Five Washington County Small Businesses Win Grants Totaling $25,000 from InRoads Credit Union Program
Yesterday, on behalf of InRoads Credit Union, Nathan Cox, President/CEO, awarded five small businesses a total of $25,000 in grants at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting. In partnership with Fiserv and the Chamber, InRoads awarded the following small businesses — all headquartered in Washington County — with grants:
- Antojitos y Panaderia La Oaxaquena, an authentic Oaxaqueña restaurant that brings the rich culinary heritage of Oaxaca, Mexico to Washington County, was awarded $10,000.
- DAnu Wines, a Pacific Northwest winemaker known for its artisanal wines crafted from locally sourced grapes, was awarded $5,000.
- Roasted by Mom Coffee, a woman-owned coffee roaster that emphasizes local ethical sourcing processes, was awarded $5,000.
- My Little Rainbow Child Care, a licensed home daycare facility offering child care and play experiences for ages up to 12, was awarded $2,500.
- Finnegan the Dragon, an in-class learning system focused on speech and language development through music, motion and interactive technology, was awarded $2,500.
Additionally, 20 other applicants received complimentary one-year Washington County Chamber memberships that will provide valuable networking and educational opportunities.
“Washington County is full of so many inspiring small businesses, making this decision that much harder,” said Cox. “These grants will surely make an impact and are just the beginning of our presence in the local small business community.”
To qualify for the grants, applicants had to submit videos showcasing their business and how they intend to use the money. These videos provided InRoads with knowledge about how each business contributes to the community, whether by enriching the cultural landscape, supporting local agriculture, or contributing to the education and development of young minds.
“We are grateful to InRoads Credit Union for their partnership and for helping our small businesses achieve success through these opportunities, said Deanna Palm, President/CEO, Washington County Chamber of Commerce. “We are thrilled to congratulate the grant award recipients and warmly welcome the new members to the Chamber community. Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant Washington County.”
About InRoads Credit Union
Proud to be a not-for-profit member-owned financial cooperative, InRoads Credit Union was established in 1938 and holds over $360 million in assets. The community focused organization contributed $138,853 to local nonprofits, community organizations and scholarships as well as nearly $16 million in small business loans in 2023. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, attends school, volunteers, or worships in Columbia, Clatsop, Cowlitz, Multnomah and Washington Counties, along with immediate family who are existing InRoads members. In addition to the incoming Hillsboro location, InRoads has locations in Scappoose, St. Helens and Rainier, Ore.
About the Washington County Chamber of Commerce
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce (WCCC) is a 501-C6 membership organization that serves the businesses of Washington County, Oregon. With over 825 members, the Chamber advocates for a vibrant regional economy and improves the community’s quality of life by strengthening our member businesses. The Washington County Chamber is the major community catalyst and convener, creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and sustainable business environment that encourages job growth, workforce development, and economic prosperity for all. The Chamber provides for a community of belonging. Learn more about the Washington County Chamber of Commerce at WashingtonCountyChamberOR.com.
About Fiserv
Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a Fortune 500 company, aspires to move money and information in a way that moves the world. As a global leader in payments and financial technology, the company helps clients achieve best-in-class results through a commitment to innovation and excellence in areas including account processing and digital banking solutions; card issuer processing and network services; payments; e-commerce; merchant acquiring and processing; and the Clover® cloud-based point-of-sale and business management platform. Fiserv is a member of the S&P 500® Index and has been recognized as one of Fortune® World’s Most Admired Companies™ for nine of the last 10 years. Visit fiserv.com and follow on social media for more information and the latest company news.