The city of Fountain Inn announced June 21 its Main Street Grant Program received a Preservation Service Award, an annual award administered by Preservation South Carolina, at a June 20 ceremony in the South Carolina State House.
The city program provides reimbursement-based grants for outdoor expansion and beautification, façade improvement, and outdoor seating and accessories for tourism and hospitality businesses.
“We are deeply honored to receive the Preservation Service Award,” said Fountain Inn Mayor GP McLeer. “This recognition is a testament to the collaborative spirit and unwavering dedication of our community, City Council, and preservation partners who have worked tirelessly to protect our heritage for future generations.”
In 2022-23, the city used $250,000 in American Rescue Plan funds to establish the Main Street Grant Program. From this investment, downtown Fountain Inn has seen almost $6 million in private investment, 59 new jobs created and 41 buildings rehabilitated, according to the city.
