Step by step

Get reimbursed for storefront improvements

Grants of up to $5,000 available for small businesses buying new equipment or completing construction projects

Note: This program is currently on pause and not accepting new applications until 2024. 

1

Identify a project or need

Decide on a project you want to complete or on equipment/furniture you want to purchase for your business. Check our program page for examples of what is eligible.

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2

Get estimates

Reach out to licensed contractors to get estimates for your project. Or research the costs of the equipment/furniture you want to purchase. You will need to submit a cost estimate with your application. Do not purchase anything or begin a project.

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3

Apply

Cost:

Free.

Time:

15 min.

Fill out an application. You will need a cost estimate from the step above and a W9 to complete the application.

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4

Application Review

Cost:

Free.

Time:

30 days

We will review your application and your acceptance will be based on our program eligibility requirements and if your application is complete. We will reach out to you if we need any additional information to complete the review

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5

Complete Project

Once you are accepted into the program you will be assigned to a nonprofit community partner who will help you with completing your project. At this point you can work with your partner to begin hiring contractors, making purchases and start construction.

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6

Get Reimbursed

Time:

30 days

Once all items have been purchased and construction has been completed. You will submit your completed invoices and receipts to your community partner and they will reimburse you up to $5,000.

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Last updated October 6, 2023