The Downtown Delray Beach Legacy Business Program is created to recognize, honor and promote the legacy businesses which contribute to the authenticity, history, culture and fabric of the downtown. These independent, locally-owned neighborhood commercial establishments – including retailers, restaurants, bars, manufacturers, service providers and more – are the places that give the city its character. They are the bedrock of our communities and draw visitors and new residents from around the world. Preserving our long standing businesses is critical to maintaining that which makes downtown and all of Delray Beach a special place.
To be considered for the Legacy Business Program, a business must be a valuable cultural establishment within Downtown Delray Beach, operating in the district for 15 years or more, have less than 50 employees, AND (one must apply)
- Be Community Serving
- Be owned by generations of the same family
- Cultivate community tradition and culture
Legacy Businesses will recieve:
- Branding Recognition
- Certificate of recognition
- Window Clings and designation on the Downtown Delray Beach website
- Legacy business door mat to businesses each year
- Plaque for each business recognizing their contribution to the Downtown community
- Promotional & Educational Support
- Feature each business on downtowndelraybeach.com
- Digital Presence & Partnerships
- E-Newsletter Recognition
- Web/Social Interview sharing why they love Delray Beach and a “Ray of Hope” message for other businesses
- Business Mentorship in partnership with Downtown Merchant Association (optional)
