The City of Philadelphia launched the Corridor Enhancement Grant, a fund that contributes to equitable neighborhood revitalization and vibrant business districts.
Donor Name: City of Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
City: Philadelphia
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/05/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Corridor Enhancement Grant supports community-serving nonprofits dedicated to enhancing the appearance, safety, livability of business districts in the neighborhoods they serve. The goal is to increase foot traffic, attract new businesses, promote available commercial real estate and a sense of community. They encourage applicants to propose projects that will enhance the “look and feel” of commercial corridors where they serve.
Funding Information
Applicants can apply for an award amount of between $10,000 and $40,000 to complete their project.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a community-serving nonprofit organization located in the City of Philadelphia.
- Creative and innovative ideas are highly encouraged.
-
- Examples include but are not limited to:
- Events and festivals such as night markets, block parties, corridor parades, and clean-up initiatives.
- Placemaking and beautification efforts such as public murals, gateways, and art installations, activate unused or underutilized public spaces on commercial corridors.
- Projects that will require the approval of private property owners or City agencies must describe how they will get the needed approvals within a reasonable timeframe. If your project will be on privately owned properties that your organization does not own, they need to receive a letter of approval.
- Programs and activities, such as workshops, opportunities for training, and education for community leaders and businesses.
- Examples include but are not limited to:
For more information, visit City of Philadelphia.