S.P.A.C.E. Grants

WISHES GRANTED

We have collaborated with the City of Boston to create the SPACE Grant Program (Supporting Pandemic Affected Community Enterprises) to support small business owners. Our focus is on helping them secure or expand their spaces through subsidies for operating expenses, revitalizing vacant storefronts.

The program will provide grants of $100,000-$200,000 for 50 small businesses disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 that are looking to fill vacant commercial space in the City.

The Downtown Boston Alliance is specifically interested in attracting businesses that meet the following local needs and priorities:

  • BIPOC-owned businesses
  • Destination retail and restaurants
  • Social impact businesses (ie. nonprofit-led and mission-driven restaurants and retailers)
  • Childcare businesses
  • Boston-based apparel stores
  • Locally-owned and operated coffee shops
  • Bookstores
  • Specialty grocery stores
  • Creative spaces (ie. galleries, studios, and theaters)

INTERESTED IN OPENING DOWNTOWN?

Downtown Boston customers bring over $3.1 billion in annual buying power to the neighborhood.


Our Level Up Downtown program continues the revitalization of our neighborhood. It supports Boston’s emerging entrepreneurs and creative practitioners, and aims to reduce retail vacancies, promote long-term entrepreneurial ventures, and showcase unique pop-ups, with a special focus on elevating BIPOC-led businesses.

  • Here are just some of the ways our organization can offer assistance:
  • Providing letters of support
  • Offering customized guidance on available storefronts
  • Advocating on your behalf with local landlords
  • Lending our technical expertise with the S.P.A.C.E. Grant Program application
  • Expediting permits and approvals
  • Marketing your business once you open
  • Helping to resolve many common problems you may face while operating

If you are interested in assistance, members of our team are here to discuss your specific needs and questions.

Contact Our TEAM