MONACA, PA (May 11, 2023) – The Monaca Community Development Corporation (Monaca CDC) is excited to announce the launch of its Monaca Business Façade Grant (MBFG) program. The program was created to encourage the revitalization of business building facades and support owners of Monaca businesses and business properties in their façade improvement efforts. 

 

The Monaca CDC will administer this program in alignment with its mission to help create a vibrant and sustainable community where businesses, individuals, and families can thrive.

 

The MBFG program was established by a $50,000 donation from the Borough of Monaca which was sourced from American Rescue Plan Act COVID-19 relief funds received by the Borough. The MBFG program received an additional $45,000 grant allocation from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, PA Department of Community & Economic Development’s Keystone Communities Program (KCP). 

 

Funds provided by Monaca Borough may be awarded for eligible projects anywhere within Monaca Borough, while funds allocated by the KCP may be awarded for eligible projects within the core downtown Monaca business district. 

 

MBFG awards are provided as reimbursements after project completion. Each award is limited to no more than 50% of the total cost of eligible projects, with a maximum award of $5,000 per project.

 

The MBFG application packet, including eligibility criteria and guidelines, can be found at MonacaCDC.org and questions can be directed to the Monaca CDC via email at info@monacacdc.org.