ILLUMINATE DOWNTOWN

A Bright Future Awaits

Welcome to our fundraising campaign!

Join us in preserving and celebrating our vibrant downtown by installing artistic, energy-efficient lighting that will enhance its beauty and safety.

Learn more about the project and how to contribute HERE

Placemaking Micro-Grant

Reimagine. Rejuvenate. Revitalize

This program provides businesses ways to activate spaces with positive impacts in the community. Micro-grants for qualifying downtown businesses and property owners are available in two categories:

• Physical space improvement

• Event space activation

Learn more about the program and how to apply HERE

State B&O Tax Credit Program – 75% tax credit

KEEP TAX DOLLARS IN YOUR COMMUNITY

The Main Street Tax Credit Incentive Program offers a 75% for State B&O or Public Utility tax credit for contributions to the Kent Downtown Partnership.  Register with the Department of Revenue (DOR) to qualify.  KDP, a designated Washington Main Street Community and a 501(c)(3) non-profit, may also enable a federal income tax deduction (check with your CPA).

Participating is easy!

  1. Register: Sign in to your DOR account to register a contribution; we can provide you step-by-step instructions or register for you!
  2. Donate: Make your contribution directly to KDP between January and November 1.   Various payment options are available.
  3. Credit:  Once payment is made, we report to the Dept of Revenue, and YOU get a 75% credit on your B&O tax liability the following January.

Note: the credit must be used within that year, as it cannot be carried forward.   More info from the State HERE, or contact the KDP at 253-813-6976.

DOING BUSINESS IN KENT

New business resources, retail/commercial space lease

Merrill Building Circa 1905. 1st Ave S & Gowe Street

Startup looking for a unique niche? Established business seeking a fresh, authentic market?

Historic Kent is a compelling destination for your entrepreneurial dreams!   The unique ambiance and the support from the local community and government make opening a business here a decision that can yield long-term benefits and make a positive impact.

Learn more about downtown HERE

Adopt-A-Street

KEEP MEEKER ST. CLEAN!

The KDP has adopted Meeker Street and is committed to keeping it litter-free. Four times a year on a Saturday morning, many volunteers clean up Meeker and other streets downtown. Join us — you can receive notices of these and other KDP events HERE.

Adopt-a-Street’s mission is to promote civic responsibility and community pride as well as to enhance Kent’s quality of life through clean streets and beautiful neighborhoods.