MISSION:

The purpose of the Phoenix Artist Storefront Program is to facilitate the renovation of eligible commercial real property for art-related projects within a designated area of greater downtown Phoenix to achieve the following goals:

• Eliminate slum and blight, and promote redevelopment and neighborhood revitalization
• Increase artist owned and occupied gallery, live-work and/or studio space
• Increase the number of downtown arts-related venues open to the public
• Improve aesthetics of the area and enhance the overall quality of life for Phoenix residents
• Foster the creation of an arts and culture district as a downtown destination
• Stimulate and attract art and arts-related activities open to the general public in downtown Phoenix