Franklin Chamber Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
The Franklin Chamber Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Franklin Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce the recipients of its Small Business Capacity-Building Grant program. This program was funded through a grant from the Franklin Economic Development Commission and facilitated by the Franklin Chamber Foundation to strengthen local businesses through capacity-building projects.
Through a rigorous selection process, 12 deserving businesses were chosen from a competitive group of applicants to receive funding for their capacity-building projects.
On August 29, the Franklin Chamber Foundation proudly announced the recipients of their annual grant program, with a check presentation ceremony. Invited to the ceremony were grant recipients, EDC members, Chamber Foundation Board of Directors and City leadership.
The selected organizations showcase the vibrant business environment within our community. Each recipient demonstrated a strong commitment to improving their operations, expanding their reach, and enhancing their overall capabilities. The grants, totaling $30,000, will provide essential financial assistance to these businesses, enabling them to implement their proposed projects and strengthen their businesses.
The Franklin Chamber of Commerce firmly believes in fostering a thriving business environment and recognizes the crucial role that small businesses play in driving economic growth. Through this grant program, the Chamber aims to empower these businesses with the necessary resources and support to flourish in an ever-changing market.
"We are thrilled to award these grants to such deserving businesses," said Rosie Chambers, president/CEO of the Franklin Chamber of Commerce and the Franklin Chamber Foundation. "By supporting their capacity-building projects, we are not only helping them grow and succeed but also strengthening the overall economic vitality of our community."
The recipients of the capacity-building grants are as follows:
- 10 Pins Franklin – Engineering study
- A Trophy Business – User-friendly e-commerce website
- Arete Purpose Consulting – Invest in equipment and software
- At Home With Heartland – Create an outdoor seating conversation space
- BYTAVI – Indoor wall mural
- Courthouse Coneys – Purchase a freezer and support a POS system
- Miss Cara Photography – Invest in equipment for community studio space
- Natura Wellness – Addition of treatment offices
- Norton Premier Real Estate – Invest in equipment upgrade
- Possibilities – Launch and promote Franklin Discovery Walks
- Sylvan Learning of Franklin – Postcard mailing campaign
- Woven Co. Candles – Holiday marketing campaign
“The Franklin Chamber Foundation congratulates all the grant recipients and looks forward to following the positive impact of the capacity-building projects on their businesses and the community as a whole. We encourage civic-minded individuals and organizations to learn how they can get involved in funding next year’s small business grant program”, Chambers said.