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Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Reading, PA · 910 members
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Member event
Berks Encore · Reading
Berks Encore senior expo: Medicare, community resources, and a chance to mingle ↗Member event
Reading Regional Airport Authority · Reading
Local airport's Aviation Career Fair takes flight next Friday ↗+2 more in the last 60 days — get your free weekly brief to see them all →
New members
Welcome, new members
Businesses that joined Greater Reading Chamber Alliance in the last 30 days, from its public member directory.
- Tru by Hilton
- Moses B Glick, LLC
- Moyer's Restoration Services
- Oasis Senior Advisors
- Finch + Fern LLC
Funding & programs
Opportunities
38 open for members · 12 for the chamber · 1 new this week · 1 closing soon
GrantPA · statewide
Strengthening Pennsylvania’s Registered Apprenticeship Ecosystem Through the Navigator Program
L&I will make one award of up to $450,000 to sponsor a local or regional registered apprenticeship navigator program. Eligible applicants include businesses, economic development organizations and industry associations. Proposals are due October 23, 2026 at 4 PM ET.
- Amount
- approximately $450,000 in funding ... to include one award of up to $450,000
- When
- Apply by Oct 23 · closing soon
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include Businesses; Community-based organizations; Economic development organizations; Industry associations; Labor organizations; Local education agencies; Local workforce development boards; Nonprofit organizations; Post-secondary institutions; Public libraries; STEM ecosystems
GrantPA · statewide
RISE PA Small-scale Award Track (SAT) industrial decarbonization grants - Round 5
Grants covering 50% of project costs (up to $500,000) for small and mid-sized Pennsylvania manufacturers with fewer than 500 employees at the facility, for emissions-reduction and energy-efficiency projects costing $50,000 to $1 million. Round 5 is open September 15 to December 15, 2026.
- Amount
- Base grants cover 50% of the total project costs, up to max $500K.
- When
- Apply by Dec 15
Match required
Who can apply
The site requesting funds must have manufacturing processes occurring at the assessed manufacturing facility Fewer than 500 employees at the manufacturing facility Project costs between $50K and $1M
GrantPA · statewide
Pennsylvania Creative Communities Initiative (2027-2028)
Multi-year grants, generally up to $25,000 a year for up to four years, for place-based, community-driven arts projects (creative placemaking) led by a nonprofit or local government in partnership with at least one other organization. 1:1 match required, with 10% of the match from a local government. Due November 13, 2026.
- Amount
- Funding amount: generally up to $25,000 per year, for up to four years
- When
- Apply by Nov 13
Match required
Who can apply
Lead applicant must be a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation, or unit of government (counties, cities, boroughs, townships, and municipal authorities).Quoted from pa.gov →
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GrantPA · statewide
Environmental Education Grants Program
DEP reimbursement grants for environmental education projects in Pennsylvania: Seed Grants up to $5,000, Grow Grants of $5,001 to $30,000 and Impact Grants of $30,001 to $65,000. Schools, colleges, county conservation districts, incorporated nonprofits and businesses registered in Pennsylvania can apply; the 2027 round opens October 5, 2026 and the deadline is November 13, 2026.
- Amount
- Seed Grant (up to $5,000) … Grow Grant ($5,001 - $30,000) … Impact Grant ($30,001 - $65,000)
- When
- Apply by Nov 13
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible Applicants: Public schools and school districts (PreK-12), including intermediate units and charter schools; Incorporated private schools (under limited circumstances, private religious schools may be exempted from the incorporation requirement); Incorporated conservation and education organizations and institutions; Universities and colleges; County conservation districts; Incorporated nonprofit organizations; Businesses (must be registered to do business in PA)
SBA disaster loanPA · disaster area
SBA Offers Relief to Pennsylvania Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by the Freeze (PA-20029)
Small businesses and private nonprofits in the declared counties with economic losses from the freeze occurring April 19 – 21 can apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (up to $2 million; agricultural producers, farmers and ranchers are not eligible except aquaculture). Economic injury applications are due January 26, 2027; covered counties include Pennsylvania: 17 counties.
- Amount
- The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.625% for PNPs, with terms of up to 30 years.
- When
- Apply by Jan 26, 2027
Ag-related
Who can apply
Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, and PNPs — including faith-based organizations — with financial losses directly related to this disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.
GrantPA · statewide
Small Business Advantage Grant
DEP reimbursement grants of 50 to 80 percent of project costs, up to $7,500 to $12,000, for Pennsylvania small businesses with 100 or fewer employees that upgrade equipment or processes to save energy or reduce pollution or waste.
- Amount
- reimbursement grant ranging from 50% or $7,500 (whichever is less) up to 80% or $12,000 (whichever is less) for eligible project costs
- When
- Apply by Mar 19, 2027
Match required
Who can apply
100 or fewer FTE employees, save at least $500 and 20% on annual energy/pollution costs (some exceptions), minimum 20-50% match, replacement /upgrade of existing equipment/ processes (some exceptions), registered business, active SAP Vendor Number, additional restrictions apply - see Program Guidelines on SBAG website.
LoanPA · statewide
Pollution Prevention Assistance Account (PPAA) Loan Program
DEP and DCED 2 percent fixed-rate loans of up to $100,000 over up to 10 years for Pennsylvania small businesses with 100 or fewer employees, for equipment or process changes that reduce waste, pollution or energy use.
- Amount
- The maximum loan amount is $100,000 for any 12-month period. Loans may be used to fund up to 75% of the total eligible project cost.
- When
- Open now
Match required
Who can apply
100 or fewer employees; operating in an eligible business sector; must provide 25% match minimum of total eligible project costs; $100,000 loan limit, 10 year term limit
GrantPA · statewide
Pollution Prevention Reimbursement Grant (Pump & Plug)
DEP reimbursement of up to $2,500 per tank for owners of six or fewer regulated, non-upgraded underground storage tanks in Pennsylvania to pump out, clean and close them. Applications are submitted after the work is finished.
- Amount
- The grant shall not exceed $2,500 per tank
- When
- Apply by Jun 30, 2027
Who can apply
Eligible tank owners who own six or fewer regulated underground tanks in Pennsylvania.
GrantPA · statewide
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT)
DCED grants for registered apprenticeship sponsors, including single employers, employer consortiums, economic development organizations and community associations, of up to $3,000 per apprentice per year for related instruction costs.
- Amount
- Sponsors may request funding for plans not to exceed three years, at $3,000 per apprentice per year.
- When
- Apply by Jun 30, 2027
Who can apply
Single Employer; Employer Consortiums; Workforce Development Boards; Economic Development Organizations; Labor Organizations; Local Career Technical Education Institutions; Pennsylvania Community Colleges; Community Organizations or Associations
SBA disaster loanPA · disaster area
SBA Disaster Loans — Pennsylvania: Oak Forest Apartment Complex Fire (PA-20030)
SBA low-interest disaster loans for Oak Forest Apartment Complex Fire (incident period June 11, 2026) — primary: Berks (PA); contiguous: Chester (PA), Lancaster (PA), Lebanon (PA), Lehigh (PA), Montgomery (PA), Schuylkill (PA). Businesses and private nonprofits can apply; the physical-damage deadline passed on August 24, 2026; economic injury (EIDL) applications due March 24, 2027.
- Amount
- The Interest Rates are (percent): For Physical Damage: Homeowners with credit available elsewhere 5.750; Homeowners without Credit Available Elsewhere 2.875; Businesses with Credit Available Elsewhere 8.000; Businesses without Credit Available Elsewhere 4.000; Private Non-Profit Organizations with Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625 For Economic Injury: Business and Small Agricultural Cooperatives without Credit Available Elsewhere 4.000; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625
- When
- Apply by Mar 24, 2027
Who can apply
The Interest Rates are (percent): For Physical Damage: Homeowners with credit available elsewhere 5.750; Homeowners without Credit Available Elsewhere 2.875; Businesses with Credit Available Elsewhere 8.000; Businesses without Credit Available Elsewhere 4.000; Private Non-Profit Organizations with Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625 For Economic Injury: Business and Small Agricultural Cooperatives without Credit Available Elsewhere 4.000; Private Non-Profit Organizations without Credit Available Elsewhere 3.625
GrantNational
R4R Mitigation Grant – $5,000 for pre-disaster projects (Fall 2026)
New for fall 2026: small businesses that take a 15–30 minute disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform between September 29 and November 15 become eligible to apply for a $5,000 grant for a pre-disaster mitigation project at their business.
- Amount
- a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business
- When
- Apply by Nov 15
Who can apply
Between September 29 and November 15, take a 15-30 minute small business disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform to become eligible to apply for a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business.
TrainingNational
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses – business education program
Business education program for established small business owners, run in local in-person cohorts and a national online cohort. Applicants should be an owner or co-owner of a business operating at least two years, with revenue of $75,000 or more in one of the past two fiscal years and at least two employees including the owner. Applications are due about three months before a cohort starts: apply by October 2026 for the February–May 2027 national cohort.
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Does your business have revenue of $75K or more in one of the past two fiscal years?
GrantNational
Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and distribution centers give local grants of $250 to $5,000 to 501(c)(3) charities, schools, government entities and faith-based community projects in their service area. The current cycle runs August 1 to November 30; chambers (501(c)(6)) are not eligible.
- Amount
- Grant amounts range from $250 to $5,000.
- When
- Apply by Nov 30
Who can apply
Eligible entities must be a: 501(c)(3) public charity: [...] Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): [...] School: [...] Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large [...] Note: Non-charities, including but not limited to organizations such as 501(c)(4)s, (c)(6)s, and (c)(19)s like homeowner’s associations, civic leagues, or volunteer fire companies, are not eligible.
AcceleratorNational
Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program is a year-long fellowship for women-owned businesses with at least $75,000 in annual revenue, including a $2,000 education grant. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open September 22 to November 17, 2026, and applying is free.
- Amount
- $2,000 education grant (FAQ)
- When
- Apply by Nov 17
Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by womenA woman entrepreneur who owns the largest or equally largest stake in a qualifying business
Who can apply
For profit, from any industry; Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by women; Generating minimum of $75,000 annually. There is no maximum revenue requirement.; Formed under United States law and operating in the United States
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HerRise MicroGrant
HerSuiteSpot's HerRise MicroGrant funds women-owned US businesses with under $1 million in revenue; each month's applications close on the last day of the month. There is a $15 application fee.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feeWomen-owned business
Who can apply
Women-owned business; Businesses currently registered in the US; Less than $1 million in gross revenue; Non-profits, franchise, direct seller, authorized reseller or independent consultant not eligible
GrantNational
Galaxy Grants
Hidden Star's Galaxy Grant awards $2,500 and is free to apply. The current deadline is October 31, 2026, with winners announced the following week.
- Amount
- $2,500 Galaxy Grant – FREE to Apply!
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Contestsupporting women & minority business owners
Who can apply
Each of these contests will be separate and are open only to persons over 18 years of age and who has set up any free or paid Galaxy of Stars membership account prior to or concurrent with entering or participating in the contest.Quoted from galaxyofstars.org →
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Amber Grants
WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses every month, and three $50,000 grants at year end. Each month's entry period ends on the last day of the month; there is a $15 application fee with a fee waiver on request.
- Amount
- Each month, three (3) $10,000 Amber Grants will be awarded. [...] three (3) of the monthly winners will receive an additional $50,000 Year-End Grant.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feewomen (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business
Who can apply
Open to women (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business based in the United States or Canada. Eligible businesses include pre-revenue ventures, idea-stage startups, and revenue-generating nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits whose primary activity is charitable giving are not eligible.Quoted from ambergrantsforwomen.com →
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 national grant
Verizon and LISC select 10 small businesses each month from June through December 2026 for $10,000 grants. Owners unlock the one-time application by completing two free Digital Ready courses or events in 2026.
- Amount
- 10 small businesses will be selected for grants each month [...] $10,000 grants
- When
- Open now
Random drawingContest
Who can apply
Owners of for-profit small businesses based in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who are 18 or older may apply. Owners of multiple businesses may apply for one business only.
GrantPA · statewide
Marketing to Attract Tourists (MTAT)
DCED grants for destination marketing organizations, tourism-related businesses and regional coalitions for marketing campaigns and events that bring out-of-state visitors to Pennsylvania. Tracks include the Great American Getaway Co-Op, Secure More in Sports, Big Stage Events and a general fund.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Individual destination marketing organizations; Tourism-related businesses; Coalitions of regional, industry or activity-based groups.
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NASE Growth Grants
NASE gives members grants of up to $4,000 for specific business needs such as marketing, hiring or equipment. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; NASE membership is required.
- Amount
- Apply for a business development grant from the NASE worth up to $4,000!
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Membership required
Who can apply
To be eligible, the applicant must be a member in good standing at the time of application and must maintain such good standing continuously through the date on which the award is conferred.
GrantNational
Freed Fellowship Grant
Freed Fellowship picks one US small business owner each month for a $500 grant, and Fellows are considered for a $2,500 year-end grant. Applications are rolling and cost $19.
- Amount
- Each month we select one Freed Fellow as the recipient of a $500 no-strings-attached grant. Fellows are then considered for our $2,500 year-end grant.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Contest$19 fee
Who can apply
Any micro or small business owner in the US is eligible. We especially encourage women, minorities and others considered underrepresented or overlooked to apply.
Tax abatementPA · statewide
Keystone Opportunity Zones (KOZ)
State and local tax abatement for qualified businesses, property owners and residents located in designated Keystone Opportunity Zones, who must apply each year.
- When
- Opens in December
Who can apply
Qualified businesses, property owners and residents. Qualified means you satisfactorily meet the necessary criteria listed in the Act and submit an annual application.
AcceleratorNational
Cultivate Small Business
Santander's free Cultivate Small Business program gives early-stage food businesses a 12-week curriculum, mentorship and capital grants. Applications for the spring cohort are accepted November through January.
- Amount
- capital grants
- When
- Opens in November
Who can apply
In operation for at least one year; Are working full time in the business and have fewer than 10 total full-time equivalent employees; Revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000 in the last calendar year; Located in the United States
LoanPA · statewide
Pursuit SBA Microloan
Pursuit, an SBA microloan intermediary and CDFI, makes SBA microloans of up to $50,000 for working capital, debt refinancing and equipment to small businesses (and certain nonprofit childcare centers) in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Illinois and Delaware.
- Amount
- The Microloan program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The Microloan program provides loans up to $50,000 to help small businesses and certain not-for-profit childcare centers start up and expand.
LoanPA · statewide
Ascendus Business Term Loan
Ascendus, a nonprofit CDFI lender, offers small business term loans of up to $100,000 to owners who need money to grow their business, available to businesses nationwide except in Vermont.
- Amount
- For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000. Qualified businesses will be located nationwide, except in Vermont.
LoanPA · statewide
DreamSpring Small Business Loan
DreamSpring, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans of $1,000 to $250,000 (24-72 month terms, fixed rate) to startups and existing businesses in 27 states for equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, supplies, vehicles and working capital.
- Amount
- DreamSpring small business loans range from $1,000 to $250,000 with a term of 24-72 months and a fixed interest rate .
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Whether you’re a startup entrepreneur or existing small business owner, DreamSpring small business loans are designed to fit your business needs.
LoanPA · county program
ASSETS Small Business Loan
ASSETS lends $2,500 to $10,000 to established small businesses (or graduates of its start-up program) in five Central Pennsylvania counties for expansion, major equipment or business improvements, with coaching and credit counseling.
- Amount
- The Small Business Loan: $2,500–$10,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The Small Business Loan is a good fit for business owners who have a clear plan for growth and are ready to take on a larger financing commitment with guidance and support from the ASSETS team.
0% loanPA · county program
ASSETS Business Essentials Loan (0% interest)
ASSETS offers 0% interest loans of $500 to $2,500 for essential business costs such as equipment, tools, supplies, insurance or short-term workspace, helping entrepreneurs build credit, in five Central Pennsylvania counties.
- Amount
- The Business Essentials Loan provides $500–$2,500 at 0% interest to help entrepreneurs plan for and cover essential business expenses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The Business Essentials Loan is a good fit for entrepreneurs who need a smaller amount of capital for foundational business investments and want a guided, supportive lending process.
RebatePA · county program
Business Energy Efficiency Program — Prescriptive Incentives
Prescriptive incentives covering up to 50% of costs for PPL Electric business customers who retrofit or build with efficient lighting, HVAC and tune-ups, refrigeration, motors and pumps, compressed air, food service and office equipment, hot water, agriculture equipment or small solar; apply with a standard application and savings estimator.
- Amount
- Discover incentives that cover up to 50% of costs for retrofit and new construction energy efficiency projects.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
All customers who take service via the PPL transmission or distribution system are eligible to apply for these incentives, regardless of the electric generation supplier from which the customer has chosen to purchase electricity.Quoted from pplelectricbusinesssavings.com →
RebatePA · county program
Business Energy Efficiency Program — Direct Discounts (small business)
Small-business retrofit program for PPL Electric customers on GS1 and GS3 rate codes: a participating contractor does the work and paperwork, and incentives of up to 80% of project cost (max $500,000) are credited on the invoice. Covers lighting, refrigeration, compressed air, HVAC, water heaters, HVAC tune-ups, smart thermostats and custom projects.
- Amount
- This program provides greater savings than the standard program with incentives covering up to 80% of project costs, with a maximum of $500,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Apply via a partnerMatch required
Who can apply
This program is specifically for customers with GS1 and GS3 rate codes looking to perform retrofit projects.
LoanPA · county program
Finanta Microloans and Small Business Loans
Finanta, a CDFI, makes microloans (under $50,000) and larger small business loans to start-ups and growing businesses that cannot get bank financing, for equipment, site improvements, working capital, inventory and expansion.
- Amount
- Microloans are for businesses that require less than $50,000 for start-up or expansion.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Our Small Business Loans target both start-ups and established businesses poised for growth that are unable to secure financing from traditional banks.
LoanPA · statewide
Accion Opportunity Fund Small Business Term Loan
Accion Opportunity Fund, a national nonprofit CDFI, offers small business term loans up to $250,000 with repayment terms up to 36 months for businesses with at least 2 years in business and $300,000+ in annual sales.
- Amount
- Loans up to $250k
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Must be at least 18 years or older Minimum 2 years in business $300,000+ in annual sales 20% ownership of business All shareholders must be either a US citizen or permanent resident
0% loanPA · statewide
Kiva U.S. 0% interest loans
Kiva U.S. offers crowdfunded 0% interest loans of $1,000 to $15,000 for U.S. small business owners, with no fees, no collateral and no minimum credit score. Borrowers first invite friends, family and others to lend during a private fundraising period, then crowdfund publicly on Kiva; businesses in Nevada and North Dakota are not accepted.
- Amount
- you can qualify for a no-interest, no-fee, and no-collateral loan between $1,000-$15,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Your business must be registered within the United States, and you must physically reside in the United States, in order to be eligible for a Kiva U.S. loan.Quoted from kiva.org →
Technical assistancePA · statewide
Pennsylvania SBDC — no-cost business advising
The Pennsylvania SBDC network provides no-cost, confidential consulting, training and resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs through centers across Pennsylvania.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) are a nationally accredited program that provides educational training, business resources, and experienced no-cost, confidential consulting to small business owners and entrepreneurs.
LoanPA · statewide
PIDA-Loans
Low-interest PIDA loans and lines of credit for Pennsylvania businesses that commit to creating and retaining full-time jobs, covering land, buildings, equipment and working capital. Applications are packaged by the certified economic development organization for the business's county.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Apply via a partner
Who can apply
A variety of different industry sectors are eligible for PIDA financing including manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, research and development, hospitality, defense conversion, recycling, construction, child day-care, retail and service, export, and computer-related service enterprises.
Disaster helpNational
Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) – $5,000 disaster recovery grant
Small businesses with 500 or fewer employees register in advance by completing a free five-minute preparedness checklist; if their county later comes under a state emergency or disaster declaration and they have at least $5,000 in uncovered losses, they can apply for a $5,000 recovery grant. Nonprofits are not funded.
- Amount
- Selected businesses receive $5,000 and must document at least $5,000 in disaster-related losses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
500 employees or fewer Complete the free checklist (5 minutes) Located in the U.S. or territories (includes Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, etc.)
Technical assistanceNational
APEX Accelerators — no-cost government contracting help
APEX Accelerators (the program formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Program), supported by the Department of War's Office of Small Business Programs, offer no-cost guidance and one-on-one help for businesses entering or growing in federal, state and local government contracting, through more than 300 offices nationwide. Use the service-area locator to find your local office.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The APEX Accelerators program provides the education and training to ensure that all businesses become capable of participating in federal, state, and local government contracts.Quoted from apexaccelerators.us →
Technical assistanceNational
SCORE — free business mentoring
SCORE offers free, confidential mentoring, for the life of your business, to any aspiring or established owner of a U.S.-based business, in all industries and stages; nonprofits are also served. Enter your ZIP code on the page to be matched with a mentor.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SCORE mentoring is a free service offered to any aspiring or established owners of a U.S.-based business.
LoanPA · statewide
The Progress Fund Small Business Loans
The Progress Fund lends from $20,000 to over $1 million to people starting, expanding or buying small businesses - many in tourism, hospitality and outdoor recreation - for property, building rehab, inventory, equipment, business acquisition and working capital.
- Amount
- The Progress Fund provides financing from $20,000 to over $1 million to people who are starting, expanding or buying small businesses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
The Progress Fund provides financing from $20,000 to over $1 million to people who are starting, expanding or buying small businesses.
LoanNational
LiftFund Small Business Loans
LiftFund, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans for working capital, equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, vehicles and commercial real estate to startups and existing businesses, including owners with limited credit, collateral or experience.
- Amount
- financing options can range from $500 to $1 Million
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Whether you have limited credit, collateral or experience, we’ll work with you to find funding that allows you to build your credit and improve your finances. LiftFund offers small business loans to entrepreneurs nationwide.
For Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Grants and programs the chamber itself can apply for.
GrantPA · statewide
Strengthening Pennsylvania’s Registered Apprenticeship Ecosystem Through the Navigator Program
L&I will make one award of up to $450,000 to sponsor a local or regional registered apprenticeship navigator program. Eligible applicants include businesses, economic development organizations and industry associations. Proposals are due October 23, 2026 at 4 PM ET.
- Amount
- approximately $450,000 in funding ... to include one award of up to $450,000
- When
- Apply by Oct 23 · closing soon
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include Businesses; Community-based organizations; Economic development organizations; Industry associations; Labor organizations; Local education agencies; Local workforce development boards; Nonprofit organizations; Post-secondary institutions; Public libraries; STEM ecosystems
GrantPA · statewide
Pennsylvania Creative Communities Initiative (2027-2028)
Multi-year grants, generally up to $25,000 a year for up to four years, for place-based, community-driven arts projects (creative placemaking) led by a nonprofit or local government in partnership with at least one other organization. 1:1 match required, with 10% of the match from a local government. Due November 13, 2026.
- Amount
- Funding amount: generally up to $25,000 per year, for up to four years
- When
- Apply by Nov 13
Match required
Who can apply
Lead applicant must be a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporation, or unit of government (counties, cities, boroughs, townships, and municipal authorities).Quoted from pa.gov →
GrantPA · statewide
Veterans Employment Program (statewide)
Pennsylvania L&I will award about $200,000 to one organization to run services that help veterans and eligible military spouses overcome barriers to employment. Business associations and economic development entities are named among eligible lead applicants (alongside workforce boards, nonprofits, labor and education organizations). Bidder's conference October 14, 2026, proposals due November 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.
- Amount
- The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity
- When
- Apply by Nov 10
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include local workforce development boards, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based organizations, education and post-secondary organizations, labor organizations, business associations, and economic development entities who have the ability to serve veterans and spouses.
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GrantPA · statewide
Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC) — Region 1 operator
USDOT will award one cooperative agreement of $377,016.67 to a nonprofit organization that will establish and operate the Region 1 Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center, which helps small businesses in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont compete for transportation contracts. Chambers of commerce, trade associations, community-based organizations and colleges with transportation-contracting expertise and an office in the region can apply on Grants.gov by 11:59 PM EST on October 31, 2026. A 15% cost share is required.
- Amount
- The total funding to be awarded across the six regions is $2.3 million. Region 1 will be awarded $377,016.67.
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Match required
Who can apply
To be eligible for this Cooperative Agreement, an applicant must be an established nonprofit, community-based organization, transportation-related trade association, chamber of commerce, college or university, community college, faith-based institution; Historically Black College or Universities (HBCUs), or any other transportation-related nonprofit organization that has the documented experience and capacity necessary to operate and administer a coordinated delivery system that prepares small businesses to compete for transportation-related contracts.Quoted from apply07.grants.gov →
GrantPA · statewide
Sports Marketing and Tourism Grant Program (SMAT)
DCED grants for municipalities, local authorities, nonprofits and other legal entities that bid in a competitive process run by an out-of-state site selection organization to bring amateur, professional or esports events to Pennsylvania.
- When
- Apply by Dec 31, 2027
Who can apply
Eligible applicants include a municipality, a local authority, a nonprofit organization, or a legal entity that meets all of the following criteria: 1. The applicant participates or plans to participate in a competitive selection process; 2. The site selection process is conducted by a Site Selection Organization not located in Pennsylvania; and 3. The applicant is seeking to secure a single year or multiyear commitment from a site selection organization to conduct high quality, amateur and professional sporting or esports events at one or more locations in this Commonwealth. High quality, amateur and professional sporting or esports events include but are not limited to the following activities related to those listed out in the program guidelines. Site Selection Organizations – for a list of included entities, refer to the program guidelines. Eligible expenses under the program include the following: • The costs relating to the preparations necessary for conducting the event. • The costs of conducting the event at the venue, including costs of an improvement or renovation to an existing facility at the venue. The financial assistance under this section shall be limited to 20% of the total cost of an improvement or renovation to an existing facility, except if the facility is publicly owned. • Promotion, marketing and programming costs associated with the event. • Paid advertising and media buys within this Commonwealth related to the event. • Production and technical expenses related to the event. • Site fees and costs, such as labor, rentals, insurance, security, and maintenance. • Machinery and equipment purchases associated with the conduct of the event. • Public infrastructure upgrades or public safety improvements that will directly or indirectly benefit the conduct of the event. • Costs related to land acquisition directly related to the conduct of the event. The financial assistance under this section shall be limited to 20% of the total acquisition cost unless the venue at which the event will be conducted is publicly owned. • On-site hospitality during the conduct of the event.
GrantPA · statewide
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT)
DCED grants for registered apprenticeship sponsors, including single employers, employer consortiums, economic development organizations and community associations, of up to $3,000 per apprentice per year for related instruction costs.
- Amount
- Sponsors may request funding for plans not to exceed three years, at $3,000 per apprentice per year.
- When
- Apply by Jun 30, 2027
Who can apply
Single Employer; Employer Consortiums; Workforce Development Boards; Economic Development Organizations; Labor Organizations; Local Career Technical Education Institutions; Pennsylvania Community Colleges; Community Organizations or Associations
GrantPA · statewide
PA Manufacturing Training to Career (PMTTC)
DCED grants for technical schools, colleges, school districts and nonprofits, including workforce boards, manufacturing associations and economic development organizations, to build manufacturing training-to-career programs.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Technical and trade schools; School districts; Post-secondary academic institutions; Workforce investment boards; Economic development organizations; Nonprofit organizations.
GrantPA · statewide
Marketing to Attract Tourists (MTAT)
DCED grants for destination marketing organizations, tourism-related businesses and regional coalitions for marketing campaigns and events that bring out-of-state visitors to Pennsylvania. Tracks include the Great American Getaway Co-Op, Secure More in Sports, Big Stage Events and a general fund.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Individual destination marketing organizations; Tourism-related businesses; Coalitions of regional, industry or activity-based groups.
GrantPA · statewide
EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance — Philadelphia Regional Office (FY 2021–2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for economic development planning and local technical assistance (such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans and project planning) in economically distressed areas, handled by EDA's Philadelphia Regional Office. Award ceiling $300,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a continuing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $300,000; Award Floor $0
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.
GrantNational
EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2025 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Award ceiling $50,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $50,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $1,447,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible applicants under the FY25 Disaster program include a(n): District organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District (EDD); Indian tribe or a consortium of Indian tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a state, including a special purpose unit of a state or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions, institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; public or private nonprofit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state; an economic development organization; or a public-private partnership for public infrastructure. EDA is not authorized to provide grants or cooperative agreements to individuals or for-profit entities under this NOFO. Applications from individuals or for-profit entities will not be considered for funding.
GrantNational
EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (FY 2025 PWEAA NOFO)
EDA grants for public works infrastructure and economic adjustment projects that support economic development in distressed communities and regions. Awards from $100,000 up to $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on an ongoing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to Section 3(4) of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122(4)(a)) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 (Eligible Recipient), eligible applicants for EDA financial assistance under the Public Works and EAA programs include a(n): (i) District Organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding under this NOFO.
GrantNational
EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2021 and 2022. Award ceiling $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $483,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
District Organization; Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. The project of an eligible applicant must be able to meet area eligibility requirements to be considered for funding under this Disaster Supplemental NOFO. Such eligibility is predicated upon the project being located in or primarily serving one or more communities impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, and of wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2021 and 2022. More specifically, consistent with 13 C.F.R. parts 301 and 307, EDA will determine area eligibility pursuant to the applicable Federal disaster declaration under the Stafford Act, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designation of areas as eligible for public assistance or individual assistance due to the declared disasters listed on FEMA’s website (www.fema.gov/disaster/). For construction projects (including design and engineering), the project must be located within an eligible county. For non-construction projects, the project’s scope of work must primarily benefit eligible counties, and stakeholders representing those eligible counties must be directly engaged in the project.
Retired programs (3) — still listed on many chamber sites; don’t send members here
- Fast Break for Small BusinessEnded
Fast Break for Small Business, run by LegalZoom and Accion Opportunity Fund, ended after its final round in 2024. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: Fast Break for Small Business - FedEx Small Business Grant ContestEnded
FedEx retired its Small Business Grants Program, which ran from 2012 through 2024. Lists that still show it are out of date.
Official page: FedEx Small Business Grant Contest - T-Mobile Hometown GrantsEnded
T-Mobile's Hometown Grants, up to $50,000 for projects in towns under 50,000 people, ended with its final 26 recipients announced June 25, 2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: T-Mobile Hometown Grants
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Suzie's Deli Delight opens today in Reading ↗Now open
Hotel Stony Run
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Local businesses in the news
Businesses near Greater Reading Chamber Alliance that aren't members yet, making local news. Each one is a reason to reach out, congratulate them and invite them to join.
Reading Hospital
Reading Hospital expands emergency center; adds pharmacy, financial counseling areas ↗Reading Hospital
Reading Hospital honors community leaders and Post family gift in Berks County ↗Reading Hospital
Reading Hospital celebrates 100 years on current campus, discusses history ↗Schuylkill River Greenways
Schuylkill River Greenways launches 'Reeser's Landing' ↗Sunny Bistro
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13,063 businesses in Reading. 910 are members.
Every business in the area Greater Reading Chamber Alliance serves, ranked by how likely it is to join. Updated every week from public business listings.
13,063Businesses in your area
910Members
28Strong prospects
20New this month
Who to reach out to this week
Where membership is thin
- Automotive repair2 of 287
- Social or community service35 of 195
- Real estate agent14 of 179
- Beauty salon3 of 176
- Hair salon0 of 164
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Membership at a glance
910 businesses in the directory we track.
Top categories
- Non-profit organizations67
- Banks39
- Restaurants22
- Financial services19
- Manufacturers19
- Engineers15
- Attorneys12
- Hotels12
Top towns
- Reading329
- Wyomissing146
- Sinking Spring34
- West Reading29
- Leesport23
- Fleetwood20
- Birdsboro17
- Temple16
From the chamber’s public member directory, last checked Oct 14, 2026.
About Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
We are greater together
GRCA is a 501(c)3 formed in 2017 when it brought together three existing business organizations serving Berks County: Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Greater Reading Economic Partnership and Greater Berks Development Fund. This strategic partnership acts as a single point of contact providing the tools and resources to help businesses in Greater Reading thrive. Mission: To be Berks County’s leading resource for building a healthy, competitive business community.Read more
- Founded
- 2017
- Service area
- We provide businesses with the resources they need to build, grow and thrive in Berks County, PA.
- County
- Berks
- Signature events
- The Picnic & Games ↗August 2026
- Go Taste Berks ↗November 2026
- MFG Summit ↗October 2026
- State of the County ↗March 2026
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