For early businesses with near-term launch or expansion costs on Ampersand Island.
Apply in NavGrantAhoy, Entrepreneurs! is built for start-ups and small businesses preparing to launch, improve, or expand on Ampersand Island. Use this page to confirm fit and prepare the details NavGrant will ask for.
Potential uses include lease costs, renovations, marketing, inventory, and practical launch needs tied to a clear local business plan.
Start-ups and small businesses with a defined launch or expansion plan.
Lease costs, renovations, marketing, inventory, and launch needs.
Business readiness, district fit, key industry alignment, and local economic impact.
Prepare cost estimates and the specific expenses you want support for.
Know where the business operates or plans to operate on Ampersand Island.
Be ready to describe jobs, services, customer demand, or community benefit.
Applications for Ahoy, Entrepreneurs! are submitted in NavGrant.