Local Grant Programs
Investing Locally
Local businesses and their workforce are fundamental assets of the Gorham community. For Gorham to thrive and attract people and businesses, we recognize the local business community must be supported. Our Revolving Loan Fund was established in 2004 to support business growth in Gorham.
We are building on this experience working directly with local businesses to develop new funding opportunities available only to Gorham businesses.
These initiatives are the result of conversations with business owners to understand what they need to thrive, grow and expand…right here in Gorham.
Current Local Funding Opportunities
- 2025 Capital Expenditure Matching Grant
The Town of Gorham is excited to announce the 2025 Capital Expenditure (“CapEx”) matching grant program to support Gorham businesses and farms seeking to expand and grow through a one-time purchase of a capital item, service or site expansion project. These single, one-time procurements will help grantees accelerate plans for growth, and create opportunities for expansion, innovation and job creation in Gorham.
Deadline: July 31, 2025
Past examples of local funding:
- 2024 CapEx Matching Grant: Providing 50% reimbursement of a capital item, service or site expansion project, targeting grant funds to businesses in three sectors, specifically agriculture; manufacturing & skilled trades; and retail & food service.
- 2024 Façade & Leasehold Improvement Grant: Supporting commercial property owners and leaseholder tenants for the purposes of beautifying high-visible commercial properties, energy efficiency upgrades and ADA accessibility.
We’re not done either, as we continue to develop new initiatives to support local businesses in the areas of technology, professional services, and more. Our local funding opportunities (as available) are listed below and continually updated.
