Written by: City of Peoria Department of Economic Development Services
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At the City of Peoria, we’re proud of our dynamic and growing business community—and we’re passionate about helping it thrive! Whether you’re launching your dream startup or taking your established business to the next level, our team is here with a full menu of free programs, services and opportunities to support your success.
- Peoria Plates – Workshops and 1:1 assistance for local restaurants and food-based businesses.
- Grand Canyon Entrepreneur Training Program – A four-month, no-cost program with pitch/demo days and funding opportunities. A new cohort will start in early 2026.
- Grow Peoria – Program that connects businesses with underutilized space to those in need of space for subleasing opportunities.
- Business Briefs – A monthly e-newsletter packed with workshops, grants, updates and opportunities.
- Business Visitation Program – Submit a request for a visit for personalized assistance.
- Business & Coffee Meetups – Monthly networking events with guest speakers and resource sharing. Follow City of Peoria on Eventbrite for dates/times.
- Business Retention & Expansion Team – Dedicated to helping businesses stay and grow in Peoria.
Services & Opportunities
- Business Concierge Program – Personalized help navigating city departments and resources.
- Tax & Licensing Workshops – Held in-person in Peoria in partnership with the Arizona Department of Revenue. A dedicated City of Peoria tax team is available to answer your questions at [email protected].
- Graffiti Removal – Peoria takes graffiti seriously and strives to remove or remediate instances of graffiti quickly.
- Become a Vendor with Materials Management and receive notification of opportunities to work with the city.
- Special Events – Participate in signature events, Spring Training promotions, and more.
- Arts & Culture Grant Program. Applications open early 2026 for community event grants ranging from $500 – $20,000.
- Teach a Class – Share your passion and expertise. Submit a proposal and we will take care of the registration.
- Hiring Events – Join our next hiring event with Arizona@Work to secure talent.
- Amplify Podcast Studio and free conference and study rooms available at Peoria Main Library; simply reserve online.
- Traffic Counts – Useful for marketing, planning, and location purposes.
- Launch & Learn Series – In-person workshops on starting and growing your business.
Stay Connected
Follow City of Peoria, Arizona on LinkedIn to stay informed. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, Peoria is here to help. If you or someone you know needs assistance, visit www.PeoriaIsThePlace.com or email us at [email protected]. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
