Start-ups and small businesses

Ahoy, Entrepreneurs!

For early businesses with near-term launch or expansion costs on Ampersand Island.

Apply in NavGrant

Best fit: early businesses ready to act

Ahoy, 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.

Illustrated Ahoy, Entrepreneurs! start-up grant support

Program fit

1

Best fit

Start-ups and small businesses with a defined launch or expansion plan.

2

Funding may support

Lease costs, renovations, marketing, inventory, and launch needs.

3

Review focus

Business readiness, district fit, key industry alignment, and local economic impact.

Before you apply

1

Project budget

Prepare cost estimates and the specific expenses you want support for.

2

Location plan

Know where the business operates or plans to operate on Ampersand Island.

3

Local impact

Be ready to describe jobs, services, customer demand, or community benefit.

Ready to continue?

Applications for Ahoy, Entrepreneurs! are submitted in NavGrant.