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FY 2026 Robust Retail Citywide Grants | dslbd FY 2026 Robust Retail Citywide Grants The Robust Retail Grant Program supports DC-based retail businesses as they grow, strengthen operations, and continue serving neighborhood corridors across the District. Through direct grant funding, the program helps small businesses invest in improvements that increase visibility, stability, customer experience, and long-term sustainability.
Since launching in 2019, the Robust Retail Grant Program has provided more than $4. 5 million in funding to over 500 local businesses across all eight wards. The program reflects the District’s continued commitment to supporting neighborhood retail, activating commercial corridors, and helping small businesses remain competitive in a changing economy.
Grant funding may be used for a variety of eligible business expenses, including: Storefront and interior improvements Equipment and technology upgrades Business expansion efforts The program is designed to support a wide range of retail businesses, including restaurants, cafés, salons, fitness studios, markets, bookstores, creative retailers, and neighborhood service providers.
Robust Retail is part of Mayor Muriel Bowser’s continued investment in DC’s small business community and aligns with the District’s broader efforts to create vibrant commercial corridors, retain local businesses, and support economic growth across all eight wards.
2026 Robust Retail Grantees 2025 Robust Retail Grantees 2024 Robust Retail Grantees 2023 Robust Retail Grantees For any inquiries, please email [email protected] . We kindly ask that you refrain from calling, as we do not address inquiries over the phone.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: DC-based retail businesses meeting all eligibility requirements. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
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