The Rural Small Business Digital Growth and Innovation Grant Program is designed to support small businesses in Washington County, Virginia with a focus on tourism-related and support businesses that are within a 15-30 mile radius of The Virginia Creeper Trail System, by enhancing their online presence, increasing sales, and fostering long-term digital success.
Donor Name: Locus
State: Virginia
County: Washington County (VA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/31/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Rural Small Business Digital Growth and Innovation Grant Program supports small businesses in Washington County, Virginia by investing up to $5,000 for 3-4 businesses to enhance digital presence and sales through:
- Website development
- Online sales/e-commerce setup
- Digital marketing campaigns
- Professional content creation
- Cybersecurity improvements
- Business management tools (e.g. inventory management, POS systems, financial software, etc)
Businesses can receive up to $5,000 in digital support.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a small business in Washington County – 15-30 miles within the radius of The Virginia Creeper Trail.
- Must be able to show Virginia State Corporation Commission registration.
- Must be willing to work with a technical service provider to reach goals.
- Regular check-ins to assess progress and address challenges.
- Grantees to provide interim and final reports on impact metrics, including increased revenue and customer base growth.
For more information, visit Locus.
