Local Business Grants

Applications are now being accepted for two local business grant programs. Refer to the grant information page at www.Libertyville.com/BusinessGrants to download the Program Booklet with Application. Approved projects will receive reimbursement upon completion (previously completed work will not be considered).

• Business Resiliency Grant: Designed to encourage existing business growth, expansion and sustainability through matching grants of up to $5000, and is limited to customer facing, sales tax producing entities. Potential uses include, but are not limited to, online sales platform development, marketing program development, equipment acquisition, projecting signage, green/sustainable enhancements, etc. The application deadline is ongoing subject to funding availability.
• Facade & Property Enhancement Grant: Provides funding towards renovation of dated or deteriorated existing facades or site conditions on commercial buildings in certain commercially zoned districts outside the downtown (includes C-2 & C-3), and will include matching grants up to $25,000. Projects approved for funding will have 12 months for completion. Applications are due April 1, 2024 for the current grant period, additional grant application rounds may be announced subject to funding.

Business Recognition Highlight- HG Studios

HG Studios was recently recognized by the Economic Development Commission based on nominations to the Village’s Business Recognition Program.  HG Studios offers fitness classes of different types and ability at three Libertyville locations:  Heather’s Gym at 504 First St., RPM Cycle & Bootcamp at 1745 Northwind Blvd., and Zen Yoga at 1753 Northwind Blvd.  Wath their video highlight here.

New Tourism Website and Video Launched

A new tourism website and video were recently launched https://www.visitlibertyville.com/, both will be promoted to a larger visitor market through digital advertising.  This effort was made possible, in part, through a matching grant which the Village applied for, and received, from the IL Department of Commerce – Office of Tourism. Programs such as this help to drive customers to local restaurants, stores, and hotels which rely on both regular customers and tourists.