ADK Artrise in Saranac Lake is raising funds through Ignite! to revamp its retail space and update its online inventory system. (PHOTO CREDIT: ADK ARTRISE VIA ANCA WEBSITE)
SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA) in October relaunched its Ignite! program to address the challenge among local entrepreneurs of securing capital for small projects that would “make a substantial impact on their growth.”
Utilizing ANCA’s new website and updated crowdfunding platform, Ignite! is currently hosting project campaigns for two women-owned, creative businesses in Saranac Lake — Main Street Exchange and ADK ArtRise.
“Grants and financing for businesses are often designed for big projects that require large sums of money. The smaller projects that can really make a lasting impact for small…
