Elevate your business presence
Resources for Businesses
Designed to support and elevate your business endeavors, we provide resources that offer a wealth of resources tailored to promote upcoming events and activities in downtown Ottawa. Whether you’re a boutique, restaurant, or service provider, this page is your go-to destination for strategies, tools, and guidance to amplify your visibility and engagement within our thriving community.
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A New Kind of Business Incubator
The StartUp Starved Rock Incubator Program was created to support new and early-stage small business owners in Ottawa, Illinois by providing seed funding, education, mentorship, and local connections during the most critical stages of business development.
Whether you’re still shaping your idea, have recently launched, or are working to gain traction, this program is designed to help you take meaningful next steps with confidence.
Assistance with startup costs
Ongoing training and support
Meaningful business connections
Discover Ottawa Gift Card Program
Thousands of dollars in Discover Ottawa Gift Cards have yet to be spent. Make sure customers know they can redeem their gift cards at your location!
Not signed up to accept Discover Ottawa Gift Cards yet? Join fellow downtown businesses in the Discover Ottawa Gift Card program! It’s free to join, and gift cards process the same as regular credit cards. Join today!
Keep local dollars local
Drive foot traffic to your store
No cost to participate
Explore Downtown Ottawa Map Enhanced Listings for Businesses
We’re excited to unveil the Explore Downtown Ottawa Map—a mobile-friendly guide showcasing the very best of downtown dining, shopping, entertainment, public art, and more. Visitors and locals can explore it right from their phones by scanning the Explore Downtown Ottawa QR code found in shop windows throughout downtown.
With easy-to-use filters, users can quickly discover exactly what they’re looking for—restaurants, boutiques, attractions, parks, and hidden gems—making it easier than ever for customers to find you.
Business Owners: Want more visibility?
A Sponsored Business Listing gives your business premium placement on the map, helping you stand out, attract new customers, and stay top-of-mind for both visitors and locals exploring downtown.