Exterior Signage Grant Program
Funding Amount
Up to $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Rolling — applications accepted year-round
- Tracked since
- April 2026
From the program guidelines: “Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round until funding is exhausted for the calendar year”
Can we apply?
Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.
Other requirements
- Locally owned businesses - The business must have some form of local ownership
- Franchise businesses with local ownership will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- If the business owner is not the property owner, written permission from the property owner to install the desired sign is required as a supplemental attachment
- South Euclid, Ohio
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Corporate entities with multiple locations are not eligible
Overview
Program Year: 2026
This program provides eligible business owners with a grant of up to $5,000 for exterior signage installation or upgrades. Funding can be used for wall signs, window signage, or street level monument signs.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible Applicants:
- Locally owned businesses - The business must have some form of local ownership
- Corporate entities with multiple locations are not eligible
- Franchise businesses with local ownership will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- If the business owner is not the property owner, written permission from the property owner to install the desired sign is required as a supplemental attachment
Project Requirements:
- All exterior signage must be visible from the street
- Must enhance the curb appeal of the property
Geographic Scope
- South Euclid, Ohio
Contact Information
- Planning and Development Director: Michael Love
- Phone: 216-691-4205
- Email: mlove@seuclid.com
How to Apply
Application Process
Submission Timeline:
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round until funding is exhausted for the calendar year
Application Requirements:
- Include as much information as possible to increase likelihood of project selection
- If providing matching funds, include that information on the application
- Submit via online application portal
Notification Timeline:
- Applicants recommended for funding will be notified within two weeks of application receipt
Grant Terms and Conditions:
- Matching Funds: Up to $5,000 in funding available; no matching funds required, but the One South Euclid Grant Review Committee will consider the applicant's ability to provide matching funds when making decisions
- Grant Agreement: Business owners enter into a grant agreement with One South Euclid; OSE will pay the contractor upon satisfactory project completion
- City Approvals: Project must obtain all City approvals prior to work commencing, including Architectural Review Board (ARB) approval
- Inspections: Satisfactory project completion includes necessary building inspections and sign-off from the Building Department before grant funds are paid
- Approval Timeline: Approval process must be initiated with the City within 2 months of signing the grant agreement
- Project Completion: Project must be completed within 6 months of signing the grant agreement
What South Euclid Community Urban Redevelopment Corp actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2021
- 1
- Total given
- $10K
- Median grant
- $10K
- By dollars: Ohio 100%. Top recipient cities: Cleveland, OH.
Example grants
Community Housing Solutions · Cleveland, OH
To support home repairs and housing counseling classes for South Euclid residents
$10K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Small businesses
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