VIBRANT PLACES is a matching grant program for qualifying exterior enhancements to commercial, mixed-use, & industrial buildings.
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Complete the pre-application to start the application process. You’ll hear from us within 2 weeks for next steps.
Through this project, the City of South Bend aims to…
ENHANCE the appearance, value, and character of properties.
ENCOURAGE investment by business and property owners.
GENERATE additional sales for qualifying businesses.
INVEST in sustainability and reduce climate pollution.
PROMOTE a walkable urban development pattern.
Jacob Alexander
Business Development Specialist
(574) 235-9278
jalexand@southbendin.gov
Amy Paul
Business Development Manager
(574) 235-7638
apaul@southbendin.gov