Business & Tech

Concord Businesses Compete to Win $250,000

More than 20 small businesses so far are in the running for one of 12 grants to be awarded by Chase and LivingSocial to help small businesses across the United States.

America's small businesses are racing against the clock this week for enough votes to be considered for a hefty prize. 

Chase and LivingSocial have teamed up to offer 12 separate grants of $250,000 to a range of small businesses across the country, and Concord has 22 businesses in the running.

Those that wish to be considered for the money must collect at least 250 votes by June 30. Business are required to register with Mission: Small Business to enter the competition.

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As of Monday evening, 22 Concord businesses were participating in the contest, and some were close to the 250-vote goal. Natural Candy Store had already reached it, with 271 votes, and The Chamber Link was close with 235 votes. Other top scorers included Encore Gym, at 151 votes and East Bay Sports Academy with 148.

To vote, visit https://www.missionsmallbusiness.com, then log in using Facebook. Scroll down to the "Vote Local" section, and enter the city and state using the drop-down menus.

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The grants "are intended to help up to 12 small businesses grow by expanding, upgrading equipment, or improving a product or service."

A panel of business executives will review those that get enough votes to decide who will receive the grants.

Grant recipients will be announced in September. 

Which Concord business would you vote for to win a $250,000 grant? Let us know in the comments.


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