LA County Commercial Acquisition Fund: $2.6 Million Available, Applications Open May 5, 2026

Los Angeles County and Genesis LA are launching the second cycle of the LA County Commercial Acquisition Fund. The program is making about $2.6 million available in forgivable financing to help eligible applicants buy commercial property and keep neighborhood-serving spaces in local hands.

What the Funding Covers

• Purchase of vacant, abandoned, under-leased, or under-utilized commercial properties
• Projects that revitalize commercial corridors and reduce displacement pressure
• Owner-occupied or leased community-serving commercial space, with at least 51% of commercial area leased to small businesses if tenants are involved

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include independently owned small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and mission-aligned developers in Los Angeles County. Small businesses generally must have $16 million or less in average annual gross receipts over the last three years and 100 employees or fewer (or 25 or fewer for manufacturers). Applicants also need a Los Angeles County business address, at least three years of active operations, and good standing.

How to Apply

• Available funding: About $2.6 million
• Application release: May 5, 2026
• Apply / sign up for updates: LA County CAF program page
• Program announcement: County press release

Source: Pasadena Now, Los Angeles County, and LA County CAF