Downtown Cape Girardeau businesses invited to apply for Façade Improvement Grant

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Old Town Cape’s Design Committee created a grant to help improve the appearance and curb appeal of commercial buildings in downtown Cape Girardeau, stimulate the economic performance of downtown businesses, attract new investment and inspire community pride.

The 2024 Façade Improvement Grant is open to any business or property owner within the Old Town Cape district.

The deadline to apply is July 31, 2024.

Old Town Cape is offering matching funds of up to $1,500.

A total of $7,500 was allocated for this grant.

Grant projects must be public facing. They must have all required permits and approvals through the City of Cape Girardeau before work may begin.

Examples of approved projects range from new awnings and new signage to new lighting and new paint.

Work must be completed by business or property owner by the end of the year (2024).

Five properties and businesses will be awarded with the Façade Improvement Grant.

Anyone with questions about the Façade Improvement Grant is asked to contact Assistant Director Robert Brooks, at robertbrooks@oldtowncape.org or call 573-334-8085.