Backing International Small Restaurants Grant Program 2026

Applications are open for the Backing International Small Restaurants Grant Program 2026. The International Downtown Association Foundation recognizes that small restaurants are vital to thriving communities.

The Backing International Small Restaurants grant program, supported by American Express, aims to help restaurants to grow, recover, and support their local communities. Funding can support a range of initiatives including enhancing digital capabilities, building or refreshing dining spaces and making improvements to kitchen operations.