Marietta Main Street is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the 2020 Build Up Marietta facade improvement grant program, this round awarding $21,000 to downtown building/business owners for facade improvements.
Traditionally, each round of Build Up Marietta awards a total of $3,000 to applicants, but thanks to the generosity of Heritage Ohio, the Ohio State General Assembly, and WV Central Federal Credit Union, a total of $21,000 is being awarded this year.
Since 2017, the Build Up Marietta program has awarded $12,000 to downtown building/business owners, leveraging an investment of over $54,000 in care and maintenance of historic downtown buildings.
For every $1 awarded, $22.16 was invested into the enhancement of downtown buildings.
Downtown business/building owners are encouraged to apply for matching funds of up to $3,000, or 50% of a project. All funded projects must be in compliance with the Secretary of Interiors Standards for Rehabilitation.
Build Up Marietta applications are vetted by a jury. Applications are due no later than June 1st, 2020. Applicants will be notified of their application status within (30) days. All projects must be funded and completed by December 1st, 2020.
