Local programs created to help storm-impacted businesses in Crawford County

Bucyrus Telegraph-Forum

The Crawford Partnership, together with Geenex Solar and Magnificent Maid, announce three programs are available to assist small businesses negatively impacted by the storms and tornado that hit Bucyrus April 17.

The Geenex Solar Wombat Solar Community Rebuild & Recover Grant program offers Crawford County businesses grants of up to $2,500 to assist in recovery. Companies can apply here. Geenex is a developer of greenfield utility-scale solar projects.

Significant storm damage is seen at The Computer Guru in downtown Bucyrus. Grants and 0% interest loans are being offered to aid in recovery.
Significant storm damage is seen at The Computer Guru in downtown Bucyrus. Grants and 0% interest loans are being offered to aid in recovery.
QR Code for the Wombat Solar Community Rebuild & Recover Grant program.
QR Code for the Wombat Solar Community Rebuild & Recover Grant program.

“We are committed to helping Crawford County businesses bounce back stronger," said Leah Cordy, community relations director at Geenex. "Our Wombat Solar Community Rebuilding Grant aims to provide immediate financial assistance to those impacted by the recent devastating weather.”

Cleaning service Magnificent Maid is offering free interior cleaning to businesses through its Storm Clean Up program. For more information and to request service, call 419-561-4429 or email at magnificentmaid@gmail.com.

A portion of the roof was torn off at ARK Realty during Wednesday's tornado.
A portion of the roof was torn off at ARK Realty during Wednesday's tornado.

"In these tough times, clean spaces can make a big difference. Our Storm Clean Up program is designed to help local businesses restore normalcy without worrying about the cost," owner Dustin Ritchie said.

Additionally, Crawford Partnership is offering a 0% interest rate Recover Crawford Business Relief Loan fund. In partnership with the Community Foundation for Crawford County, the Partnership is offering loans of up to $10,000 to small businesses and nonprofits to assist with short-term expenses related to getting back up and running.

QR code for the Recover Crawford Business Relief Loan fund.
QR code for the Recover Crawford Business Relief Loan fund.

Loans are granted on a first-come, first-serve basis as long as funds are available. An application can befound at crawfordpartnership.org/recovercrawford. Application fees are waived. Businesses can contact Sarah Herrle, economic development manager, at sarahh@crawfordpartnership.org or at 419-563-5567 for more information.

“As our community faces these challenges, I am so grateful for support being offered to local businesses," President and CEO David Zak said. "We hope our Recover Crawford Emergency Loan fund, in partnership with the Community Foundation, helps alleviate the financial burdens businesses are currently facing as they work to get back on their feet. We want them to know they are not alone.”

This article originally appeared on Bucyrus Telegraph-Forum: Crawford Partnership announces storm recovery programs for businesses

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