I get asked constantly: "Am I eligible for this grant?" The Downtown BOOST Program has a reputation for being selective, and not just because of the money. There are seven hard rules – each one a gate you have to pass. The tool below walks you through them one by one. No guesswork. No reading between the lines. Just yes or no.
But here's the thing. Even if you meet every rule on paper, the application still asks you to prove it. Two years of financials? They want to see them. A business plan? It better be thorough. Two location proposals? They need to be inside the 106‑block district. That's where most applicants stumble – not because they're ineligible, but because they can't present their case convincingly.
That's why I built this eligibility page. Use the checker, get your answer in two minutes. If you're eligible, the next step is to get your materials reviewed before the next cycle opens. If you're unsure about anything – your financials, your location fit, your narrative – book a live consultation with one of our grant experts. We'll look at your specific situation and tell you straight up whether you're wasting your time or sitting on a real opportunity.
