The DeWitt County Development Council has announced its latest cycle of grants for local small businesses. 

On the WHOW Morning Show Monday, DCDC Executive Director Curt Homann told the Hart Media Group that while they do not have exact dates yet, they are looking to give between $15,000 and $17,500 dollars to local businesses. He reminds that how much you receive depends on what the funds will be used for. 

Homann explains that they often try to keep the scope of these grants wide, so as not to box any business owners in or prevent them from applying. He notes that many of Clinton's businesses have benefited from this grant cycle in the past. 

The decision of how much money is awarded is up to a panel of judges. Homan recommends keeping the asks small, and adds that this grant cycle is focused on smaller projects.

The funds for these grants, specifically this year, have in part come from the Cities of Clinton and Farmer City. It is also funded by the DCDC's general fund, as well as contributions from local financial institutions. 

To learn more about the Micro Grants program from the DeWitt County Development Council, visit their website at dcdc.net or find them on Facebook.