From a home inspection company to an ice cream shop, small businesses owners in Radcliff are showing the power of working together.
More than 150 businesses are part of the Radcliff Small Business Alliance.
The organization held its first fundraising gala this month to give back to the community. Matthew Smith, who owns 2 Vets Inspections and is the president of the alliance, said the gala raised a total of $40,000.
Smith said local businesses bought tables, tickets, and participated in an auction to raise the money.
Michelle Mitchell opened her Family Fun Ice Cream Parlor about seven years ago in Radcliff.
She said the alliance provides opportunities for all different types of businesses to help each other and learn from one another, which is something she’s thankful for as a business owner.
A chunk of the money from the gala is being turned into checks for organizations like Reaching Every Child, which received $10,000. The money will be used for the nonprofit’s new youth center opening soon off Lincoln Trail Blvd.
Administrators with Reaching Every Child said because of events like this, they feel community partners are truly seeing their vision to provide a place for kids.
Family Scholar House also received a check for $7,000 and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College received a check for $3,000 to go toward a business scholarship.
Also with the funds raised, the Radcliff Small Business Alliance plans to host free quarterly seminars for people looking to open their own business in the community. It will be a place to ask questions, network, and learn from current business owners.
Source: WDRB
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