Main Street Revitalization Grant

We are very excited to announce that the Oregon Frontier Chamber of Commerce, through a partnership with Oregon Main Street, will be offering the opportunity of a Revitalization Grant to our members!

The Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant is a competitive grant offered by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) for up to $400,000 in matching funds for downtown revitalization efforts in communities participating in the Oregon Main Street Network such as the Oregon Frontier Chamber of Commerce. Matching funds of at least 30% of the award is required. Matching funds can be in the form of cash, in-kind donations, and/or volunteer time.

The Revitalization Grant funds may be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and construct buildings on properties. Funded projects must facilitate community revitalization that will lead to private investment, job creation or retention, establishing or expanding viable businesses, or creating a stronger tax base. Projects may include façade improvement, accessibility enhancement, basic utilities, second floor renovations and more.

All work must be consistent with the  Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation of Historic Places, whether they have historic designation or not.  For more information about Oregon Heritage Grants and previous winning projects visit:   https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Pages/Grants.aspx