Resiliency & Prosperity Fund  

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Resiliency Fund Recipient. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Lasell Hall. 2021

SEEC swiftly responded to the COVID crisis through business outreach, surveys and hosting recovery roundtable discussions. As such, SEEC quickly realized there was an immediate capital pinch for small businesses that typically operate on a shoestring budget. The Resiliency Fund was established in 2021 as a COVID resource prior to the state and federal programs being authorized.  Using SEEC funds, 0% interest loans and grants were offered to local businesses.  

SEEC was thrilled every business loan had 100% repayment. 

Since then, SEEC has been raising capital for a Prosperity Fund as a revolving loan or grant fund for small businesses to make capital improvements, launch new products, purchase new equipment, and more. 

In 2024, SEEC utilized its treasury to introduce the Curb Appeal Program, a locally funded building improvement program giving preference to properties in the historic Main Street districts. 

Current & Previous Recipients

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Community Impact

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    Expanded Business Resources and Network Connections

    · SEEC raised local capital for the local programs

    · SEEC administered other COVID relief funds on behalf of local alliances, giving confidence to channel another $150,000 into the community

    · SEEC engaged three (3) professional designers for the Curb Appeal Program assigning to each project, providing technical assistance to owners, and bolstering results

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    Community and Economic Development Engagement

    · SEEC established an Enterprise Investment Committee and engaged retired bankers to help advise

    · SEEC established a Curb Appeal Review Committee with members representing the community, historic interests, agency expertise, and business acumen

    · SEEC co-invested with 13 property owners

    ·  SEEC served businesses across the County in multiple programs

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    Community Character and Environmental Enhancements

    ·  The Curb Appeal Program intentionally gave preference to historic district businesses that would beautify Main Streets

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    Business and Industry Growth 

    ·  Capital Investment: $180,000 with approximately $1:$1 owner investments

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