RollingHouston (Downtown), TX

Downtown Houston Alfresco Grant

From Houston Downtown Management District / Downtown Houston+

Amount: Up to $15,000Up to $10,000 for non-permanent outdoor furnishings, plus up to $5,000 for permanent fixtures
Deadline: RollingNo closing date
Where: Houston (Downtown), TX
Match needed: No
Effort: QuickA short form.

The link goes to downtownhouston.org.

Downtown Houston businesses and property owners activating outdoor space with seating, umbrellas, planters, awnings or lighting. Rolling. No closing date

Who can apply

Downtown Houston businesses and property owners activating outdoor space with seating, umbrellas, planters, awnings or lighting

Restaurant, retail, and hospitality

Can a small business win this?

Rolling, small-ticket and aimed at street-level businesses, so a good fit for cafes and shops.

Before you apply

The first step is a meeting with the DTH+ team to review the Design Guidelines. permanent items need a City of Houston permit.

Checked on downtownhouston.org, Oct 18 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

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Common questions

How much is Downtown Houston Alfresco Grant?

Up to $15,000. The full line is: Up to $10,000 for non-permanent outdoor furnishings, plus up to $5,000 for permanent fixtures. Highest figure stored: $15,000.

When can I apply for Downtown Houston Alfresco Grant?

Applications are rolling. The page we checked has no single closing date.

Who can apply for Downtown Houston Alfresco Grant?

Downtown Houston businesses and property owners activating outdoor space with seating, umbrellas, planters, awnings or lighting.

Does Downtown Houston Alfresco Grant require matching funds?

No matching funds are required on the page we checked.

Where was Downtown Houston Alfresco Grant checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://www.downtownhouston.org/do-business/grant-programs-incentives. The official page wins if we disagree.