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Bricks & Clicks Grant Program

VANCOUVERS DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION

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Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Bricks & Clicks Grant Program

Status: Active, ongoing since 2024

Geographic Scope: Downtown Vancouver, WA - Priority given to Main Street businesses from 5th to 15th Street; secondary priority to constituents outside project boundary

Background: Developed in partnership with the City of Vancouver, the Bricks & Clicks Grant Program provides downtown merchants and property owners with financial resources to invest in façade improvements and e-commerce initiatives. Nearly 40 downtown businesses have received funding since 2024. The program is designed to support business retention, enhance storefront appeal, and support digital growth during Main Street reconstruction (Main Street Promise project).

Focus Areas:

  • Façade improvements and exterior signage

  • Interior renovations and murals

  • E-commerce development and digital marketing

  • Point-of-sale systems

  • Exterior lighting and visibility improvements

  • Wayfinding signage

  • Window displays and digital displays

    • Eligibility:

  • Downtown merchants and property owners

  • Businesses directly impacted by Main Street construction activities (primary priority)

  • Businesses along Main Street from 5th to 15th Street (primary)

  • Other downtown constituents (secondary priority)

    • Organization: Vancouver's Downtown Association (VDA)

  • 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

  • Federal ID: 91-1816711

  • Address: 811 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660

  • Phone: (360) 258-1129

  • Email: [email protected]

    • Important Notes:

  • As a small nonprofit, VDA funds are limited

  • Funds allocated based on demand

  • Applications for 2025 were closed as of March 4, 2025

  • Future opportunities encouraged

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Visit the Bricks & Clicks grant page at https://vdausa.org/bricksandclicks/
    2. Review the application packet and requirements
    3. Complete the application form
    4. Submit by the deadline

    Note: The most recent application deadline mentioned was 2/1/2024, but the program appears to be ongoing with multiple application rounds. Check the website or contact VDA for current deadlines and application status.

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    Fields of Work

    small-businessescommunity-development

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