The City of Philadelphia launched the Corridor Enhancement Grant, a fund that contributes to neighborhood economic development and vibrant commercial areas.
Donor Name: City of Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
City: Philadelphia
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/14/2025
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 a commercial corridor by addressing public safety, beautification projects, and abandoned or deteriorated properties.
- Events and festivals, such as night markets, block parties, food truck festivals, farmer markets and resource fairs
- Events and festivals, such as night markets, block parties, food truck festivals, farmer markets and resource fairs
- Outreach efforts and marketing campaigns such as booklet designs
- Placemaking and beautification efforts such as public murals, streetscapes, gateways, and art installations, activate unused or underutilized public spaces on commercial corridors.
- Programs and activities, such as workshops, opportunities for training, youth engagement, and education for businesses and community leaders.
Creative or innovative project ideas are highly encouraged.
Funding Information
Eligible organizations can apply for an award amount of between $10,000 and $40,000 to complete their project.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be a community-serving nonprofit organization located in the City of Philadelphia. This grant is meant to serve commercial corridors and businesses. If you received this grant before, you could apply again. However, you are encouraged to propose a new project.
For more information, visit City of Philadelphia.
