Titusville Community Development Agencies

Since we are wrapping up our first store spotlight with Gage & Kayla of G&K Design, we wanted to share some neat facts about their business. Did you know it can... take up to 2 weeks to finish a custom epoxy tumbler??? Depending on the design and how many layers it requires of epoxy. Each layer of epoxy has to cure for 12 hours and some tumblers require 5-6 layers. The max amount of tumblers they do at a time is 12, so if you want one for a gift or just want a cool new cup for yourself, make sure you get your order placed in plenty of time! Custom Tumblers are a HOT item for this dynamic duo! Check out their Facebook page or stop in the store to see more of their custom products!

Excited to officially announce Fat Chad’s!!

We had a wonderful afternoon visiting with U.S. Congressman Kelly!

DEP Offering Grants to Small Businesses and Farmers The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced the availability of $1 million in grant funding to Pennsylvania small businesses and farmers for energy efficiency, pollution prevention, and natural resource protection projects through the Small Business Advantage grant program. New to the program this year is the opportunity for farmers to install solar pumping systems for their agricultural operatio...ns. Pennsylvania is committed to assisting those small business owners who want to become energy efficient, increase their profitability, and help the environment, said DEP Secretary Patrick McDonnell. This funding will support projects designed to reduce operating costs and boost competitiveness, while simultaneously protecting the environment. Eligible projects include adopting or acquiring equipment or processes that reduce energy use or pollution. Examples of eligible projects are HVAC and boiler upgrades, high-efficiency LED lighting, solvent recovery and waste recycling systems, and auxiliary power units deployed as anti-idling technology for trucks. Last year, 233 small businesses were awarded grants for their projects. Natural resource protection projects may include planting riparian buffers, installation of streambank fencing to keep livestock out of streams, and investing in agricultural storm water management projects, with the goal of reducing sediment and nutrient loads in our waterways. We are excited to expand the program to help lower energy bills through the use of solar energy, McDonnell said. Encouraging businesses to embrace alternative energy projects helps clean our air, reduces greenhouse gases, and give small business owners a sense of satisfaction on making smart choices. Pennsylvania-based small business owners with 100 or fewer full-time equivalent employees are eligible. Projects must save the business a minimum of $500 and 25 percent annually in energy consumption, or pollution related expenses. Businesses can apply for 50 percent matching funds of up to $7,000 to adopt or acquire energy-efficient or pollution prevention equipment or processes. Only costs incurred between July 1, 2020, and June 30, 2021 are eligible. Applications will be considered on a first come, first served basis, and will be accepted until fiscal year 2020-21 funds are exhausted or April 12, 2021, whichever occurs first. All applications must be submitted through the Commonwealth’s Single Application for Assistance website. Printed, faxed, and mailed applications are not accepted. The complete grant application package, which includes step-by-step instructions and instructional videos for completing the online application, is available by visiting the DEP Small Business Advantage Grant website. https://www.dep.pa.gov//Small%20Business%20Advantage%20Gra

Who's ready for a good cup of coffee??? Maybe a smoothie or an Acai Bowl? We are so excited to announce that on September 1st you'll be able to get all those... things from Coffee Days, located inside the Merc!! They will be open from 6 AM - 2 PM, Monday through Saturday. So spread the news and get excited! See more

We are just beginningplease come grow with us! The Mercantile offers a neutral atmosphere to accelerate the growth and success of new businesses. We have store...s available for rent. Each is a 12x12 store, designed with you in mind! The slats and wire on the wall allow you to take advantage of every nook and cranny. Our restaurant provides an additional attraction to this already unique space. We are available to show you around and answer any questions you may have. Please call our office, (814) 827-3668.