Apply for a Grant! Web Design in Scranton

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What best describes you? *I am a Non-Profit OrganizationI am a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

We understand you are lightworkers who need some help?

If your non-profit organization needs a website, you can apply for a grant from Machi-Systems, a Scranton web design company. We do a few gratis projects each year for select organizations. If your organization is not chosen for a grant, we provide work at a reduced rate to all non-profits. Please contact us for more information.

Having a high-quality, highly functional website will give your organization an online edge that you won’t get with one built by a non-professional volunteer. We can build you something that will facilitate your organization’s strategies/practices and provide a powerful donation system so that your supporters to contribute 24/7.

You must be a valid 501(3)C and your organization must be approved by Machi-Systems. Please submit the form below, and we will get back to you with an answer ASAP. If you are chosen for a grant, we will arrange a “kickoff” meeting either in person or over the phone.

Starting a business is tough, maybe we can help?

NORTHERN TIER'S DIGITAL INITIATIVE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES: GET CONNECTED

The Northern Tier Regional Planning & Development Commission (NTRPDC), in association with Machi-Systems, a leading web solutions provider, is thrilled to introduce the Get Connected initiative. This powerful collaboration with the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (PA DCED) and Northern Tier Partnership for Regional Economic Performance (PREP) aspires to bolster businesses in Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, and Wyoming Counties.

Funded by a significant grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) under the CARES Act, we're on a mission to amplify your online presence. Eligible businesses must have been in operation for at least a year and have fewer than 100 employees.

Enrich Your Business Online:

Web Development: Launch or revamp your website and delve into e-commerce opportunities.
Social Media Mastery: Extend your reach and excel in customer engagement.
Financial Assistance: We shoulder the initial costs! Only subsequent expenses such as domain registration and hosting fall on you.

Steps to Join the Initiative:

Submit Your Request:
- Access our official request form.
- When prompted with the question "How did you hear about this program?", make sure to select or specify "Machi-Systems".
- Fill out the remaining sections of the form.
Machi-Systems Collaboration: After your submission, our partners at Machi-Systems, in collaboration with WordPress platforms, will guide you to top-tier web solutions tailored for your business.
Engagement: Await our tailored follow-up for an in-depth discussion on your specific needs and goals.
Dive into Digital: Embark on one of the customized programs, fine-tuned by the Machi-Systems platforms, an Oracle partner.

Don't delay! Ensure you submit your request form promptly.

For any queries, reach out to your SBDC representative or contact Cynthia Traore at Traore@northerntier.org or (570) 265-1534.

PDF Flyer Get Connected Spring Flyer

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Get Connect Program: Special Consideration Form

Note: This form is specifically for individuals who do not fit into the standard service areas of the Get Connect program. If your service area isn't covered or you have unique requirements, please provide detailed information so we can assist you better.

Starting a business is tough, maybe we can help?

LACKAWANNA COLLEGE RALLY FOR RESTAURANTS: E-COMMERCE EDITION

Lackawanna College, in collaboration with Machi-Systems, an early-stage Scranton web design company, has been awarded a $150,000 CARES Technology Assistance Grant to support an initiative that will create e-commerce solutions for struggling Scranton restaurants. This funding will be used to support 36 restaurants in the Lackawanna College Rally for Restaurants: E-commerce Edition presented by the Venture Lab. Participants in the program will be able to:

Launch websites
Create online ordering systems
Receive training on how to use digital media to boost sales

Restaurants that complete the program will receive one year of ongoing and cost-free tech support through the Lackawanna College Venture Lab for marketing, online ordering, social media, and the restaurant’s website.

These funds are awarded to the city through the Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program from the Housing and Urban Development Administration (HUD).

Participants can choose one of two programs powered by the WordPress and Machi-Systems platforms, an Oracle partner.

PDF Flyer Rally for Restaurants: E-Commerce Edition

PDF Flyer Rally for Restaurants: By Appointment Only Edition

First Name *

Last Name *

Foundation Name *

Business Name *

Email Address *

Street Address *

Apartment, suite, etc *

City *

ZIP / Postal Code *

Phone Number *

Is there an existing website *YesNo

Non-Profit Website URL: *

Business Website URL: *

Are you using web analytics or cookies on your website? *YesNo

Is your domain registered? *YesNo

Domain Name *

Desired Domain Name *

Tell us About your Business *0 / 180

What services does your organization provide for the community *0 / 180

Does product/pricing exist online? *YesNo

During the past two years, what have your online sales been? *$0 - $500 Per Month$500 - $1500 Per Month$1500 - $5000 Per Month$5000+ Per Month

Are you using a third-party e-commerce platform? Example firms include Shopify, Etsy, Grubhub? *YesNo

Does the business have all applicable licenses/registrations to sell in interstate commerce? *YesNoNot Applicable

Is your small business considered a disadvantaged business enterprise? (Women Owned, Minority Owned, Veteran Owned, Disabled Veteran Owned) *YesNo

Is you business considered a family business or passed-down from prior generations? *YesNo

Has the business been in existence for more than 2 years? *YesNo

Does the business have sales or revenue prior to the pandemic? *YesNo

Has the business remained open during the pandemic? *YesNo

Has the business applied for an SBA CARES Act loan? *YesNo

Has the business applied for a PPP loan under the CARES Act? *YesNo

How many employees were employed prior to the pandemic? Note: Please report employees as Full-Time Equivalents (FTE) or workers that work 40+ hours per week. For example, two employees working 20 hours per week is equal to one FTE. *

How many employees are employed currently? *

What was your average monthly revenue prior to the pandemic? *

What is your average monthly revenue in the last 6 months? *

What percent of your sales did you lose due to the pandemic? *

What Point of Sales (POS) system do you currently use (if any)? *

Do you currently use social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter) to market your business? *YesNo

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Here's what humans are sayin' about us...

“During the pandemic, my business was fortunate enough to get a grant for a free website. It looks great, but I’m not sure what to do next. Thanks to Machi-Systems, I’ll be able to use this awesome website without worrying about the complexity of WordPress or other web builders.”

“Machi-Systems showed us step-by-step how to build our very own website. That changed everything. We got many compliments on how wonderful our site looks. Our customers love it and how easy it is to place an order.”

I was given the opportunity to have a free website for my business. Machi-Systems was a joy to work with on designing my website. They were professional and I love the way my site looks... I was also shown how to be able to update the site myself in the future.

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