Western NC Hurricane Helene Small Business Grant Relief Fund

Program Overview

Provide financial relief to businesses in Western North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene.


Eligibility Criteria


Grants amount: $5,100

Business Operation preferences:

  • Registered and operational for at least one year before Hurricane Helene (verified through NC Secretary of State status)

Documentation Requirements:

  • 2024 business tax returns
  • Year-to-date (YTD) profit and loss (P&L) statement for 2025.
  • Proof of economic or physical loss due to Hurricane Helene (e.g., photos of structural damage, financial impact statements).
  • Copy of valid government issued ID

Approval Process:

  • Applications reviewed through ICAP's internal approval system to ensure eligibility
  • Additional site visits conducted if necessary for verification
Selection Priority

  • Businesses with substantial documented losses
  • Those that demonstrate a strong ability to recover with financial support


Contact for more information or questions email funding@theinstitutenc.org 
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ACC WNC Grant

Thanks for inquiring about Appalachian Community Capital Western North Carolina Grant. Due to receiving the Lenovo Western North Carolina Hurricane Helene Small Business grant Relief Fund through Institute Capital, you do not qualified to receive this grant.


If you have any questions, please email funding@theinstitutenc.org.

 

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Institute Capital

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Durham, NC 27701

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