SEEC Offerings
SEEC was established in 2019 as a not-for-profit public benefit corporation meant to foster economic prosperity in Schoharie County. The Spirit of SEEC is realized through Main Street vitality, powering a Digital Revolution and encouraging industrial diversity.
SEEC supports local enterprises in building their businesses by providing guidance, resources, and navigation to foster sustainable growth within our community.
Women Leading Business, SEEC. 2022
How can we help you?
SEEC dedicates our resources and experience to specific projects and opportunities that directly aim to serve the best interests and needs of local business and its prosperous development. View some of our upcoming events, currently active opportunities, and some of our past & progressing projects below.
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SEEC can help your business access other available grants and financing in which your enterprise may be eligible.
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SEEC associates are well-versed in dozens of economic development programs and has demonstrated success in securing grants and administering projects to successful close-out compliance.
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SEEC serves as a liaison between businesses and local governments helping to navigate local policies and procedures so that projects and/or developments may cooperatively advance.
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SEEC associates can provide assistance in identifying and securing meaningful tax incentives for your business' operations or new developments.
“SEECs Digital Marketing Program has been a game changer for my small business. It helped provide the motivation and financial support I needed to take the next step in growing my business as an artist. Instead of adding to a "To-Do List" I was finally able to put money and time towards projects that would get me noticed on a larger scale.”
Casey Beal, Founder & Owner of Casey Beal Designs, based in Middleburgh, NY.
Current Opportunities
Village of Sharon Springs Small Project Fund
Sharon Springs was awarded $2.25 million as a NY Forward initiative. Designed to support small-scale projects that improve the downtown, SEEC is administering the $300,000 Small Project Fund. Starting in July, SEEC will schedule FREE architectural consultations for eligible property owners. Funding is limited, and awards will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Schoharie County businesses — this one’s for you!
Our Economic Gardening Program is now open for applications. If your business is 1-2 years and you’re ready to grow, we want to work with you.
Selected participants receive up to $10K in support tied to growth-focused activities. The application takes about 5-10 minutes.
“Rural doesn’t mean limited.”
Date: Submissions due by April 24, 2026
Yoga at 287 Main
Join Lucianna for 45 minutes of Yin & Flow—a blend of movement and stretch suitable for all levels. Bring your yoga mat.
$10 (cash, Venmo, or Zelle).
Get Ready to Turn Clicks Into Customers!
Digital Power Hour Session #2: Digital Marketing & Sales Growth Join Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corp (SEEC) on Monday, May 18 at 10:00 AM for the second installment of the 2026 Digital Enlighten Series — and bring your ambition. This free hybrid session is designed to help small business owners in Schoharie County transform digital activity into real revenue.
Why you should be there
Learn how to build and optimize online storefronts that sell
Master digital marketing across email, social, social ads, and paid campaigns
Position products and services so the right customers buy, fast
Streamline the customer journey and checkout to stop cart abandonment cold
Track conversions and analyze sales performance to grow smarter, not harder
Michelle Toch Dinsmore, Partner at Overit — an Albany-based, award-winning full-service marketing agency — will lead the session with practical tactics you can apply immediately.
Format & details
Free hybrid event (in-person or virtual)
Location: 287 Main, Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corp or on Zoom
Cost: Free
Plus, don't miss the SBA's free Virtual Summit on May 5–6, co-hosted with the Association of Small Business Development Centers: SBA National Small Business Week
Main Street Matters: Session 2
Join the conversation virtually on May 21 from 7-8 PM
The Importance of Great Design in Historic Districts — the second in a three-part virtual workshop series hosted by SEEC in partnership with the NYS Historic Preservation Office, Preservation Studios, and the NYS Office of Homes and Community Renewal.
Designed for Schoharie County Historic District property owners.
Topics include:
Preservation-sensitive design
Real-world case studies
NY Main Street Program overview
Dates: May 4-8, 2026
Date: May 21, 2026 - 7-8 PM
Economic Development Week
Celebrate with us Monday through Friday, May 4–8, 2026
In coordination with Schoharie County Partners for Advancing Resilient Communities (SPARC), SEEC is proud to announce the lineup of events for Economic Development Week 2026.
Since 2020, SEEC has participated in the International Economic Development Council's (IEDC) Economic Development Week, an annual celebration of the impact that economic development organizations, local businesses, and community leaders have in their regions. This year's Collaboration theme mirrors the IEDC's national theme and shines a spotlight on the partnerships driving innovation, growth, and lasting change across Schoharie
Date: May 18, 2026 - 10 AM
Currently Active Opportunities
Impact Fund
This fund was created to support early-phase businesses that have great promise, measured by their ability to accelerate industries that have synergies with other assets within Schoharie County.
This fund is an ideal option for businesses with the potential to economically impact our community given the opportunity to advance markets and industries.
Fill out the interest form below if you own a business in Schoharie County, and would like to know more detailed information about SEECs Impact Fund.
The Parrott House Request for Proposals is NOW OPEN
Prosperity Fund
This is a revolving loan fund designed to fund projects such as capital improvements, expansion, new product launches, equipment, and more!
This fund is for businesses in Schoharie County of all varieties, and its goal is to create community vitality.
Fill out the interest form below if you own a business in Schoharie County, and would like to know more detailed information about SEECs Prosperity Fund.
Digital Enlighten Series:
Digital Power Hour
This series was created to support and guide local entrepreneurs in the development of their businesses' digital presence. In part, SEEC hosts an online webinar series called "Digital Power Hour" where business owners are encouraged to ask questions, create discourse, and get relevant resources/answers surrounding online topics.