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START STRONG IN DOWNTOWN KANKAKEE

Downtown Kankakee isn’t just rich in history, it’s full of opportunity. Whether you’re opening your first storefront or expanding your next venture, this is a place where vision meets determination. Our community values hard work, creativity, and progress, and we’re here to help turn great ideas into thriving businesses.

Below, you’ll find helpful resources if you choose to open a business in our historic Downtown Kankakee district.  We have our KDC Facade Program to help you revitalize your business front, and the KDC Rent Match program helping you put your best foot forward for success. Downtown Kankakee is ready to collaborate, uplift, and grow together with our hardworking individuals and companies that make this town run so beautifully.

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KDC RENT MATCH PROGRAM

The KDC Rent Match Program helps building owners attract new businesses by matching free rent offers for tenants opening or relocating to the KDC district.

KDC FACADE PROGRAM

The KDC Façade Program offers up to 50% reimbursement to building owners who make significant improvements to their building's exterior, with some interior work also eligible.

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LOOKING TO START A BUSINESS?

Incentives are available to start right here in Downtown Kankakee!

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