Apply for a grant for your small business storefront

Only businesses located on Geary St (between Jones St to Polk St) and on Folsom St (between 6th St to 12th St) are eligible for this grant program. 

Your business must:

• Have a business located in a ground floor storefront space that is open to the public 
• Have less than $5M in gross revenue on your most recent tax return
• Have 24 months or more remaining on your lease OR, have been in operation for more than 20 years

NOTE: Businesses that have previously received SF Shines funding may not be eligible or may only be eligible for a reduced grant amount.

We will ask you to upload receipts or estimates with your application that show the cost of your project.

• For design services, submit an invoice from a licensed architect, graphic designer or interior designer
• For equipment, or furniture or construction materials submit receipts or estimates including model numbers and prices
• Estimates and receipts must be dated July 1st 2024 or later 
• if you have questions about our requirements for receipts and estimates please email oewd@sfgov.org or call 415-554-6969

NOTE:  ADA and accessibility furniture and equipment are not covered under this grant. To be reimbursed for the above apply for the ADA Barrier Removal Grant.

NOTE: Shared Spaces projects are not covered under this grant. Read information about Shared Spaces compliance

We will ask you for:

• Your Business Account Number (BAN). If you don't know it, you can look it up. 
• Your gross revenue from your most recent tax return
• Number of full-time and part-time employees

We will email you a confirmation. 
 

We will email you within 30 days to let you know the status of your application. If your purchases are eligible for reimbursement you will work with our nonprofit community partner who will issue your grant check. 

Awarded applicants must submit additional documents to receive their grant payment. Payment will be sent within 30 days after all completed and correct documents are received from the applicant.