Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and they deserve our support now more than ever. Synchrony has fueled small business growth for decades and has furthered that commitment with the launch of a new program designed to help local establishments recover and grow. This comprehensive program includes funding of small business grants through community organizations, access to customizable digital tools, and consulting expertise for small business owners throughout the United States.
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Through the Synchrony Foundation, the company is committing $5 million in support to national community organizations that help small businesses. A portion of that is going to Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), a national community development organization, which will provide emergency grants to minority- and women- owned businesses.
Synchrony will connect small businesses with resources including expert advice on topics like digital marketing and building loyalty, deep research and insights on market trends and how to navigate the new and ever evolving business environment. For Synchrony’s partners, customers, and healthcare providers, the company also has tools and APIs to facilitate digital transformation.
Today, Synchrony partners with nearly one million small businesses, including those in the home, retail, and auto industries, as well as healthcare providers – from veterinarians to dentists to physicians. With a new digital resource center called, Synchrony Connect for Small Business the company is making it easier than ever for small business leaders to access the support and advice they need to recover and thrive.
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