Grants

A matching grant to support local Portland businesses in occupying vacant storefronts

Provides funding to small businesses that have sustained physical and economic damage due to break-ins and vandalism

Limited time relocation grant to support Lloyd Center Mall tenants, activate vacant storefronts, and drive foot traffic

Supports existing Portland business district nonprofits with public space enhancements, marketing, events, staffing and operations.

Focuses on economic and business development for those disproportionately affected by the cannabis prohibition.

Provides funding to property owners and small business owners who are in the process of negotiating a lease

Matching grant for tenant improvements and small and large-scale improvements to new and existing buildings

Supports small business and commercial building owners by providing funding for energy efficiency upgrades

Opening Fall 2026. For community-based organizations.

(Closed) Funding for projects in the St. Johns area that support small businesses, activate the district and increase foot traffic

(Closed) A competitive grant pilot to support Portland manufacturers with workforce training investments