Mamdani announces $1.5 million in funding to support small businesses across Queens

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the city’s Department of Small Business Services (SBS) have announced over $8.4 million in funding for dozens of community-based organizations across the city to increase foot traffic and help support small businesses throughout the five boroughs, including $1.5 million in funding for 17 different organizations in Queens.

Mamdani and SBS Commissioner Kenny Minaya announced the move Monday afternoon, stating that the grants would help uplift small businesses and create cleaner, more vibrant neighborhoods.