NJEDA to Host In-Person & Virtual Information Sessions for Upcoming Route 80 Grant Program

NJEDA Board approved the new program today

TRENTON, N.J. (April 9, 2025) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA) will host several information sessions for small business owners interested in the Route 80 Business Assistance Grant Program. The grant program will support small businesses in Morris County that have experienced a decline in revenue due to the lane closures on Route 80 caused by the ongoing sinkhole repairs. The NJEDA Board approved the program today during its monthly meeting and the Authority expects to open applications later this month.

WHAT:            The Route 80 Business Assistance Grant Program will provide grants ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 to businesses and non-profits located in close proximity to Route 80’s Exit 34, the epicenter of the sinkholes causing traffic disruptions. The Authority will host in-person and virtual information sessions for businesses owners to learn more about the program’s eligibility requirements and application process.

WHO:              Eligible applicants include small businesses and non-profits that have up to 50 full-time employees. Businesses must be located in Morris County and within a five-mile radius of Route 80’s Exit 34. Applicants must also certify a negative financial impact of at least $1,000 for the first quarter of 2025.

WHEN:           In-person Session:
Monday, April 14, 2025 – 5:00 p.m.
Wharton Municipal Building
10 Robert Street
Wharton, N.J.
*Business owners are encouraged, but not required, to bring a laptop or tablet to the in-person session to ensure proper access to the application portal.

The SBA’s Business Recovery Center is also located at the Wharton Municipal Building, where business owners can receive information about federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Virtual Sessions:
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 – 10:00 a.m.
Click here to join.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 – 6:00 p.m.
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For more information about the Route 80 Business Assistance Grant Program click here.

To learn more about NJEDA resources for businesses, call NJEDA Customer Care at 844-965-1125 or visit https://www.njeda.gov and follow @NewJerseyEDA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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