The Lyons Community Foundation (LCF) is launching an emergency response fund to address the economic crisis affecting Lyons local businesses due to the COVID19 virus and the resulting business closures. In coordination with the St. Vrain Market (SVM), the "Lyons Share" fund is designed to provide immediate economic aid to local small businesses. The St. Vrain Market, deemed by local, state and federal government as an essential business and open daily, will initially seed this fund with a $10K contribution, matched by LCF. Funds will continue to accumulate through ongoing contributions from St. Vrain Market operating proceeds as well as private donations from individuals and organizations interested in contributing to the survival of Lyons businesses by donating to the fund through LCF. Economic aid grants of up to $1000 each will be made eligible to business with a registered Lyons business license. Funds may be used to pay rent, employees or other operating expenses. Applications are available at www.lyonscf.org. Deadline for the first round of submissions is April 20, with the first round of grants awarded on May 1. The Lyons Community Foundation and St. Vrain Market will continue to support Lyons-area critical human service needs through the food pantry and others avenues impacting those most vulnerable in our community. How can you help? Donate above Learn more about the Lyons Community Foundation If you wish to send a check, please mail your donation to: Lyons Community FoundationP.O. Box 546 Lyons, CO 80540Attn: LCF Lyons Share Fund