Downtown Revitalization Grant Program
This grant funds comprehensive, innovative projects to revitalize Maine downtown districts by improving infrastructure, housing, and business areas as part of a locally-driven strategy.
Funder: Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $300,000 per award; minimum 25% cash match required; single-year awards only
Summary: Funds comprehensive, innovative community projects to revitalize downtown districts as part of a broader local strategy.
Key Information: Application by invitation only; applicants must have current or actively implemented downtown revitalization plans.
Description
The Downtown Revitalization Grant Program supports Maine communities in implementing comprehensive, integrated, and innovative projects to address challenges in their downtown districts. Funded activities must be part of a broader, locally-driven strategy aimed at revitalizing downtown service and business areas, encouraging future public and private investment. Eligible activities include improvements to public facilities and infrastructure, housing assistance, microenterprise support, and necessary planning. Applicants must demonstrate that their proposed activities are consistent with a recent or actively implemented downtown revitalization plan.
