BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Eligible locally owned small businesses in Brownsville City Commission District 3 will be able to apply for exterior-improvement reimbursement through the BIG LIFT program beginning Dec. 1.
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation said applicants may seek reimbursement of 80% of approved project costs, up to ,000. The application period is scheduled to run through Jan. 15, 2027.
Eligible improvements include storefront facades, signage, lighting, landscaping and parking improvements. Businesses are encouraged to confirm their commission district, review program guidelines and plan their projects before applications open.
BCIC noted that properties within the downtown program boundaries should explore BIG Downtown, a separate commercial-improvement grant program.
