Business Support
Façade Rebate
We assist in the revitalization of the commercial buildings within the SSA by providing financial and technical assistance to the owners and tenants who wish to improve their storefronts. Through this program, owners and tenants are eligible for a 75% rebate up to $15,000 on improvements made to their façade.
Security Rebate
We provide incentives in the form of a rebate for improvements that enhance the security of a property. The goal of the Security Rebate Program is to provide a safe environment for property owners, businesses, shoppers and community residents.
Build Out Rebate
(New Businesses)
We provide incentives in the form of a rebate to new tenants for physical improvements to the interior of a commercial space. The goal of the Business Build Out Rebate Program is to attract new businesses to fill existing vacant commercial spaces.
City of Chicago
Grant Assistance
We provide financial advice and technical assistance to owners and tenants who wish to improve their businesses and properties through city of Chicago grants.
2024 SBIF Grant for Commercial Ave June 2024
Department of Planning and Development Grant Opportunities
Social Media
& Marketing Assistance
We market the shopping district within the SSA 5 and the larger South Chicago community with promotions, campaigns, maintaining a website and Facebook page and creating attraction and retention materials
If you have advertising to share, an event you need help planning, or need overall help with marketing / promotion / website, etc, email us at alfresco@scpf-inc.org
Security Resources
We provide year-round, private security for businesses. In life-threatening situations, call 911 immediately. For non-emergency situations, call 911, then call our patrol. They are on the streets of the district, ready to respond rapidly.
Security Dispatch Phone Number: 312-547-0121
Click here for a document created by CPD and businesses about handling situations
Trespass Affidavit Enrollment Form
Criminal Trespass Affidavit
Trespass Affidavit Program Authorization List
CHIBIZHUB
ChiBizHub helps Chicago entrepreneurs find what they need to start and grow their businesses
Center for Changing Lives
Center for Changing Lives supports small businesses to achieve economic vitality. They are currently working with local small businesses, namely those owned by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) near our South Chicago Colocation Office. They also offer Small Business Support & Coaching to connect you to the resources you need, whether you are launching your entrepreneurial dream, or if you are a long-standing business owner.