Economic Development
5 Year Economic Development Strategy
In April 2025, Vancouver City Council adopted the City’s first ever Five-Year Economic Development Strategy.
The Strategy focuses on expanding access to quality jobs, supporting small businesses, and creating pathways for long-term financial success, especially for underserved communities. It also aims to grow innovation and entrepreneurship while investing in neighborhood business districts to create safe, vibrant, and accessible places.
Programs
Small Business Revolving Loan Fund
The Revolving Loan Fund expands access to capital for small businesses that are viable but unable to secure traditional financing. Administered by the City’s community partner and Community Development Financial Institution, Business Impact NW, the fund provides flexible financing for businesses that are opening, stabilizing, or growing. Capital can be used for tenant improvements, equipment, and working capital—supporting long-term business sustainability and corridor vitality.
Coming soon.
Product to Market Program
The Product to Market Program helps entrepreneurs move beyond startup by connecting them to real sales channels and revenue opportunities. Through targeted support in branding, compliance, packaging, and market access, the program enables businesses to successfully bring products to market and scale across retail, e-commerce, and other distribution pathways.
Coming soon.
Small Business Resiliency Grant
The Small Business Resiliency Grant provides short-term financial support to businesses experiencing revenue loss due to economic disruptions. Administered in partnership with the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber, the program is designed to stabilize operations, preserve jobs, and ensure businesses can recover and continue contributing to the local economy in the Fourth Plain for All Investment Area.
Grant Information
