This initiative provides crucial support to small businesses recovering from the pandemic enabling them to thrive and serve our community. Additionally, it acts as financial assistance to attract new businesses into the Downtown Business District.

PROGRAM ELEGIBILITY
Grant funding is available to small business owners and owners of mixed-use and commercial properties in the Downtown Business District:

In good standing with the City of Mount Vernon – i.e. not delinquent on real property, personal or school district taxes)
Own a small business or property with ground floor commercial space in Downtown Business District.
Business owner must have at least three (3) years remaining on their commercial lease.
An active City of Mount Vernon Business Registration number.
Demonstrate commitment to program requirements.
Own a home-based business and plan to occupy a ground floor commercial space in the Downtown Business District.