Applications are open for the annual Warren County Economic Development Small Business Grant Contest, offering $20,000 in grant funds towards existing businesses and start-ups. Warren County Economic Development Executive Director Rachel Gocken tells KNIA News the grants are for expenses that can grow the business substantially.

“This is a great opportunity for businesses to look at their wish list that would help them ramp up what they do. Whether that is offering additional products or services, maybe it is training or marketing, that sort of thing. A lot of times businesses will use it for equipment that can help them grow their sales.”

Hear the full interview below.

https://www.kniakrls.com/2025/08/08/lets-talk-indianola-wced-small-business-grant-contest/