Founded by Optimum Business
Optimum Business and the Bronx Chamber of Commerce are proud to bring $145,000 in grants to support small businesses in the Bronx through the Lifting Up Small Businesses in The Bronx
program. The program awards 25 eligible local businesses with a $5,000 grant and one $20,000 grand prize grant to support local businesses in their growth and long-term success.
Congratulations to our 2026 Grant Recipients
Art of Stepping
Bombazo Dance Co, Inc.
Brandfluencia Marketing
BX Eatery
BX Protects Security
CKO Kickboxing Throggs Neck
Danny’s Auto Hospital
Dendera Studios
Dorado Bar & Grill
ESC Cabling
Fancy Feet Dance Studio
IOT Services LLC/Ride IOT
Kitsune Wellness
MK'S Restaurant
Nana’s A Vegan LLC
Paralegals FTC, Inc.
Pat's Exotic Beverages
Quality Wet Paint, LLC
Quick Printer Inc.
Respect the Grinders LLC
Rolos Barber Shop
Summit Financial Services CPA, PC.
Sweet Water Wellness LLC
The Bronx Design Group
The People’s Choice Meat Market & Grill
25 small businesses in the Bronx, NY located in an Optimum serviceable area will be selected to receive a $5,000 grant with one $20,000 grand prize winner. All applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 1, 2026. The Administrator may choose to change or extend the deadline in its sole discretion. Applicants who are selected to receive a Lifting Up Small Business Grant will be subject to a background check prior to receiving the grant funds and will be asked to consent to same and submit all required information at an appropriate time. All trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owner. © 2026 CSC Holdings, LLC. Optimum Communications is located at 1 Court Square West, Long Island City, NY 11101.
