The La Mesa City Council established the La Mesa Village Enhancement Fund Program to support the business community and enhance the vibrancy of the Downtown Village by providing funding for non-profit organizations and businesses to conduct events, promotions, programs, or advertising activities within the boundaries of Parking District Number One.

A key program requirement is that applications for funding must demonstrate a community benefit to the businesses in Parking District Number One. The program is funded from 50% of annual net parking revenues for each funding cycle of the program. You can get more information about the program by visiting: Program Guidelines.

The application period for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 began July 1 and closes on July 31, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. Applications received before or after the application period will not be accepted.

Those wanting to apply can fill out the Village Enhancement Fund Program Application.

Interested individuals should complete all fields of information in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

In addition to the completed application form, individuals should provide all materials and files such as special event maps, advertising renderings, banner designs, etc. that are necessary to clearly communication your funding request. If you are a non-profit organization applying for funding, be sure to include proof of non-profit status with your completed application.

If you have questions, call (619) 667-1339 or email Lyn Dedmon at: [email protected].

Editor’s note: Copy provided by the City of La Mesa.