Downtown Ithaca Alliance Retail Microgrant Program
Microgrants for new and expanding retail businesses in the Downtown Ithaca district.
About this program
The Downtown Ithaca Alliance Retail Microgrant Program helps strengthen the downtown retail mix by supporting new or expanding storefront businesses in the Downtown Ithaca district. Grant funding can help offset eligible startup, fit-out, merchandising, signage, marketing, or other project costs connected to opening or improving a retail presence downtown. Applicants should contact the Downtown Ithaca Alliance to confirm current funding availability, application timing, and eligible expenses.
Eligibility
New or expanding retail businesses located or planning to locate in the Downtown Ithaca district with eligible storefront, fit-out, merchandising, or business activation costs.
Requirements
- Operate or plan to operate a retail business in the Downtown Ithaca district
- Use funds for eligible retail startup, fit-out, merchandising, signage, marketing, or activation costs
- Contact the Downtown Ithaca Alliance to confirm availability and application requirements