Small Business Resources

Town of Clinton Small Business Assistance

The Community & Economic Development Office (CEDO) is a resource for local information and advice. The CEDO compiles data on available property, local and regional demographics, regional market trends, current small business assistance programs, and regional resources. In addition, the Town offers the following forms of financial assistance:

ARPA Small Business Safety Net Grant Program

The ARPA Small Business Safety Net Program will provide grant assistance up to $10,000 to qualified businesses that can demonstrate a loss of business due to COVID. Visit the ARPA Small Business Assistance webpage for more information. Online applications must be received by September 29, 2023.

ARPA Small Business Growth and Recovery Program

The ARPA Small Business Growth and Recovery Program provides matching funds in the form of loans or grants to assist qualified businesses whose ability to modify or expand their premises has been affected by the financial impact of COVID. This Program is limited to business in an "affected industry", as defined by the U.S. Department of Treasury. Maximum award is $50,000. Visit the ARPA Small Business Assistance webpage for more information. Expressions of Interest must be received by October 15, 2023.

Commercial Improvements Program

The Town of Clinton provides up to 85% of project cost to businesses that wish to make improvements to the exterior of their property- facade improvements, signs, awnings, architectural lighting, flower boxes, outdoor dining, painting and repointing, and accessibility improvements are eligible. Maximum award is $3,000. Contact the Community & Economic Development Office for more information.

Commercial Improvements Program Guidelines

Commercial Improvement Program Application

Property Owner Permission Form

Downtown Clinton Design Guidelines- Signage excerpt

Massachusetts Vacant Storefront Program

The Massachusetts Vacant Storefront Program provides a refundable state tax credit of up to $10,000 to businesses that occupy designated properties within Clinton's downtown district. Property Owners may also be eligible to apply for the credit. Contact the Community & Economic Development Office for more information.

Vacant Storefront District Map

List of Eligible Storefronts, as of June, 2023


Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce

Re-established in 2022, the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce supports members and the community with an array of benefits, programs and events.

Small Business Planning

Your business starts and grows with a plan! A business plan will help you identify your customers, assess your financial needs, map out your near future, and stake out the challenges and opportunities. The following regional resources will help you prepare a business plan at low- or no-cost. Contact the Community & Economic Development Office for more information.


Lending for Small Businesses

Small Businesses often encounter challenges when seeking the finances to start or grow.