FIX-IT grants aimed to boost businesses
With the help of the Small Business Development Grant from the WEDC, The FIX-IT Grant this week announced the recipients of its inaugural program, awarding a total of $14,950 in grants and $30,000 in loans to businesses and property owners committed to enhancing the vitality and accessibility of Medford and Gilman. The FIX-IT Grant program provides crucial funding specifically designed to improve facade, interior, exterior, inclusiveness, and facilitate strategic teardown projects, contributing to more vibrant and thriving communities across both Medford and Gilman.
'We are incredibly excited to announce the first cohort of FIX-IT Grant recipients,' said Billie Hartwig, Grant Coordinator for The FIX-IT Grant. 'The overwhelming response and the quality of the applications truly demonstrated the dedication within our communities to invest in meaningful improvements. These projects range from revitalizing historic storefronts to creating more inclusive spaces, and we believe they will have a significant and lasting positive impact on our collective well-being and economic growth in both Medford and Gilman.' Inaugural FIX-IT Grant Recipients Among the diverse range of projects supported by The FIX-IT Grant are: Amanda's Place (Gilman); AME Zippie Lube and Auto Repair (Medford); Am's Cakes and Bakes; The Haymow (Medford); Old School Saloon (Medford); Vault Village (Gilman).
The selection process for The FIX-IT Grant was highly competitive, with numerous strong applications submitted from both communities. Each awarded project aligns directly with the program's mission to foster strategic improvements that enhance both the aesthetic and functional aspects of our built environment.
Grant and loan agreements are currently being prepared, and recipients will be contacted directly with next steps for formalizing their awards. About The FIX-IT Grant: The FIX-IT Grant is dedicated to fostering economic growth and community vitality in Medford and Gilman, WI. By providing financial assistance through grants and loans, its mission is to support local businesses and property owners in enhancing the facade, interior, exterior, and inclusiveness of their establishments, and facilitating strategic teardown projects, thereby contributing to more vibrant and thriving communities. The FIX-IT Grant committee will meet again in June. Applications must be submitted by Friday, June 13. To request an application or for more information on the grant, please contact grant administrator Billie Hartwig at thefixitgrant@gmail.com.
