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Business Journals
06-05-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Comcast RISE returns to support local small businesses in 5 regions with latest round of grants
Comcast announced a new round of businesses in five regions, including Seattle, will receive grants through Comcast RISE, providing 100 local small businesses with comprehensive packages that include a technology makeover, creative production, a media schedule, educational resources, a $5,000 monetary grant and business consultation services. Beginning May 1, and through May 31, eligible businesses in Boston, Massachusetts; Grand Rapids, Michigan; Nashville, Tennessee; Seattle, Washington; and South Valley, Utah, can apply for a grant package at A total of 100 grants per region, or 500 grants overall, will be announced in August, bringing the number of recipients to date to 14,500. expand 'Small businesses play a crucial role in fostering vibrant and resilient local communities and are the engines of innovation and job creation in our neighborhoods,' said Regan Yeldell, executive director of Comcast RISE. "Comcast RISE is proud to support these businesses, offering the tools and opportunities they need to grow and thrive." Grant packages include: Technology Makeover – Computer equipment and Internet, voice and cybersecurity services for 12 months (Taxes and other fees may apply for tech makeover services.) Creative Production and Media – Professionally produced 30-second TV commercial, plus a media strategy consultation and a 180-day linear media schedule (Taxes and other fees may apply for production and media services.) Education Resources – Twelve-month access to online entrepreneurship courses, learning modules and resources for small business owners Monetary Grant – $5,000 Coaching Sessions – Business assessment and coaching that provides business owners with recommendations on how to help grow their businesses In addition, any small business owner or Xfinity customer can visit the Comcast RISE destination on X1 featuring aggregated small business news, tips, insights and more. X1 customers can say 'Comcast RISE' into the Voice Remote. Comcast RISE is part of Project UP, the company's $1 billion commitment to create digital opportunity through programs and community partnerships that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility, and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers and creators.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Comcast RISE to Award $3 Million in Grants to 100 Local Small Businesses in the Wasatch Front
SALT LAKE CITY, UT / / April 14, 2025 / Today, Comcast announced that it will award comprehensive grant packages to 100 small business owners in the Wasatch Front. These grants are part of a program to support the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs committed to uplifting their local communities. Each grant package includes a robust array of support, including a technology makeover, creative production, a media schedule, educational resources, a $5,000 monetary grant, and business consultation services. Between May 1 and May 31, eligible small businesses in Bluffdale, City of Draper, Herriman City, Riverton, Sandy City, South Jordan, City of West Jordan, and White City can apply for the Comcast RISE program at Grant packages will include: TECHNOLOGY MAKEOVER - Computer equipment and Internet, Voice, and Cybersecurity services for 12 months. (Taxes and other fees may apply for tech makeover services.) CREATIVE PRODUCTION & MEDIA - Professionally produced 30-second TV commercial, plus a media strategy consultation and a 180-day linear media schedule. (Taxes and other fees may apply for production and media services.) EDUCATION RESOURCES- 12-month access to online entrepreneurship courses, learning modules and resources for small business owners. MONETARY GRANT - $5,000 monetary grant. COACHING SESSIONS - Business assessment and coaching that provides business owners with recommendations on how to help grow their businesses. Wasatch Front, Utah is one of five regions where 100 local businesses will receive Comcast RISE grants, including Boston, Grand Rapids, Mich., Nashville, Tenn., and Seattle. The 500 total recipients will join the 14,000 entrepreneurs nationwide who have been supported through Comcast RISE since the program launched in 2020. "Among the many things we all love about Utah is our vibrant small businesses and Comcast's commitment to supporting them," said J.D. Keller, senior vice president of Comcast's Mountain West Region. "The Comcast RISE program will deliver innovative and impactful resources that will make a lasting impact on small businesses in Utah. Supporting small businesses is crucial for economic development and ensuring that the backbone of our communities can thrive." "The Comcast RISE program was everything I needed during a time of uncertainty and loss," said Tenisha Hicks, owner of Isha Recovery and Sculpt and former Comcast RISE recipient. "Having a way to help boost my business and ensure that patients can find me was a blessing, one that keeps giving to this day. I am so grateful for the Comcast RISE program and hope that it can help other businesses in the future because it certainly helped mine." Comcast RISE is part of Project UP, the company's comprehensive initiative to create digital opportunity and help build a future of unlimited possibilities. More information on eligibility requirements and details on how to apply are available at Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq:CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit for more information. Contact Details Deneiva Knight+1 520-345-9792deneiva_knight@ Company Websitehttps:// SOURCE: Comcast Utah View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
