Office of Commissioner Keon Hardemon Submission Manager

There are presently no open calls for submissions.

All Applications Must be Submitted Online

Business must be in District 3

The business must be a for-profit business

In operation for at least 2 consecutive years

Must have less than 7 full-time employees

A physical address is required. PO Boxes are not accepted.

All Supporting documentation must be provided

W-9
County and Municipal Local Business Tax Certificate (LBT)
Applicable licenses ( Cosmatology, Food Service, etc)
Copy of Sunbiz
Business Photos
Receipts for eligible purchases beginning January 1, 2025, through March 24, 2025

Step 1: Identify Your County Commissioner

Visit the "Meet Your Commissioners" page: https://www.miamidade.gov/commission/
Enter your address in the "Who is my Commissioner?" box.
Ensure your commissioner is Keon Hardemon (District 3). If not, apply through your specific commissioner's program.

Step 2: Capture Your Business's Shine: Photo Submissions

Must include photos of the interior and exterior (include building number to reflect the business address)
Include product shots and capture the atmosphere, team, and customers.
Feature customer testimonials, volunteer activities, or relevant initiatives
Highlight your unique selling proposition and community involvement.
Use a variety of angles and perspectives to keep it engaging.

Step 3: Obtain a Current Government-Issued Photo ID

Visit your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
For ID information, visit: https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/newdl/
Provide a copy of a valid picture ID (Driver’s License or State ID) of the Owner or President (as listed on Sunbiz).

Step 4: Verify Your Business License

Please ensure you have a current LBT and provide copies for the last two fiscal years (2023 and 2024) and the current year (2025).
All Miami-Dade County businesses require a Local Business Tax Receipt (LBT). For more information, visit: Local Business Tax Receipt
You may also need a separate LBT license if your business is in a municipality. Check these links:.
City of Miami: https://www.miami.gov/Business-Licenses
Miami Shores Village: https://www.msvfl.gov/BusinessTaxReceipts
El Portal (contact directly)
If exempt, providing official documentation is required.

IF YOUR BUSINESS DOES NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED BUSINESS TAX LICENSE (LBT/BTR), YOUR BUSINESS WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE

Step 5: Obtain a Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)

Step 6: Verify Your Business Registration

Your business must be registered with the state of Florida on SunBiz.
Check your registration status: https://dos.myflorida.com/sunbiz/search/
Submit a copy of your active State of Florida Corporation and/or Fictitious Name. In addition, a FEIN # must be listed on the Sunbiz printout if the business is incorporated. If not, provide a copy of the business IRS letter 147c or SS4 (showing business FEIN #).

Step 7: Are you a Miami-Dade employee and/ or Board Appointee?

An elected official, Government Board Appointmentee, and/or Miami-Dade County employee must get written approval from the Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics stating no conflict of interest.
Miami Dade County Employees must include proof of approval from the Department Director for outside employment through INFORMS.

Step 8: Eligible Funding Uses

Submit supporting documentation, such as expense receipts or proof of payment, demonstrating expenditures equal to the requested grant amount. These documents must be dated from "January 1 to March 24, 2025."

ELIGIBLE USE OF FUNDING:

• Inventory / Supplies

• Business Equipment

• Marketing / Advertising

• Liability Insurance

• Minor Interior / Exterior Renovations

• Security System (for commercial properties only)

• Work Vehicle (pick-up truck or cargo van) must be registered in the business name

• Professional Services (Accounting, Business Training, Seminars, and events)

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