Northfield Economic Development Authority Approves E-Commerce Grant For Local Businesses

Northfield MN

29 May, 2020

4:54 PM

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Press release from the City of Northfield: May 29, 2020 Apply June 1 to 30 The Northfield Economic Development Authority (EDA) approved a $15,000 grant program for restaurants, eateries and retail shops in Northfield to help them build their online commerce presence. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant stress on Northfield businesses. With fewer sit-down and in-store customers, the need for online commerce platforms has become vitally important for businesses to compete in the current economic environment. "E-commerce platforms are cost prohibitive for some of our businesses. This grant can help alleviate costs associated with building a commerce website," said Nate Carlson, Northfield's economic development coordinator. Businesses with 20 or fewer full-time equivalent employees are eligible to receive a grant for 50% of costs associated with e-commerce investment up to $1,500. The business must have been operational since January 1, 2020 and their business address must be within the Northfield city limits. This is a first-come, first-served reimbursement program. Businesses interested in the e-commence grant program should contact the Northfield Economic Development Authority. More information about the grant This press release was produced by the City of Northfield. The views expressed here are the author's own.