Ecolibrium3 is administering a mini-grant program to assist Main Street Lincoln Park businesses with unexpected costs related to reopening under COVID-19 guidelines. Funding for mini-grants is provided by North Shore Federal Credit Union as part of their Grand Opening activities related to the new Lincoln Park branch at 1902 W Superior Street. Grants up to $1,000 are available and will reflect a portfolio approach to illustrate creative and thoughtful methods to physical distancing and safety of customers and/or staff in a variety of business settings. All business types are encouraged to apply. Mini-grant funds can support, but are not limited to:
- Providing visual cues to customers about physical distancing, mask use, directional shopping, etc. at eye or ground level.
- Promoting use and/or providing masks for customers and/or staff.
- Training and/or technical assistance regarding COVID-19 protocols.
- Safety barriers for counter and/or shoulder-to-shoulder staff.
- Thermometer(s) for staff health screening.
- Purchase/printing of special packaging and/or informational pieces for customers.
- Sidewalk barriers for extending outdoor seating areas.
- Technology and/or equipment purchases to facilitate hands-off transactions.
- Sanitation station(s) for customers and/or staff.
- Development of online platform(s) where brick-and-mortar sales are not possible or practical.