Commerce Announces $390,000 in Emergency HEAL Grant Funding

TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced more than $390,000 in Emergency Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (E-HEAL) grants has been awarded to five recipients. More than $770,000 private local matching funds will be added to that total, to help bring rural downtown buildings back from likely demolition or collapse – and rehabilitate them back into productive use.

The Emergency HEAL program provides resources to address sudden and urgent needs of communities with buildings that are at risk of imminent loss, that are causing damage to surrounding downtown buildings, and/or have significant damage due to fire, storms, wind, water, etc. are eligible projects. Projects are to be completed within two years.

“This year, Kansas has had its fair share of weather events that have caused significant damage to many historic buildings,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “The E-HEAL program helps save these structures, creates business opportunities in these communities, and elevates the aesthetic appeal of the downtown areas.” 

With E-HEAL grants, cherished downtown landmarks are being saved from likely demolition and transformed into vibrant spaces that serve a broad spectrum of purposes. A sampling of this round’s funded projects include: retail businesses, wellness centers, housing and restaurants.

E-HEAL grant awardees for Fiscal Year 2024 include:

For more information about E-HEAL, click here.