Northern New Mexico businesses that have an immediate need for money to diversify, sustain or grow revenue, leverage other investments, and/or put systems in place that will lead to growth and create job opportunities have until May 12 at 5:00 pm to submit an application for a grant of $500 to $3,000 from the Regional Development Corporation (RDC). Grants are made on a competitive basis to businesses in RDC’s service area, which is defined as the counties of Santa Fe, Sandoval, San Miguel, Mora, Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, and Taos.
Eligible businesses must be for-profit entities with a business license, business bank account, and a New Mexico Tax Identification number. They must be headquartered within the seven-county area served by the RDC, and they must have been in business at least six months prior to submitting an application. Businesses that meet eligibility criteria must also have a specific project in mind with well-defined goals, tasks, and purchases that can be completed within six months from the date of award/contract.
Businesses considering applying are strongly encouraged to attend one of two information sessions:
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 pm on May 12, 2023. Read all of the guidelines and apply on the RDC website.