The Downtown Mount Pleasant Exterior Improvement Grant was started by Main Street Mount Pleasant in 2003 to encourage property owners in Mount Pleasant's historic downtown district to do exterior renovations on their properties. The EIG program, funded by the City of Mount Pleasant, offers up to $5000 in matching funds for projects that will improve the appearance of the downtown. Eligible projects include: new signs, new awnings, period lighting, new paint, removal/replacement of inappropriate elements, etc. Applications are usually accepted each year in March. For more information or an application, please contact Main Street Mount Pleasant at 319-385-3101.