Small Business Assistance Program

Small Business Assistance Program
The Genesis Group Small Business Assistance Program provides grants and incentives to help support the needs of area small businesses and non-profit organizations in the Mohawk Valley region. Proposals that are received and meet the criteria will be considered. The process is non-competitive. The committee recommends qualifying applications to the Genesis Group Board of Trustees for final approval.
Round # 4 Awards:
$5,000 from M & T Bank
$2,000 Radio Advertising from Townsquare Media
$500 Online Credit for Office Supplies from Hummel’s Office Plus
$250 Consultation with Key Accounting Solutions
To apply, download and submit your grant application.
Be sure to include the following:
- Describe how the grant will be used to benefit your business and community
- Project Budget
- Any other funders for the project
- Number of years in business
- Number of Employees
- Invoices or estimates for project
* If selected, you will be asked to show proof of how the grant was used.
* Past nominees (not awardees) may re-apply.
Supporting Small Businesses

Committee
Round 1
Round 2

Round 3
Round 4
Coming Soon!
Round 5
“I believe this is an important program that helps support area businesses and non-profit organizations. The funding and incentives being donated will support those businesses and applications that meet the program’s criteria. I believe that Genesis along with its partners, are making a positive impact for businesses in our region.”
Raymond J. Durso, Jr., Genesis Group President & CEO