Business Owner Portraits

by | Jul 8, 2024 | Past Grants

Over the last few years, the DDA has partnered with local photographer Leisa Thompson to capture images of business owners in their shops. These photos are made available to the business for their marketing efforts at no cost.  Premium Cutz Blackstone Book Store...

FACADE AND REHAB GRANTS

by | Jun 3, 2024 | Past Grants

Grant Eligibility and RequirementsExample of Scoring Rubric Please download the application at the link below and send completed application to elize@ypsilantidda.org.YDDA Building Facade and Rehab Grant Application  PAST RECIPIENTS 2023 FACADE AND REHAB GRANT...

MATCH ON MAIN GRANTS

by | May 31, 2024 | Past Grants

THE SPRING 2024 GRANT CYCLE IS OPEN DUE MARCH 28, 2024 Grants may be used by the business for eligible expenses that support technical assistance, interior building renovations, permanent or semi-permanent activation of an outdoor space, and other working capital...

DDA SOLAR REBATE GRANTS

by | May 31, 2024 | Past Grants

UPDATE:  THE YPSILANTI DDA APPROVED AN ADDITIONAL $50,000 AVAILABLE FOR THE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT. WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR DOWNTOWN AND WEST CROSS DISTRICTS. Did you know there’s a new DDA Solar Rebate program available to businesses in Downtown...

DOWNTOWN WATER SHUT-OFF AND CONSTRUCTION RELIEF GRANT

by | May 31, 2024 | Past Grants

APPLICATION CLOSED –  The Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority and Washtenaw County have dedicated $70,000 to support small businesses impacted by construction in Downtown Ypsilanti. Businesses impacted by water shut-offs, road construction, or both, and...