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Open for Business | City of Bloomington, Indiana The City of Bloomington supports businesses large and small by providing information, incentives, and grantmaking programs. Together, the City with its nonprofit and business partners work to foster a dynamic environment where businesses can thrive.
Technical Assistance for Businesses The Indiana Small Business Development Center provides technical assistance for employers on Small Business Administration loans and other small business sustainability needs. https://isbdc. org/ The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce has various resources and guidance regarding COVID-19, reopening from financial and HR to a PPE Marketplace, and community opportunities for donations.
https://www. chamberbloomington. org/ The Dimension Mill provides start-ups and entrepreneurs information on how to navigate available resources.
https://dimensionmill. org/ Small Business Online Education Program : Ongoing from August 2024 to August 2026 -The Small Business Online Education Program is a suite of on-demand virtual training courses. This program supports and empowers local small businesses, restaurants, property owners, retailers, and entrepreneurs to adapt their business practices to a changing marketplace.
This program is free and available to all the City of Bloomington at no cost. The last day to enroll in the program is August 12, 2026. Link to Small Business Online Education Program For additional grants offered by the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association or State and Federal Government, click here- link to small business grants resource document.
The Small Business Safety & Cleanliness Grant Supports Bloomington businesses in making physical improvements that enhance the safety, cleanliness, and overall appearance of their commercial properties. Funding may be used for projects that deter crime, prevent vandalism, improve sanitation, upgrade the exterior through professional cleaning services, and enhance employee and patron safety.
A total of $85,000 will be awarded in the 2026 fiscal year. The recommended maximum award request per applicant is $5,000 . To apply, go to Bloomington Civiform to access the Small Business Safety and Cleanliness Grant application.
Please contact Andrea de la Rosa at [email protected] with any additional questions. Projects must serve at least one of the following primary purposes: Reduce crime/vandalism OR replace, repair, or rehabilitate property due to crime/vandalism Deter theft or unauthorized access.
Improve commercial property cleanliness or hygiene Structural improvements for entrance/egress Mobility, Sensory, and Access Improvements Enhance exterior appearance through professional cleaning (e.g., power washing, graffiti removal, refuse clean-up) Reimbursement Eligibility Expenses for eligible projects completed within 6 months before the application date may be reimbursed, provided the applicant can submit: Itemized receipts or paid invoices “Before” and “after” photos or videos of the completed work A brief written summary of the project and its impact Reimbursed projects must align with the program’s goals and meet all eligibility criteria.
A clear description of the proposed safety or cleaning project A contractor’s invoice, or paid receipt, with itemized materials or services "Before" photos or videos of the area to be improved Proof of business address (e.g., utility bill, lease, or deed) Timeline for project completion Open to all businesses located within the City of Bloomington Projects must be completed within the funding period outlined in the grant agreement (MOU).
“After" photos and a brief completion report must be submitted by the end of the MOU term Grants are one-time per year per business. Funds may not be used for weapons, harmful devices, or other ineligible expenses. The program administrator reserves the right to deny funding for any project deemed inappropriate or outside the scope of this grant.
Resources for challenges with our unhoused neighbors: Who should I call and when? This guide is to assist business owners with tools to navigate situations with our unhoused neighbors - link to - RESOURCE GUIDE If you are in a situation that requires immediate assistance from the police, fire department, or ambulance, please call 911.
Use this guide to quickstart your business in Bloomington Various incentives exist to help Bloomington businesses grow and thrive This seasonal program closes the blocks of Kirkwood Avenue from Indiana Avenue to Walnut Street for expanded outdoor dining and a pedestrian thoroughfare, and allows for parklets that expand outdoor dining in parking spaces outside the participating businesses in the downtown area.
Mobile Vendor, Pushcart, Solicitor, Child Care and Miscellaneous business licenses The Bloomington Urban Enterprise Association (BUEA) works to improve the economic, physical, and social environment for Zone residents and businesses Districts in the city with tax and business incentives and other specific resources for local businesses The living wage requires covered employers to pay covered employees a living wage: the amount that the City of Bloomington believes is sufficient for a working family to meet basic needs.
Current Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications, or Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and/or Invitation to Bidders Resources you'll need to start & operate a business in our community The State of Indiana now requires that childcare providers have a license or permit from their County/City. At this time the City of Bloomington does not require such a permit/license. Please use this letter to respond to state requirements.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Businesses located in Bloomington, Indiana. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Small Business Safety & Cleanliness Grant is funded by City of Bloomington, Indiana. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant is sponsored by City of Bloomington, Indiana Department of Economic and Sustainable Development. Sustainable Neighborhoods Grant is a program from the City of Bloomington, Indiana Department of Economic and Sustainable Development that funds small-scale neighborhood sustainability projects advancing the goals of the city's 2021 Climate Action Plan.
City of Bloomington 2025 Small Business Safety & Cleanliness Grant is sponsored by City of Bloomington, Indiana. City of Bloomington 2025 Small Business Safety and Cleanliness is a grant from the City of Bloomington, Indiana that funds property and business owners within the Bloomington Urban Enterprise Zone (BUEZ) to address essential maintenance, repairs, and safety improvements.
The City of Bloomington's Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) office administers several housing assistance programs for residents, funded through HOME and CDBG entitlement allocations. Eligible first-time homebuyers may receive up to $10,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance. Qualified homeowners can access safety and habitability grants, an affordable home rehabilitation loan program, and accessibility modification funding. Additional support is available through a Parks and Recreation grant for hazard tree removal. These programs serve low-to-moderate income Bloomington residents and aim to improve housing stability, safety, and accessibility across the community.
Lowe's Hometowns Grant Program is sponsored by Lowe's. This program aims to restore and revitalize community spaces across the country through physical renovations. Consumers can nominate a community space in their hometown, such as a neighborhood garden, park, or community center. While broad, it can apply to infrastructure improvements within a community context.
CFNF Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant is a grant from the Community Foundation of North Florida that funds nonprofits addressing pressing challenges with programs and services of lasting impact in Florida's Big Bend region. Each year, CFNF awards ten grants of $5,000 each to eligible organizations. A separate Arts Nonprofit Grant Cycle awards five grants of $6,000 each for arts organizations in the same region. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations serving one or more of eleven counties including Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla, with at least two years of operating history in the region. Applications for the Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow cycle close September 30.