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27 | Page December 2 0 I ssueCommerce Announces New Round of Funding for HEAL GrantsLieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced that $1.5 million is available for a fifth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities across the state. These grants help close the financial gaps for communities striving to make their downtown districts economically vibrant.Since Commerce launched the program in 2021, nearly $5 million has been awarded to fund 87 different community projects throughout Kansas. The HEAL grant helps communities bring revitalize downtown buildings as spaces for new or expanding businesses, housing, arts and culture, civic engagement, childcare or entrepreneurial activities.Submitted projects must show potential to be economic drivers in the community and demonstrate that the space will be occupied by the end of the project. There must be proof of 1:1 matching funds from the building owner that will be required at the time of application.The application opens November 1, 2024 and closes January 31, 2025. Awardees will be notified in April. Communities that received HEAL grants in spring 2023 or fall 2024 are not eligible to apply for this round of funding.For additional information about HEAL grants and the online application, please visit here.The Kansas Infrastructure Hub has a new website! Save the Date: Grants 101The Hub will hold its first Grants 101 webinar on January 22, 2025, at 12pm in collaboration with the City of Topeka. This marks the beginning of a series of monthly webinars designed to assist participants in understanding the grant application process, grant management, and available funding opportunities. These webinars will aim to equip attendees with the necessary knowledge and tools to successfully navigate the world of grants, empowering individuals and organizations to secure the funding they need for their projects and initiatives. The invite will be sent to our Constant Contact list. Please sign up for our newsletter.Visit our NEW Website