ACTIVATE | INVEST | GROW
The Local Action Unlocking New Community Horizons (LAUNCH) Grant is a highly targeted capital grant program designed to activate property, businesses, and community spaces within designated Urban Renewal Areas (URA’s). The program funds visible, ready-to-go projects that accelerate reinvestment and support the success of current and future urban renewal strategies.
Full details, including eligibility requirements can be found below.
Completed applications must be received by 11:59pm MT on September 30, 2026. Applications will only be accepted through the link at the bottom of this page.
Project Requirements
- Projects must be located entirely within an existing URA, annual capacity restrictions also apply.
- Explore Pueblo Urban Renewal Area maps HERE.
- Site control (ownership or lease).
- All required zoning approvals in place or pending.
- Financial ability to complete the project.
- Project must begin within 90 days of Award.
- Projects must be substantially completed within 12 months.
Who Can Apply
- Small businesses operating in URAs.
- Nonprofit or cultural organizations in URAs.
- Property owners working with a local operator or tenant.
- Developers with small-scale, projects aligned with URA goals.
Additional Information
- Awards will not exceed $25,000.
- Applications are due by September 30th each year and will be considered for award in the next year.
- Grant award recipients will be notified in January each year.
- Fund Disbursement is Reimbursement-based with Milestone draw schedule- Certified receipts are required prior to all funding.
Eligibility Information
- Eligible Uses
- Code compliance and life‑safety upgrades.
- Façades, storefronts, windows, doors.
- ADA access improvements.
- Lighting.
- Signage and wayfinding.
- Outdoor seating or plazas.
- Murals or integrated public art.
- Streetscape frontage improvements.
- Architectural and engineering costs/Permit and inspection fees.
(Capped at 10% of grant. For Audit Purpose, show as split cost- may be excluded from award)
- Ineligible Uses
- Operations, payroll, rent.
- Debt service.
- Inventory.
- Maintenance or repairs.
- Events or marketing campaigns.
- Acquisition.
- Scholarships.
Document & Information Checklist
Before you begin your application, please review the checklist below and gather all required information and supporting documentation. Having these materials prepared in advance will help you complete your application efficiently and avoid delays during the review process.
- Site ownership status. Examples: deed, lease agreement, written permission from property owner, Certificate of Good Standing from the Secretary of State.
- Applying organization type. LLC and/or Nonprofits must provide a Certificate of Good Standing. Private owners should provide proof of ownership (deed, assessor record, purchase contract, lease agreement, etc.).
- Description of the project and the community benefit. Be prepared to describe in detail your project and why it is important to the URA in which it resides.
- Conditions and Renderings. Photos of the existing conditions, project renderings, artwork design concepts, construction documents, etc.
- Detailed project budget. Include the cost of construction/renovation costs, equipment/FF&E, Design & permits, and any other costs that apply.
- Project funding sources. Include cash contribution, loans, grants, etc. Be prepared to identify your funding gap.