LIAACC Delivery & Marketing Grant Funded by JumpSMART Downtown Revitalization

Suffolk County, N.Y. – November 17, 2025 – The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC) today announced an updated phase of its LIAACC Delivery & Marketing Grant, a program that provides small businesses in Suffolk County with free local delivery and targeted marketing support.

Funded through Suffolk County’s JumpSMART Small Business Downtown Investment Program, which is supported by federal dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the grant is designed to strengthen downtown business districts and help local merchants compete in an era dominated by e-commerce.

$125,000 in ARPA-Backed Support for Small Businesses

Through a partnership with Trellus Same-Day Local Delivery & Marketplace, LIAACC is distributing $125,000 in JumpSMART grant funding to eligible small businesses in Suffolk County. The program—known as the LIAACC Delivery Grant—provides up to $2,500 per business in delivery and marketing support, reaching as many as 40 small businesses across the county.

Grant recipients receive: Same-day local delivery services powered by Trellus • Paid digital advertising and marketing assets to promote delivery and pickup options • Onboarding and ongoing technical support to help businesses adopt new technology and integrate delivery into their operations

“The LIAACC Delivery Grant is a strategic response to the challenges our small businesses face in the digital economy,” said Phil Andrews, President of LIAACC. “By combining reliable local delivery with focused marketing support, we’re helping minority-owned businesses reach more customers, grow revenue, and stay rooted on our Main Streets.”

Advancing the Goals of JumpSMART and Downtown Revitalization

The LIAACC Delivery Grant directly aligns with Suffolk County’s JumpSMART Small Business Downtown Investment Program, which was launched to strengthen the vibrancy of local downtowns using ARPA funding. The county dedicated tens of millions of dollars from its federal COVID-19 allocation to projects that support economic recovery, small business growth, and the long-term health of Main Street commercial districts.

Growing Media Visibility and Regional Recognition

The success and impact of the LIAACC Delivery & Marketing Grant have drawn widespread media attention: • New York Trend NYC highlighted the program’s role in helping Suffolk County small businesses leverage delivery and digital tools as part of the JumpSMART investment in local downtowns. • Southeast Queens Scoop / Streetwise Digital News profiled how LIAACC secured $125,000 for Suffolk County businesses and emphasized the program’s importance for minority entrepreneurs navigating post-pandemic realities. • Patch featured the LIAACC Delivery Grant as part of a broader story on how LIAACC is “leading the chamber to new heights,” underscoring the grant’s alignment with JumpSMART and its focus on Main Street revitalization and minority-owned business resilience. • Additional online platforms, including BlackFacts and others, have further amplified awareness of the grant and its benefits to Suffolk County’s downtown business corridors.

How Eligible Businesses Can Apply

Small businesses located in Suffolk County and operating within eligible downtown areas are encouraged to apply for the LIAACC Delivery Grant.

Online Application: www.bytrellus.com/jumpsmart

Learn More: www.liaacc.org

About the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.: The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC) is the largest African American chamber of commerce in New York State. Its mission is to advance and promote economic development for businesses, advocate for responsive government and quality education, and support small business growth with a special emphasis on communities of African ancestry.

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Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Website: www.liaacc.org