The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce is proud to serve as a community partner for the 2025 Comcast RISE program, an initiative that will award 100 small businesses in King County with a comprehensive grant package designed to provide critical marketing, technology, and financial resources.
As one of just five regions selected nationwide, King County businesses have a unique opportunity to access this transformational support. Each grant recipient will receive a tailored package that includes a $5,000 monetary grant, business coaching, creative production, media schedule support, education resources, and technology upgrades.
Applications open May 1 through May 31, 2025, and can be submitted online at www.ComcastRISE.com.
“We are thrilled to partner with Comcast to bring this opportunity to our small business community,” said Samantha Le, President & CEO of the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of the Success Foundation. “Small businesses are the heartbeat of our economy, and this investment provides vital tools to help them grow, innovate, and thrive—especially in communities like ours that are rich in diversity, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit.”
What’s Included in the Comcast RISE Grant Package:
- $5,000 Monetary Grant
- Technology Makeover: Computer equipment and 12 months of internet, voice, and cybersecurity services
- Creative Production: A professionally produced 30-second TV commercial
- Media Strategy & Schedule: 180-day linear media placement
- Education Resources: Access to entrepreneurship courses and small business learning modules
- Business Coaching: One-on-one consultation and business assessments
The Chamber will help amplify this opportunity and host informational sessions to guide eligible small business owners through the application process. We’re committed to ensuring South King County’s vibrant and diverse business community is well-represented among this year’s recipients. To learn more about eligibility requirements, click here: https://risegrants.ey.com/RISE/
