January 25, 2021
Gov. Reynolds announces $40 million in grants for Iowa bars, restaurants
More Aid Available for Iowa Small Business Owners
Gov. Kim Reynolds is making $40 million in aid available to help restaurants and bars get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Businesses that lost sales in the second and third quarters of last year, compared to the year before, are eligible to apply for the grants.
Up to $25,000 per business will be available. The money is designed to help restaurants with short-term cash flow.
The application period for the grant program runs from Feb. 1 through Feb. 15.
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