Commissioner Gilbert launches 2025 Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program
MIAMI-DADE – Small business owners within District 1 are invited to apply for Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert, III’s Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program. Business owners who meet the eligibility requirements can receive up to $5,000 per business. Grants awarded may be used to purchase inventory/supplies, business equipment, marketing/advertising, building/business insurance, minor interior/exterior renovations, security system for commercial property, commercial property lease or mortgage, work vehicle, and professional services and training. Applications are available starting February 3 through February 14, 2025, online and in-person at Commissioner Gilbert’s District 1 Office, 17988 NW 27th Ave., Miami Gardens, FL 33056.
Completed applications will be accepted from February 17 through February 25, 2025, by 4 p.m., at Commissioner Gilbert's District 1 Office.
All business owners interested in applying must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Business must be located in District 1
- Business must have been in operation since Jan. 2025
- Must be a for-profit business
- A physical address for the business is required
- Home-based businesses can apply
- Special projects may be considered by the Selection Committee
An informational workshop for business owners explaining the program requirements will be held via Zoom on
February 10, 2025, at 6 p.m.
Meeting ID: 863 2664 0074
Passcode: 998060
Please note, attending the workshop does not guarantee grant funding will be received.
Online applications are available at: www.miamidade.gov/district01 or printed applications may be picked up at: Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert, III, District 1 Office, 17988 NW 27th Ave., Miami Gardens, FL 33056 Phone: (305) 474-3011
Completed applications can be hand-delivered in a sealed envelope to: Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert, III, District 1 Office, 17988 NW 27th Ave., Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Or
Completed applications along with all supporting documents can be submitted via email to: [email protected]
Subject: Mom & Pop Grant 2025
Please refer to the application for all qualifications and requirements to apply for grant funding. For more information, contact District 1 at (305) 474-3011.