small business startup grant competition that will help fund two businesses to lease space in downtown Montclair.

According to a news release, applications opened on Monday at montclaircenter.com. All applications must be completed by midnight on Tuesday, June 1. Winners will be announced by July 1.

Organizers said:

"Springboard Montclair will award two grants for new or expanding businesses: one for $10,000 (leasing less than 1,500 square feet) and one for $15,000 (leasing between 1,500 and 2300 square feet). Details are available by clicking ‘Apply at Springboard Montclair’ button at montclaircenter.com."

“We are thrilled to launch this new project to bring start-ups to lease storefronts in downtown Montclair,” said Lisa Johnson, president of the Montclair Center BID. “We are actively encouraging women, minorities and veterans to apply and strengthen our community in this time of recovery.”

“The Montclair Center BID is focused on providing solid business support to further develop our local economy,” said Jason Gleason, executive director of the Montclair Center BID. “We are delighted to offer Springboard Montclair to bring more innovation and entrepreneurship downtown.”

The Springboard Montclair winners will also receive trainings and classes to further their success downtown.

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