InRoads Credit Union Offering $25,000 in Grants to Columbia County Small Businesses

ST. HELENS, Ore. — September 23, 2025 — Columbia County small businesses have a new opportunity for funding support. InRoads Credit Union is launching a small business grant program for the community this fall, giving local entrepreneurs the chance to apply for one of 11 grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. In total, $25,000 in funding will be awarded.

Applications are due online (here) by Nov. 15 and must meet the following criteria:

• Business must be located and registered to do business in Columbia County.
• Generate annual gross income of less than $1 million.
• Maintain a minimum of one year in business tenure.

“We currently provide a wide variety of products and services to small businesses in Columbia County and have a pulse on their needs,” said Nathan Cox, President/CEO, InRoads Credit Union. “These grants are another example of our ongoing commitment to the communities we serve. Whether they’re used to invest in software to improve efficiency, update equipment or cover part-time wages, the impact will be meaningful”

To further its commitment, InRoads will waive all small business loan origination fees from Sept. 15 through Nov. 15 in Columbia, Clatsop, Cowlitz, Multnomah and Washington Counties.

“Our goal is to remove as many barriers as possible for local business owners. By waiving loan origination fees for small business loans and offering grants, we can support small businesses as they continue to create jobs, strengthen neighborhoods and fuel economic growth,” said Cox.

InRoads has supported local businesses for more than 50 years through loans, partnerships and community programs.

For more information or to apply, visit: inroadscu.org/2025-small-business-grant

About InRoads Credit Union

Proud to be a not-for-profit member-owned financial cooperative, InRoads Credit Union was established in 1938 and holds over $360 million in assets. The community focused organization contributed nearly $160,000 to local nonprofits and community organizations in 2024, while also loaning nearly $6.4 million to small businesses. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, attends school, volunteers, or worships in Columbia, Clatsop, Cowlitz, Multnomah, and Washington Counties, along with immediate family who are existing InRoads members. In addition to its new Hillsboro location, InRoads has locations in Scappoose, St. Helens, and Rainier, Ore.