Wildfire348's Red-Hot Growth Plans Get Sparked by Elevate Grant Funding
Amidst the vibrant energy of Crawfordsville, Wildfire348, a beloved local pizza eatery, is poised to blaze an even brighter trail with a significant financial boost. The restaurant has secured a $20,000 Elevate Small Business Grant from the esteemed Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, igniting ambitious expansion plans and unlocking new realms of opportunity. This grant, facilitated by Hoosier Heartland State Bank (HHSB), will provide the much-needed boost for Wildfire348 to expand its operations and venture into the wholesale food market.
Kelli and Jeff Green, the passionate owners of Wildfire348, embarked on their culinary journey in 2019, building their first wood-fired pizza oven on the back of a trailer. What started as a food truck serving delectable woodfire pizzas at local farmer's markets, festivals, and weddings, quickly evolved into a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Crawfordsville in 2022.
With an unwavering belief in the power of entrepreneurship, Kelli and Jeff Green recognized the potential for Wildfire348 to make a significant impact on the local business landscape. Their ambitious plans for expansion and entry into the wholesale food market required additional resources, and that's where HHSB stepped in to lend a helping hand.
"At HHSB, we believe small businesses are the foundations of our communities," said Brad Monts, HHSB president and CEO. "This collaboration provides Wildfire348 not only financial support but also mentorship and guidance to ensure they maximize their potential."
The Elevate Small Business Grant program, designed to assist the growth and development of small businesses, their workforce, and the communities in which they operate, has proven to be a game-changer for Wildfire348. With the grant funds, the Green family plans to increase their freezer storage capacity to meet state requirements, purchase a heat seal wrapping unit for proper food-safe storage, invest in a portable freezer to facilitate deliveries and sales calls and seek one-on-one coaching from successful restaurant owners.
"We can't wait to take our business to the next level," said Kelli Green, co-owner of Wildfire348. "My husband Jeff and I believe in the power of entrepreneurship and are excited about the impact this partnership will have on the local business landscape. We are grateful to HHSB for supporting the growth of woman-owned businesses within our community."
The collaboration between Wildfire348 and HHSB exemplifies the importance of fostering strong partnerships within the community. By leveraging the resources and expertise of financial institutions like HHSB, small businesses can access the support they need to thrive and contribute to the economic vitality of the region.
As Wildfire348 embarks on this exciting new chapter, their story serves as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and a testament to the resilience and determination of small business owners.
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