Montana Grants $320K to Native Businesses
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Montana Allocates $320K in Grants for Native American Businesses: Boosting Rural Economies
The Montana Department of Commerce has awarded grants totaling $320,000 to 26 Native American-owned businesses across the state. These grants, capping at $14,000 each, aim to assist with equipment upgrades, expansions, and new product development.
The funding targets a variety of needs, from towing truck improvements in Box Elder to coffee equipment in Poplar and boat rentals in Browning. Recipients span towns like Ronan, Polson, East Glacier, and Billings, covering sectors from car washes to catering services.
This support comes at a crucial time for rural communities, where these businesses create local jobs and foster culture. A past recipient, SSW Beadwork in Havre, used a $10,000 grant last year to open a physical storefront after starting online.
Grantees focus on food and events, like BBQ trailers in Browning and mobile kitchens in Box Elder, while others build up fitness studios, jewelry shops, and media production. Meanwhile, fire and tour outfits are preparing for safety and growth.
These investments underscore Montanas commitment to bolstering Native entrepreneurship, paving the way for long-term economic victories in the future.
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