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Since launching in 2021, Seattle Restored has transformed over 100 vacant storefronts into vibrant pop-up shops, window art installations, and artist residencies. By activating these spaces, the program has boosted local business sales, increased foot traffic, and contributed to beautification and safety in these areas. For participating artists and small businesses, Seattle Restored offers a vital platform to grow their customer base and expand their inventory and teams. This support has enabled many to thrive, turning short-term opportunities into lasting success and fostering a more diverse and dynamic local economy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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111<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activated Locations<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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215<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Participants<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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11<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neighborhoods<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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90%<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BIPOC and\/or Woman-Owned<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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24<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Long-Term Leases<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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$2.5M<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Program Facilitated Sales<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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2024 Report<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our 2024 Seattle Restored report highlights a year of activation and impact, featuring stories and data from the program, including participant survey results, demographics, activation recaps, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read the Report<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOur involvement in Seattle Restored has allowed me to turn a dream into a reality. I have been able to open a storefront and turn my dream into something tangible. We have been able to connect with the community and have received such amazing feedback on the business and our events. We are able to do all of this without worrying about the cost of rent and focus on what matters- building the community and bringing back thriving downtown space.\u201d <\/p>Sierra Jones, Owner of Inside<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Participant Sales<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Throughout their participation in the program, participants submitted monthly sales reports to measure the program\u2019s economic output. Through Seattle Restored pop-ups, window art installations, and events, our participants have made over $1 million in sales.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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SPACES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Seattle Restored partners with 15 different property management companies, representing 29 vacant storefronts across 10 Seattle neighborhoods. These established relationships proved to be valuable, creating a built-in trust and legitimacy for the program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSeattle Restored is real investment into our communities and artists here in Seattle. It’s wonderful to see the beauty that is possible in even the smallest spaces.\u201d <\/p>Jay Stoneking, Visual Artist and Graphic Novelist <\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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