DOWNTOWN TRENTON
2026 Business IMPROVEMENT GRANTS

Eligible for-profit small businesses may receive up to $10,000 for approved facade, business upgrades, or a combination of both projects.

• Historic Facade/exterior: up to $10,000

• Business upgrades: up to $10,000

 

Combined project cost cannot exceed $10,000 in total cost. 

 

Facade & Exterior Preservation (100%)

Preservation Examples: masonry/wood/concrete repair, historic door/window replacements

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Isles will cover 100% of eligible facade improvement costs, paid directly to the contractor:

• 50% upon project start

• 50% upon project completion

You may choose to work with your own licensed contractor or request that Isles provide a designated contractor. If you have an existing contractor and price quote, please attach in the space provided in your application. If not, preliminary approval may be granted contingent on a contractor quote submitted after the application.

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Business Upgrades & Cosmetic Appearance (80%)

• Business Upgrade Examples: POS systems, tables & chairs, kitchen equipment to improve business efficiency, menu redesign / digital interior signage install

• Cosmetic Appearance Examples: Commercial signage/awning replacement, wall repainting, flooring

Isles will reimburse 80% of eligible material and cosmetic improvement costs (before tax) to the grantee following submission of proof of purchase. The remaining 20% is the responsibility of the grantee.

• For example, if new POS system hardware cost $1,000 before tax, Isles will reimburse $800, and the owner will be responsible for $200 + sales tax.