Starting in May, five business walks were conducted in nine locations around Benicia to gauge how businesses are coping and with COVID-19 and to learn how the City can better assist them.
DoorDash Local Business Disaster Relief Fund, in partnership with Hello Alice, is offering grants of $5,000 to $15,000 to local small businesses facing disaster-related challenges. These funds may be used for a wide variety of needs, including rent, equipment, supplies, and payroll.