SBAACC Rise Grant Application Form

SBAACC Rise Grant Application Form

(Rebuilding. Investing. Strengthening. Empowering.)
Up to $5,000 Award – Administered by the Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce (SBAACC)

The Shreveport-Bossier Small Business Grant provides up to $5,000 to help strengthen and expand eligible small businesses in the Shreveport-Bossier region. This is a reimbursement-based grant, meaning all expenses must be paid in advance and supported by invoices, receipts, and proof of payment. All applicants must review the eligibility criteria carefully, complete all sections of the application, and submit required documentation by the submission deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Section 2: Project Proposal
Provide a summary of your business plan, including your model, target market, and competitive advantage. Include any plans for sustaining the business and long-term strategies*
Describe the specific purpose of this grant and how the funds will be used. Include your approaches, methods, and planned activities*
Identify at least three measurable goals or outcomes you expect to achieve with this grant (e.g., marketing, job creation, customer growth, or technology upgrades):*
Outline your implementation plan and timeline for carrying out the project*
Describe any additional funding sources or partnerships supporting this project*

Section 3: Budget
Provide a detailed breakdown of how grant funds will beused. Add rows as needed.*

Section 5: Impact & Evaluation
Explain how receiving this grant will benefit your business and the community*
Describe how you will measure success (e.g., increased revenue, jobs created, customers served)*

Section 6: Sustainability
Explain how the benefits of this grant will continue beyond the award period. Include how your business will maintain improvements or growth after funding*

Section 8: Application Checklist
Completed application formBusiness registration documentsProof of business locationTax returns or certificate of good standingFinancial statements showing annual revenue of $25,000+Proof of majority ownershipCOVID-19 impact documentationProof of SBAACC membershipAll invoices, receipts, and proof of payment for reimbursement

Section 9: Compliance & Reporting Agreement
Use funds only for approved purposes stated in my proposal.Provide all receipts, invoices, and proof of payment for reimbursement.Submit a final report within 60 days summarizing use of funds and outcomes.Remain in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.
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Section 10: Review & Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed based on eligibility, feasibility, community impact, and clarity. Applicants will be notified of results within 30 days of the submission deadline.

Section 11: Required Attachments
All applicants must upload or attach the following supporting documentation for their application to be considered complete:
Articles of Incorporation or Business Formation Documents (LLC filing, Certificate of Incorporation, or Sole Proprietorship registration).*

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Proof of Business Operations for at Least 12 Months (Examples: Business license, lease agreement, utility bill, bank statement, or tax return showing continuous activity for the past 12 months).*

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Proof of SBAACC Membership (Copy of membership confirmation or payment receipt).*

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Invoices, Receipts, and Proof of Payment for All Expenses (Only expenses with supporting documentation will be eligible for reimbursement).*

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COVID-19 Impact Statement - Each applicant must include a short paragraph describing how their business was impacted by the pandemic between January 2020 and March 2023. Please explain whether your business experienced: decreased revenue, increased costs, temporary or permanent closures, loss of employees or customers, or financial insecurity or limited access to capital.*
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