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Wheat Ridge Business District
The Wheat Ridge Business District (WRBD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers matching funds to businesses and commercial properties in the City of Wheat Ridge in order to improve the appearance of the commercial corridors.
Most eligible improvements must be to areas visible from the public right-of-way or for public accessibility. The goal of this program is to leverage private improvements while making revitalization efforts affordable, creative, and community-based.
Grant categories include:
- Up to $3,750 for sign improvements
- Up to $6,000 for conversion of pole signs to monument signs
- Up to $7,500 for facade improvements
- Up to $2,500 for architectural/design assistance
- Up to $6,000 towards a completed accessibility project
- Up to $3,000 towards a Visual Impact Special Project that increases curb appeal
- Up to $900 for a landscaping project
- Up to $600 for exterior painting project supplies
- Up to $2,500 for a new exterior mural
- Larger Facade Plus grant up to $35,000
Learn More at www.WRbusinessdistrict.org
LocalWorks
Localworks' mission is to make Wheat Ridge a more vibrant and sustainable place to live and work. From curated events inside your small business to loans and other types of funding, they are a great community partner for businesses to work with.
To learn more, please visit. www.wearelocalworks.org
Clear Creek Makerspace
Clear Creek Makerspace (CCM), established in 2024, is a hub of innovation that supports creativity, connection and entrepreneurship. CCM is a resource that may benefit you and your business that is extremely unique to the Wheat Ridge community that attracts people and business owners around the Denver-Metro area.
To learn more about the 7,500 sq ft space that offers a fab lab, woodworking, metalworking and more, please visit www.clearcreekmakerspace.com