Carroll County Economic Development Update!

New definitions for Sole Proprietors and Businesses with less than two full-time equivalent employees are now available. Application deadline extended until August 31st at 5:00pm Carroll County Small Businesses & Nonprofits can apply now! More Info… SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PHISHING ALERT! The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is currently tracking an unknown malicious cyber […]

Additional Funding for 501 (c)(6) Organizations and More!

Maryland Nonprofit Recovery Initiative DEADLINE EXTENDED Maryland Nonprofit Recovery Initiative (NORI) assists nonprofit organizations whose critical operations have been financially impacted by COVID-19. DHCD has extended the application deadline for the initial round of assistance. Applications may be submitted until tomorrow, August 4, 2020, 12:00 Noon. Details here.  Email questions to dhcd.nonprofitsrecovery@maryland.gov Additional COVID-19 funding available for 501(c)(6) organizations:  A […]

Governor Hogan Announces Expanded Statewide Mask Order, Out-of-State Travel Advisory

Governor Hogan Announces Expanded Statewide Mask Order, Out-of-State Travel Advisory At yesterday’s press conference, Governor Hogan announced that beginning July 31 at 5:00 pm, all Marylanders over the age of five are required to wear face coverings in the public spaces of all businesses across the state. Face coverings will also be required in outdoor public areas […]

Governor Press Conference, Nonprofit Recovery Extension, and More!

Governor Hogan will hold a press conference at 3:30 pm today.  The press conference may be watched on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube. MD NonProfit Recovery Initiative Application Deadline Extended Eligible nonprofit organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can receive up to $50,000 in grant assistance through the Maryland Nonprofit Recovery Initiative (NORI). The Maryland Department of Housing and […]

Carroll Rebound application period extended to August 31st

For more information: Contact:          John T. Lyburn, Director of Economic Development 410-386-2070 Carroll Rebound Grant Application Deadline Extended to August 31st Westminster, MD, Thursday, July 23, 2020 –The Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved extending the deadline for the Carroll Rebound program from July 31st to August 31st.   The Carroll Rebound grant program, managed […]

Public Safety Appreciation

The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce honors our public safety servants. Since we couldn’t hold the Public Safety Awards this year, we’ve produced this token of our profound appreciation.  To all of our first responders and safety professionals: Thank you for making Carroll County a great place to live, work, and play. YOU ARE OUR […]

Non-Profit Recovery Program, New Employment Laws, and More!

MD Non-Profit Recovery Initiative Applications Open Today: The Department of Housing and Community Development will begin accepting applications for the Maryland Nonprofit Recovery Initiative (NORI) today at 12:00 Noon. Eligible nonprofit organizations can receive up to $50,000 in grant assistance for operational support. FAQs here. Modifications to Federal Reserve Board’s Main Street Lending Program: These changes are […]

Grants for Arts Agencies and MSBDFA COVID-19 Emergency Relief Loan Fund

MD State Arts Council Emergency Grant Program: $1 million will be available to county arts agencies; $435,000 to Arts & Entertainment District management entities; $1,565,000 to arts organizations and independent artists. Applications for funding should be made through MSAC’s Smart Simple portal. Applications will open on July 20 and must be submitted by 5:00 pm on August 3, 2020 to be […]

Governor Hogan Press Conference Today and More!

Governor Hogan will hold a press conference at 4:00 pm today and make a major announcement about unemployment insurance. The press conference may be watched on Facebook, Twitter, or youtube. Employer guidance on reporting qualified sick and family leave wages: The Treasury Department and the IRS provide guidance in Notice 2020-54 to employers with a requirement to report the amount […]