Category Archives: Programs

Envision Williamston announces Main Street Challenge winners

August 5, 2019   Contests, In the news 1, Programs

Envision Williamston recently announced winners of the Main Street Challenge grant program for 2019. The winners are Travis McCurly “Brew N Q” and Kristy Johnston “Phoenix: Born Again Retail”. Brew N Q  is currently a BBQ catering company, competition BBQ cook team and soon to be restaurant to locate in Williamston. In addition to low and slow smoked BBQ, homemade sides and desserts, they plan to use SC certified products and offer local craft beer from the Upstate. Phoenix will be a gift, consignment and resale shop. They plan to offer quality clothing, children’s items, accessories and gifts at affordable prices. The winners are eligible for up to $10,000 in incentives offered through the Envision Williamston Main Street Challenge. Congratulations to Travis and Kristy!

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Envision Williamston Facade Grants improving looks of area businesses

November 8, 2018   In the news 1, Programs

Envision Williamston has awarded 28 facade grants through The EW Façade Improvement Grant Program, which is designed to stimulate additional improvements to the exterior of commercial buildings within the Town of Williamston. The funding of this program is provided through the Palmetto Business Association in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission and Envision Williamston. A number of Williamston area businesses have recently completed upgrades and several more will over the next week. For more information www.envisionwilliamston.com or contact Sonya Crandall at sonyacew@gmail.com.

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Envision Williamston Decal Project generates interest for new businesses

November 8, 2018   Programs
Envision Williamston’s Community Engagement and Marketing Committee has been one of the primary forces behind the town’s recent revitalization activities. Up until this point, however, the Committee has been marketing the town for its many festivals and events, now numbering over 21 in 2018 alone!
 
Adding to these efforts, this month the Committee is making many strides toward marketing some of our newest businesses. We now have Rooted. A Southern Salon, Cricket mobile phone service, Vanity Fur, and the Groom Room, to name a few. Very soon we will have the new Dollar Tree and the new 24-fitness center opening, and much more!
 
To capitalize on this recent growth, several Committee members set out to market some of the still available properties around town, especially in Williamston’s historic downtown area, along Main Street and Greenville Drive. Over a dozen decals now brighten up our vacant commercial buildings. These decals are designed to inspire and draw attention to the many retail and other commercial opportunities in our area. Some of the ideas include a farm to table restaurant, a fresh market, a design studio, a  jewelry store, and a bakery.
 
Please check out these designs and business opportunities and consider how you can be a part of the exciting changes taking place throughout Williamston!!
 
This project is funded through grant support provided by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC).
 
For more information, please contact:
Sonya Crandall of Envision Williamston at sonyacew@gmail.com or call 864-650-7075.
Download our mobile app at “Williamston SC” or visit www.envisionwilliamston.com
 
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Envision Williamston has limited facade grants available

June 7, 2018   Programs
Envision Williamston is pleased to announce that it is launching the 2018 Façade Improvement Grant Program. This reopening of the Façade Grant Program is designed to stimulate a limited number of additional improvements to the exterior of commercial buildings within the Town of Williamston. The funding of this program is provided through the Palmetto Business Association in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission and Envision Williamston.
For more information: www.envisionwilliamston.com  or contact Sonya Crandall at sonyacew@gmail.com
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Deadline extended for EW Facade Grant applications

November 14, 2017   Events1, Programs
The deadline for applications for round two of the Envision Williamston “Façade Improvement Grant Program,” has been extended through December 29, 2017. Eligible applicants include owners of commercial properties and owners/managers of businesses located within the Town of Williamston.
Grant awards can range from $500 to $2,000. Applicants must match 50% of the total cost or more.
Applications can be picked up at Williamston Municipal Center or printed here
For more information contact Envision Williamston Executive Director Sonya Crandall at 12 W. Main Street Williamston, SC 29697 Email: sonyacew@gmail.com or at  864-847-7473.
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EW announces Phase II Facade Improvement Grant

September 28, 2017   Programs
Envision Williamston is pleased to announce that it is launching a second “Façade Improvement Grant Program,” this fall. It is intended to stimulate improvements to the exterior of commercial buildings within the Town of Williamston. The funding of this program is provided through the Palmetto Business Association in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission and Envision Williamston. A five-person Façade Improvement Steering Committee (FISC) will once again oversee the project.
If missed out on Phase I, you won’t want to left out this time! Grant awards can range from $500 to $2,000. You must match 50% of the total cost or more. For example, on a $4,000 sign or awning project, you would be eligible for a grant of up to $2,000. Your share would be only $2,000. That is a savings of $2,000 to you!
Eligible applicants include owners of commercial properties and owners/managers of businesses located within the Town of Williamston. Business owners/managers who are leasing a building for which improvements are proposed must submit a letter from the owner giving consent and approval of proposed project plans.
Eligible expenditures shall include expenses related solely to exterior improvements. Allowable improvements include exterior building improvements (cosmetic and/or structural), painting, signage, windows, and awnings which are visible from the street.
Apply today!! Applications will be accepted from September 27th through November 10, 2017.
Application forms and guidance can be found on the Envision Williamston website under “Programs.” For more information contact Sonya Crandall at sonyacew@gmail.com
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