The Economic Development Departments offers a variety of funding opportunities for businesses and non-profit organizations. Funding can be through grants, loans, incentives, and rebate programs so be sure to identify the proper funding source for your organization's needs.

Please feel free to email us with any questions about any of the listed programs at: sdbusiness@sandiego.gov 

Nonprofit Grant Opportunities:

CDBG: The CDBG program primarily funds project to nonprofits that provide assistance to low-income populations.

Capacity Building: Grants to nonprofits that support small businesses in under-resourced communities.

Economic Development Funding: Grants for nonprofits to promote San Diego as a business and tourism destination.

San Diego Promise Zone Financial Assistance: One time micro grants (under $10,000) for nonprofits to support efforts of Promise Zone partners advancing the goals of the area.

Business Incentive and Rebate Opportunities:

Business Cooperation Program: Program to encourage inclusive economic growth through the expansion, attraction, and retention of small and mid-sized firms in San Diego's base sector economy.

Fee Payment Incentive: Reimbursement program for businesses to recoup certain City SDS fees paid by the business associated with submitting and securing required building permit entitlements.

Outdoor Business Grant: Supports businesses working to create outdoor dining spaces that contribute to the enjoyment of the public environment.

Storefront Improvement Program (SIP): The SIP is a reimbursement based program that provides design assistance and financial incentives to small business owners and tenants.