Access to funding can turn ideas into real impact. At the City of Rockford, we develop programs in response to feedback from our business community and stakeholders, ensuring support for businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs at every stage of growth. Our structured funding programs are outlined below, and our Economic Development Team is ready to help you navigate options, solve challenges, and identify the right resources for your project. Each program is designed to strengthen our economic foundation and ensure that every great idea has the support it needs to succeed. Additionally, the City can assist in accessing state and external funding, connecting businesses and organizations with the financial tools they need to innovate, expand, and create jobs.