The RISE Grant Fund

The Restaurant & Industry Support for Economic Sustainability (RISE) Grant Fund supports food and beverage business recovery from the recent 2023 flood which impacted many businesses throughout the state. Funds will be dispersed to provide direct financial aid to Vermont food and beverage businesses for the purposes of rebuilding and recovering from damage and losses suffered due to recent flooding. Grant applications will be reviewed by an Advisory Committee with representatives from the Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Vermont Independent Restaurants. Donations will make a meaningful difference for small business owners severely impacted by this record-breaking flood and preserve the heart of our Vermont communities.