Since entering the Renaissance Kentucky program in the fall of 1998, the City of Stanford has received over $1.5 million in funding for downtown projects. These projects include:

• Facade Improvements  $37,500
• Streetscape Improvements  $200,000
• Direct Appropriation Funds  $72,500
• Major Revitalization  $159,800
• Tea 21 Grant  $100,000
• Management Support  $15,000
• Historic Rehab Tax Credit  $520,560
• Presbyterian Mtg. House  $500,000
• Renaissance Grant $150,000 
• Renaissance Grant $85,000
• Tourism Grant $1,500

• First Southern Bank is now complete after major renovation to restore it’s façade to its original appearance.
• Harvey Helm Museum, one of the first Presbyterian log churches in Kentucky, is now completed after major renovation and restoration.

• L& N Depot - the original structure, built in 1866 was replaced by the existing building in 1912. Completely renovated, is now a museum and community center with park and walking trail.
• Willys-Overland Motors Dealership building conversion to a parking garage.
• Mesh windows and concrete flooring have been added to parking garage.
• Hanging flower baskets for street lights (Norticulture Class, LCHS)
• Art forms for quilt display (Mr. Gevedoui's Class & others, LC Technical School)
• Memory Trees - St. Asaph Creek
• Benches, Landscaping - St. Asaph Creek
• Display of "Preserve America Signage"