If your business has been affected by the recent civil uprising, please visit our Business Recovery Help page to learn what resources are available for your business.

WeLoveLakeStreet Recovery Fund Grant

The purpose of the We Love Lake Street Recovery Fund is to support the recovery of businesses and nonprofit organizations in the Lake Street corridor after the civil uprising that followed in the wake of George Floyd’s murder.

Business Advising

Our staff is available to help you navigate a variety of challenges you may have in your business. Let us know how we can help you!

Energy Efficiency & Waste Management

There are grants available for equipment that will help you cut your energy bills and improve your recycling rates. We’ll help you get them.

Branding & Marketing

We are constantly promoting Lake Street in every way we can think of. You can help us tell the story of what Lake Street means to you.

Real Estate Consulting

Want to make Lake Street home for your business? We can connect you with resources to buy, sell, rent, or lease commercial spaces.

Advocacy & Policy

We’ll help you get your message across to local policymakers about what ordinances and regulations would help your business succeed.

Transportation & Wayfinding

We can help you keep track of construction projects impacting nearby streets, and also help you figure out how your business can stay accessible to your customers.

Art & Placemaking

We’re always looking for ways to spark creativity and positive activity on Lake Street. Lend us your brilliant ideas for enlivening the street.

Store Improvement Grant

We offer grants to help pay for improvements to the exterior of your commercial property. New signage, painting, windows, and other improvements are all eligible.