One South Euclid again making available grants for home, business property improvements

SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio — One South Euclid (OSE), the city’s nonprofit community development corporation, is once again offering grants to residents and business owners to aid in making property improvements.

The 2026 Neighborhood Grants Program provides funding for home repairs, senior services, neighborhood projects, and business improvements.

Most resident and community group grant applications open Jan. 20. Mini grants and some business-related grants open earlier, or are being offered on a rolling basis.

“We’re excited to reopen these grant programs and continue investing directly in South Euclid’s neighborhoods and business districts,” said OSE Executive Director Kristian Hunter, in a release. “These grants support visible improvements that strengthen our community and make South Euclid a more vibrant and welcoming place to live and work.”

Grant programs for residents and community groups include:

● Exterior Home Repair Grants — Funding for major exterior home repairs. Applications for these grants open Jan. 20 and close at 12 a.m. March 1.

● Senior Landscaping Grants — Assistance with grass cutting and snow removal for qualifying senior residents. Applications open Jan. 20 and close at 12 a.m. March 1.

● Mini Grants — Grants of up to $500 for neighborhood beautification and community projects. Applications open Jan. 20 and are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

To learn more about grants for residents and community groups, and how to apply, visit here.

Grant programs for local businesses include:

● Business Storefront Renovation Grants — Matching funds for commercial façade improvements. Applications open Jan. 12 and close at 12 a.m. April 1.

● Business Exterior Signage Grants — Funding for new or improved exterior signage. Applications are accepted year-round on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.

Business grants are offered in partnership with the city of South Euclid.

To learn more about business grants, and how to apply, visit here.

“Supporting local businesses has always been a priority for the city,” said South Euclid Planning & Development Director Michael Love. “These grants help improve our commercial corridors, encourage investment and build community pride.”

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