02/05/2026
This City of Hillsboro Small Business Stabilization Program will help stabilize and retain small businesses in our community — especially those seeing a reduction in customer base resulting from ICE activity or experiencing economic instability. Grant applications will open on February 9.
Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded. A total of $200,000 is available.
Eligible industries include restaurants, mobile food services, food markets, bakeries, grocery stores, and retail stores.
Grant Program Timeline:
▪️ Monday, February 9: Grant applications open
▪️ Friday, February 27: Applications due by 5 pm
▪️ Wednesday, March 11: Applicants notified of decisions
▪️ Friday, March 20: Award funds released
Applicants, here's how to get ready:
- Review program goals & requirements
- Prepare 3 years of financial reports
- Develop a plan for how the money would be used
The Hillsboro City Council approved the creation of the Small Business Stabilization Program in response to community feedback about the harmful impacts of federal immigration enforcement on local businesses in Hillsboro.
Learn more about eligibility, application support, and more: https://www.hillsboro-oregon.gov/our-city/departments/city-manager-s-office/hillsboro-101/ice-response-city-of-hillsboro-actions/small-business-stabilization-program
