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Commercial Grants Program for Small Business (Decatur) is sponsored by Decatur Downtown Development Authority. This program offers three types of grants: Commercial Facade Improvement Grant, Commercial Buildout Improvement Grant, and Marketing and Digital Connectivity Grant, all aimed at supporting small businesses and commercial property owners with exterior enhancements, interior impro…
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Attendees check out the pouring tables on Ponce de Leon Avenue during the Decatur Wine Festival in downtown Decatur on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. Decatur Business Development Manager Victoria Cohen, far left, presents small business grant awards to Downtown Development Authority Members David Harry, Conor McNally, Noah Peeters, Harold Buckley and Darren Comer during a DDA meeting on Nov.
14, 2025. Applications are open for the Decatur Downtown Development Authority’s small business grants. The DDA offers the Commercial Build-Out Improvement Grant, Marketing and Digital Connectivity Grant, and the Commercial Facade Improvement Grant for small businesses in the city.
Applications will be accepted through Jan. 23. Attendees check out the pouring tables on Ponce de Leon Avenue during the Decatur Wine Festival in downtown Decatur on Saturday, Nov.
8, 2025. [+] Add Decaturish on Google DECATUR, Ga. — Applications are open for the Decatur Downtown Development Authority’s small business grants.
The DDA offers the Commercial Build-Out Improvement Grant, Marketing and Digital Connectivity Grant, and the Commercial Facade Improvement Grant for small businesses in the city. Applications will be accepted through Jan. 23.
In November, the DDA awarded 27 grants totaling $113,316 to 19 businesses, according to a news release. The Commercial Build-Out Improvement Grant (CBIG) helps businesses and property owners improve the interior of their buildings. Businesses are reimbursed through a grant after completing the qualifying project.
The commercial facade improvement grant (CFIG) supports projects that maintain and beautify storefronts. The Marketing and Digital Connectivity Grant (MDCG) seeks to enhance businesses’ digital marketing presence by supporting the design and production of digital content and marketing materials.
All grants cover up to 75 percent of the cost of any approved project, with the business owner responsible for a minimum of 25 percent of the total cost. The CFIG and CBIG allow for minimum contributions from the DDA of $2,500 and a maximum of $10,000, while the MDCG has a minimum of $250 and a maximum of $2,500 for approved projects. After the application window closes, the DDA oversight committee will review all submissions.
If approved, the project must begin within six months and be completed within 18 months. To apply, visit https://www. decaturga.
com/ed/page/commercial-grants-program-small-business-decatur-georgia . Decatur Business Development Manager Victoria Cohen, far left, presents small business grant awards to Downtown Development Authority Members David Harry, Conor McNally, Noah Peeters, Harold Buckley and Darren Comer during a DDA meeting on Nov. 14, 2025.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses and commercial property owners within the City of Decatur, Georgia. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies by program (e.g., $250 - $10,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Commercial Grants Program for Small Business (Decatur) are due August 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Commercial Grants Program for Small Business (Decatur) is funded by Decatur Downtown Development Authority. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Georgia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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