
Durham Small Business Tool Reimbursement Grant
In partnership with The Samuel Dubois Cook Center of Social Equity at Duke University, CSBDF is proud to offer the Durham Small Business Tool Reimbursement Grant aimed at supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs.


How It Works:
Complete a quick assessment and get a 25 gift card (first 150 businesses).​​
Enroll in a recommended CSBDF Vivid Digital Classroom course. ​
03/ Enter the Grant Pool
Complete steps 1 and 2 to qualify for a $500 reimbursement for business tools or services (50 businesses selected by lottery).​
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Eligible Expenses:
Quickbooks, marketing, CPA services, memberships, and more.
Bonus:
Complete the exit survey for an extra $50 gift card.
Selection Date TBD, Don't Miss Out!
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the $500 reimbursement, your business must:
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Be located in Durham, NC
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Complete the Business Needs Assessment
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Complete at least one course on our CSBDF VIVID Digital Classroom
How It Works
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Once you complete the required steps, your business enters the grant lottery (50 businesses selected)
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The grant reimburses up to $500 in eligible business expenses
If Selected, You Must Provide:
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​Course Completion Certificate
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Receipt of payment for services paid (current year)
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ACH Form and voided check from business bank account (no personal accounts)
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Completed W-9 form via DocuSign​
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Make sure all documents are submitted before reimbursement is proccessed.