The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce, Thursday, announced Rush CPA & Associates, PLLC has donated $2,000 to the Atlantic Small Business Relief Fund. Chamber Director Bailey Smith said “We’re so thankful for Rush CPA & Associates, PLLC’s generous donation of $2,000 to the relief fund. They informed me that they have been fortunate that their business hasn’t suffered like many others in town and wanted to do their part to show support. It’s encouraging to see businesses coming forward and supporting other businesses in the community.”

The fund will be used to provide grants to local small businesses currently suffering economic hardship due to COVID-19. These funds are not intended to replace a loss of actual or anticipated revenue, but to provide businesses with funds to keep them viable during this public health crisis.

Applications will be available beginning Monday, May 11^th at 9 AM on www.atlanticiowa.com and will close Friday, May 15^th at 12 PM. Grants will range between $500 – $2,500. To apply, businesses must have a 50022 zip-code. Atlantic Chamber of Commerce membership for participation is not required, though preference will be given to current members and/or businesses that have not received State and/or Federal funds previously. Applications will be reviewed by a committee and awarded pending availability of funds.

To help as many businesses as possible, if you are interested in donating to the fund, contact the Chamber at 712-243-3017, email chamber@atlanticiowa.com or mail donations to 102 Chestnut St., Atlantic, IA 50022.