Deadline is Monday to apply for Main Street façade grant

Monday, Nov. 29, is the deadline to apply for the Crowley Main Street Façade Improvement Grant program.
Crowley Main Street will provide up to $2,500 in grants to assist property and business owners with façade and building improvement projects, according to Janie Morrison, Main Street director
A total of $10,000 is available to be awarded.
The new program is supported with funding from First National Bank of Louisiana and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas.
Buildings located within the Crowley Main Street District stand to benefit from a wide range of projects. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, signage, storefronts, painting, awnings, accent lighting, window and/or door replacement and refurbishment of architectural features.
Morrison said the new program aims to stimulate local investment, create a positive visual impact, complement other community development efforts and preserve the City of Crowley’s historic and cultural assets.
“Our organization’s goal is to provide an incentive that encourages improvement to building exteriors that are visible from public streets and sidewalks,” said Morrison. “Exterior building improvements help to generate more foot traffic, encourage private investment and foster community pride.
“This new program will help to provide some relief to property and building owners wanting to make some improvements to their buildings.”
Building owners and businesses located within the Crowley Main Street District are encouraged to apply. Applications must include a budget and drawings of the improvements. Proposed changes must also adhere to local and state design guidelines, including approval of the Crowley Historic District Commission.
Crowley Main Street will assist with resources and information.
The Crowley Main Street Façade Improvement Grant Program reimburses the building or business owner, so all awards are given once the project is completed. Grant recipients are required to provide a dollar for dollar match.
For more information on grant guidelines and application requirements, contact Morrison at (337) 783-0824 or CrowleyMainStreet@gmail.com.