Mini-Grants
Invest in Your Space. Elevate Downtown.
Big improvements start with great opportunities! Downtown Little Rock Partnership's Creative Corridor Mini-Grant Program with support from Main Street Arkansas and the Department of Arkansas Heritage offers up to $5,000 in matching funds to help eligible businesses and property owners enhance their storefronts, improve exterior spaces, and bring new energy to Downtown Little Rock.
From fresh signage and exterior lighting to building improvements and community activations, we're helping local businesses create a more vibrant, welcoming downtown—one project at a time.
What Is the Creative Corridor Mini-Grant Program?
The Creative Corridor Mini-Grant Program is a Downtown Little Rock Partnership initiative with support from Main Street Arkansas and the Department of Arkansas Heritage designed to help local businesses and property owners invest in their spaces while contributing to a more vibrant and welcoming downtown.
Through matching grants of up to $5,000, the program provides financial assistance for eligible exterior improvements, including storefront signage, painting, lighting, and community activation projects.
Available to qualifying properties along Main Street, Louisiana Street, and Scott Street, between 9th Street and President Clinton Avenue, the program encourages businesses to take an active role in downtown revitalization.
By supporting improvements to individual properties, we’re helping strengthen the Creative Corridor, enhance the pedestrian experience, and create a more attractive environment for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.
Eligibility & Program Requirements
Everything you need to know before applying for a Creative Corridor Mini-Grant.
Who Can Apply?
Businesses and property owners located along Main Street, Louisiana Street, and Scott Street, between 9th Street and President Clinton Avenue, are eligible to apply. Tenants must obtain property owner approval for proposed improvements.
Eligible Projects
Funding supports qualifying exterior improvements, including storefront signage, painting, lighting, and other permanent enhancements, as well as community activation events that contribute to a more vibrant downtown.
Matching Requirements
Grants provide up to $5,000 in matching assistance. Applicants typically contribute 50% of eligible project costs through cash or documented in-kind services. Requirements may vary based on project type and available funding.
Application Materials
Applicants must provide an itemized project cost estimate and current property photographs, along with drawings or examples of proposed work when applicable. Additional documentation may be requested during review.
Creative Corridor Location
Projects must be located within Downtown Little Rock’s designated Creative Corridor, which includes Main Street, Louisiana Street, and Scott Street, between 9th Street and President Clinton Avenue. Properties outside these boundaries are not eligible for funding through this program.
Program Guidelines & Reimbursement
All renovations must meet applicable City of Little Rock planning and zoning requirements. Approved recipients must submit receipts, copies of cleared checks, and photographs of completed work for reimbursement. Applications are reviewed competitively, and funding is not guaranteed.