The Greater Dallas County Development Alliance announced the launch of its small business grant fund, a new initiative focused on supporting local entrepreneurship and small business to stimulate economic growth. With an annual funding pool of $10,000, the grant aims to provide financial support to small businesses. Small businesses operating in a Dallas County community are encouraged to apply. Comprehensive eligibility criteria and application instructions are available on the Alliance’s website dallascounty-ia.org. The application window is open and closes on May 30. “The Alliance’s Board of Directors recognizes that small business is the lifeblood of every city in Dallas County, and is pleased to be able to offer support to emerging and innovative business growth ideas.” said Rachel Wacker, executive director of the Greater Dallas County Development Alliance.