Optimum Business and the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce Announce Lifting Up Small Business Grants
25 businesses will be awarded a $5,000 grant to support the long-term success of small businesses in Lubbock, TX
Lubbock, TX (September 22, 2026) – Optimum Business, a leading provider of fiber internet, mobile and TV services, and the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, a leading advocate for business growth and economic development in Lubbock, today announce the founding of the Lifting up Small Business Grants in Lubbock. Through the program, Optimum Business is investing $125,000 directly into the Lubbock community to support 25 local small businesses, with each selected business receiving a $5,000 grant to contribute to its long-term success and the prosperity of the community it serves.
“Small businesses are the backbone of a thriving community, driving local jobs, innovation and economic growth,” said Amanda Seabaugh, Vice President and General Manager, Optimum. “At Optimum, we’re proud to invest $125,000 directly into the people and businesses that make Lubbock such a dynamic place to live and work. Through the Lifting Up Small Business Grants, we’re providing local entrepreneurs with meaningful support to help them grow, strengthen their businesses and continue making an impact in the community.”
“Small businesses are at the heart of Lubbock’s economy and are a driving force behind the growth and opportunity we see across our community,” said Nick Atwood, President and CEO of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. “We are incredibly grateful to partner with Optimum Business to provide meaningful financial support to 25 local businesses. These grants will give entrepreneurs the opportunity to invest in their businesses, pursue new opportunities and continue building a stronger Lubbock for years to come.”
The Lifting up Small Business Grants in Lubbock are made possible through the partnership between Founding Partner Optimum Business and Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. For more on the Lifting up Small Business in Lubbock, including submission requirements, official program rules, and how to submit, click here.
Grant recipients are expected to be announced this winter. Once the winners are announced, Optimum Business plans to host recognition events with local officials and key community partners joining in on the celebrations
Optimum continues to find new ways to deepen its community presence and connect its customers to what matters most, which includes supporting, understanding, and celebrating what makes each of its local communities unique. The Lifting up Small Businesses in Lubbock is a concrete example of this very commitment to customers and businesses in the community.