Facade improvements

Southwest Business Association (SWBA) is proud to announce that it will once again be managing grant funds to support the city of Minneapolis’ Great Streets Program in 2024. SWBA will work with businesses within the southwest district to plan and implement façade improvements to enhance the neighborhoods. The city has awarded SWBA its full request of $50,000 (the maximum allowed each grant period). Grant awards are open with a special eligibility period for those who have not previously received a façade grant award through this program. This special eligibility will expire May 31, 2024. Following this eligibility period, the funds will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Improvements usually focus on aesthetic details, but SWBA often works with local businesses to find ways to incorporate energy efficiency improvements, as well.

“The façade of our local establishments is where public space meets private. It is at this point our opportunities to partner flourish. We are proud to be a part of this great program that brings the city, neighborhoods, the business association and our local businesses together as partners to build vital and vibrant communities,” said Southwest Business Association President Matt Perry.

For more information, contact Contact: Roger Worm (612-743-0616, rogerworm@yahoo.com). Or, go to https://swba.experiencesouthwest.com/facadefunding. Find more information on the city’s Great Streets program at http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/cped/ba/cped_great_streets_home.