In an effort to help one Rochelle business improve its curb appeal, Rochelle Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors established the Curb Appeal Makeover Contest. A program to fund the facility improvements of one member business with a monetary grant of up to $5,000. All interested members are required to complete a simple application and adhere to the contest criteria. An independent selection committee of five, appointed by the Chamber Board, will make the final decision after reviewing all eligible applications. The contest winner will be announced shortly after the contest ends. The purpose of the contest is simple – to improve aesthetics and provide an opportunity for the Chamber to give monetary support to its members. Many businesses will benefit from their program.

When completing the application, our committee encourages you to “paint the picture” of your ideas and design for them. We know that as a small business owner you are out of the box thinkers and we want to see that. We also know that nobody knows what your vision is better than you, so help us to see that vision. Include all project details, photos, and descriptions for how you will be enhancing your businesses’ curb appeal. We are proud to partner once again with Central Bank Illinois by their offering of a $10,000 loan interest free to the award winner (the applicant/winner must qualify with the bank requirements for the loan). We thank them for helping to see the amazing value in this program for the community they serve.

You can pick up an application at the Chamber office or download it on their website here.