Business Collaboration
MICRO-GRANT PROGRAM
Micro-grants for up to $250 encourage collaboration between downtown merchants with the goal of attracting area residents to their businesses and Downtown Stevenson during the shoulder season.
MICRO-GRANT GUIDELINES
ELIGIBILITY
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Any new event, activity or promotion when 2 or more businesses collaborate.
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Must take place during October 1 - December 15, 2024.
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Each participating business in a project is eligible for up to a $250 grant when they match the investment.
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Project costs may include advertising, staff costs, food & miscellaneous expenses.
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Participating businesses must be located within downtown (including the waterfront).
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Project must aim to draw locals to downtown Stevenson.
TIMELINE
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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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The Stevenson Downtown Association's Economic Vitality committee will review applications and will approve or deny them via email.
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Projects must take place between October 1–December 15, 2024.
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Approved businesses must submit a full reimbursement report by December 15, 2024.
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One grant payment, in full up to $250, shall be paid to the business within 30 days of receiving a grant report with approved project receipts.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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Fully review information packet, including all grant requirements.
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Complete and submit grant application either by:
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Mail:
Stevenson Downtown Assoc.
PO Box 1037
Stevenson WA 98648