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Find similar grantsSteelyard TIF Grant Program is sponsored by City of Cleveland. The Steelyard TIF Grant Program awards funding to small businesses and community development organizations in Cleveland neighborhoods for projects such as storefront upgrades, interior renovations, signage improvements, equipment purchases, landscaping, and public space enhancem…
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Steelyard TIF Grant - Placemaking & Small Business Grant / City of Cleveland Economic Development Steelyard TIF Grant - Placemaking & Small Business Grant The Steelyard TIF Grant Program was established in 2006 to support Cleveland’s neighborhood economies, which were impacted by the arrival of big-box retail at Steelyard Commons. This program has been updated to better meet the evolving needs of these communities.
It offers two types of grants: the Placemaking Grant , which funds projects that enhance public spaces and the local environment, such as arts initiatives, streetscaping, and other community improvements, with the goal of creating vibrant, welcoming spaces that support economic growth and improve quality of life for Cleveland residents; and the Small Business Grant , which helps small retail businesses grow by providing funding for expansion, moving from a home-based operation to a storefront, and making interior improvements to retail spaces.
Both grants are designed to strengthen Cleveland’s neighborhoods by investing in local businesses and public spaces. Placemaking Grant: Not-for-profit and for-profit entities are eligible to apply. Informed by a third-party market impact study of Steelyard Commons, legislation limits applicants to the following geographies: Ohio City, Tremont, Old Brooklyn, Clark-Fulton, Slavic Village, and Lorain Station.
Small Business Grant: Established and start-up small retail businesses are eligible to apply. Informed by a third-party market impact study of Steelyard Commons, legislation limits applicants to the following geographies: Ohio City, Tremont, Old Brooklyn, Clark-Fulton, Slavic Village, and Lorain Station. Applicants will be expected to create and/or retain one full-time equivalent (FTE) job.
Placemaking Grant: Grants amount to a maximum of $15,000. Available funds will vary per funding round. For transparency, the total amount of funding for each neighborhood will be posted in the FAQ.
With respect to the finite nature of the TIF funds, it is possible that some rounds will not result in an award. Small Business Grant: Grants amount range from $5,000 to $10,000. Available funds will vary per funding round.
For transparency, the total amount of funding for each neighborhood will be posted in the FAQ. With respect to the finite nature of the TIF funds, it is possible that some rounds will not result in an award. Funds include but are not limited to: Public Art (e.g. murals); Parklets; Trees and landscaping; Benches; Streetscape Improvements; Decorative Lighting and Events.
Business: Funds include but are not limited to Interior Improvements; Exterior improvements; Exterior Lighting & Public Art; Landscaping/Bike Racks; Fencing; IT installation; Architectural, Design & Engineering costs; Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment. Equity Requirement : Grantees, for both the Placemaking and the Small Business Grant must provide a minimum of 10% equity in the total project cost.
No collateral or loan terms are applicable. The current round of applications will be open July 1 – July 15, 2026. Applicants can expect final decisions to be announced around early September.
For questions regarding the application or grant process, please contact Grace Harrison ( GHarrison@clevelandohio. gov ) and Monserrat Monterrubio (MMonterrubio@clevelandohio. gov) Small Business Application: Aplicación para la Subvención de Steelyard TIF - Español steelyard-tif-becas-infografia-1782240754.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses and community development organizations in specific Cleveland neighborhoods. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (e.g., $180,099.12 for small business grants in a recent round). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Steelyard TIF Grant Program is funded by City of Cleveland. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
Job Creation Incentive Program (City of Cleveland) is sponsored by City of Cleveland. This program is designed to attract new businesses and expand existing businesses in the City of Cleveland. Grant assistance is available for new businesses creating five or more new jobs in the City within the first year or for existing businesses with substantial job creation.
Municipal Small Business Initiative (City of Cleveland) is sponsored by City of Cleveland. This grant, partnering with the U. S. Small Business Administration and Cuyahoga County, allows businesses to reduce their equity in an SBA-funded project from the required 25% to 10%. The City provides a grant of 15% (of total project costs less working capital).