Grants available for Palouse businesses

PALOUSE - The Palouse Business Recovery Fund is offering grants for businesses in the 99161 ZIP code to pays bills or make improvements.

Applications are being accepted for grants of up to $4,000.

"Awards will be determined based on need and paid directly to the business owner (until funds run out) so apply as soon as possible," stated a spokesperson.

The funds can be used for paying rent, mortgage, insurance, taxes, utilities, communications improvements, employee search and retention services, infrastructure repairs, equipment payments, inventory assistance, equipment repairs, advertising, and other business expenses.

To apply, contact the Palouse Chamber of Commerce at palousechamber@hotmail.com or 509-878-1991.