NASE Growth Grant winners* are chosen each month and are awarded up to $4,000 to support the growth of their business. The Growth Grant money is used to help grow small businesses by providing extra capital to hire and train additional employees, take up new marketing initiatives, purchase new equipment and many other creative ways to improve businesses.
Dr. Susan Fife, a NASE Member from Brookville, Ohio was awarded a NASE Growth Grant in September 2020. Dr. Susan Fife is a 1996 graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. K9 Splash Zone is a 14 acre fully fenced facility where dog’s can enhance their jumping and swimming, receive water therapy or just enjoy all the fun associated with being a dog!
Awarded Q3 2020
Evan Christensen, an NASE Member from Arvada, Colorado was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in August 2020. Radiant Design, Ltd. designs and engineers technology systems that incorporate audio-video (AV), lighting, window coverings, and smart home components into a seamless, tailored experience for high-end residences and businesses of all sizes.
Austen Lincoln, an NASE Member from Portland, Oregon was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in July 2020. Austen is an expert in typical and atypical movement and motor development, specializing in children from birth to 5 years old. Steps 2 Grow provides in-home occupational therapy, one-on-one virtual consults and online courses.
Heather Fischer, an NASE Member from Niles, Illinois was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in June 2020. Creative Fish Design is a graphic design company that specializes in branding, web development, presentations, and online marketing.
Awarded Q2 2020
Catina Downey, an NASE Member from Henrico, Virginia was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in May 2020. Catina Downey, CPA, PLLC is a multi-service accounting company who provide trainings, tax preparations, retirement planning, personal finances and business services.
Robert Lecuyer, an NASE Member from Fort Worth, Texas was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in April 2020. Lecuyer Aviation provides supply chain support to the government, military and commercial entities for manufactured parts, components, assemblies, and finished products.
Janie Nafsinger, an NASE Member from Nampa, Idaho was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in March 2020. Idaho Fudge Company offers Artisan Fudge that lives by our motto and pledge, "The Finer Side of Fudge."
Awarded Q1 2020
Anna Gieselman, an NASE Member from Austin, Texas was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in February 2020. Bee Amour is a small artisan jewelry company with bee inspired pieces in over a dozen stores in several states and growing.
Amanat Anand, an NASE Member from Trenton, Brooklyn, New York was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in January 2020. SoaPen is a portable soap that marks on hands to promote thorough and regular hand washing with soap among children.
Joey Preston, an NASE Member from Yorkville, Illinois was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in December 2019. Digital Performance specializes in creating unique digital experiences designed to help businesses grow their presence online and achieve their goals.
Awarded Q4 2019
William Ursprung, an NASE Member from San Antonio, Texas was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in November 2019. Express Chiropractic makes getting regular chiropractic care fast, affordable and easy, whether contending with chronic conditions or seeking chiropractic care for improving health, ECW provides the services you need.
Dylan Hoffman, an NASE Member from Columbus, Ohio was awarded an NASE Growth Grant in October 2019. Cova Cowork focuses on creating awesome & holistic working experiences for their members. They provide thoughtful shared workspaces and curated lifestyle services, including onsite childcare and professional development support.
NASE Growth Grants are awarded at the sole discretion of NASE. Unfortunately, not everyone who applies will receive a grant.Decisions of the selection committee are final and are not subject to appeal. No application feedback will be given.
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