General Application Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online via the Zoom Grants platform.
- No paper or emailed applications will be accepted.
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early to allow sufficient time for revisions and completion of all required materials.
Pre-Application
Opens April 6, 2026 9:00am and Closes May 1, 2026 5:00pm
In 2026, applicants must submit a pre-application to determine eligibility and project readiness. All applications are submitted through ZoomGrants. Once approved, applicants will receive a link to proceed to the full application. The City will review submissions as they come in and applicants can expect to receive a response in 3 - 5 business days.
What You'll Need:
- Property address
- Ownership status or signed letter of permission from property owner
- Preliminary budget and funding sources
- Basic description of the intended improvements and project timeline
- Photos of existing exterior conditions
- Certificate of Tax Compliance for the business entity. Certificates can be
requested by email at incometax@toledo.oh.gov or by phone at 419-936-
2020. Allow up to 3 business days for response.
Pre-Application Outcomes:
- ✔ Approved - invited to submit Full Application
- ❗ Conditional - minor corrections required
- ✘ Not Eligible - notified early and referred to partner organizations for support
After eligibility is verified, candidates will be invited to apply.
Full Application (Invitation-Only)
Closes May 8, 2026 5:00pm
Only applicants whose Pre-Applications are approved may submit a Full Application. The application will gather detailed project information for committee review.
Required Elements Include:
- Detailed project budget and funding sources
- Contractor/designer scope of work
- Occupancy: letter of intent, lease, self-occupancy statement, or marketing plan
- Quote(s) from licensed architects and/or engineers
Application must be complete by the close of the submission period. Incomplete applications will not advance to scoring.
The City partners with the Business Empowerment Alliance of Toledo (BEAT)
to provide application and project support to applicants at no-cost. For more
information, email Vibrancy@toledo.oh.gov.