Local Business and Commerce Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to businesses and nonprofit organizations in Hennepin County, Minnesota, to implement projects that prevent waste and promote the use of reusable materials.

The City of Bakersfield is now accepting applications for its Façade Improvement Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Bakersfield State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/07/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of the Façade Improvement Grant Program (FIGP) is to be a catalyst for improving the exterior of business-use properties that result in quality improvements and enhancements that benefit the business and the City. The improvements must enhance the appearance of the property and the environment in which the property is located. The FIGP has been established as a one-time program to provide grant funding for business owners and/or property owners of retail, commercial, industrial and office properties in the focus area to complete exterior improvements to business-use properties. The grant is not intended for new “ground up construction” but for improvement of existing large scale commercial buildings and the property around them. Funding Information The City anticipates awarding funds to 4-6 projects. Any awarded funding $100,000 and over will require a 10% match in private investment and a public hearing before the City Council. For example, if an applicant is awarded a grant for $150,000 in eligible improvements, the applicant is required to match $15,000 (10% of $150,000). In this example, a business or property owner can realize a total of $165,000 in improvements with a $15,000 investment. Private investment may exceed the matching grant portion of the project if, for example, interior improvements are included in the scope of work even though they are not eligible for the grant.  Purchase of the materials and services shall be funded in whole or in part by a grant from the U.S. Treasury and as such the recipient shall be required to abide by certain Federal provisions and requirements. The procurement regulations and guidelines require that all agreements with sub-recipients for projects using these funds adhere to all applicable requirements relating but not limited to non-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, training and business opportunity, and non-segregated facilities. Eligible Activities  The purpose of the FIGP is for significant and impactful façade improvements and renovations that includes improvements or renovations of existing buildings. For example, a cumulative number of eligible activities that may include a combination of several of the following: structural façade improvements, paint, awnings, signs, addition of architectural detail to façade, façade tile or stone accents, decorative entry walkway area, outside dining with decorative features, irrigated landscape/flower planters or pots, outside decorative lighting, and/or new windows. Eligible Applicants  Small Business – has no more than 500 employees or, if applicable, the size standard in number of employees established by the Administrator of the Small Business Administration for the industry in which the business concern or organization operates; and (2) Is a small business concern as defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632). Non-profit – a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.  Impacted Industry – an industry or businesses within an “impacted” industry that experienced a negative economic impact during the pandemic including tourism, travel, and hospitality. If the industry is outside of travel, tourism or hospitality sectors, the industry is impacted if: 1) The industry experienced at least 8 percent employment loss from pre-pandemic levels, or 2) The industry is experiencing comparable or worse economic impacts as the tourism, travel and hospitality industries as of the date the ARPA Final Rule (published 12/6/2022). For more information, visit City of Bakersfield.

Continuous Improvement Grants of up to $25,000 will focus on the three amplified areas in the Foundation’ vision statement by which all Spartanburg County residents can reach their human potential quality of life, educational achievement, and economic mobility. Donor Name: Spartanburg County Foundation State: South Carolina County: Spartanburg County (SC) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Focus Areas Quality of Life This area addresses opportunities to improve the overall well-being of Spartanburg County residents through access to community and cultural programs, activities, and green spaces; improvement of physical and mental health with cultural competence; and access to resources that provide household stability. Examples of these opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Community/cultural programs, physical activities that strengthen health and well-being, outdoor spaces accessible to the community Care for uninsured adults and children, Spanish speaking staff, programs to address mental health needs for diverse populations Mobile food markets, rent/mortgaging assistance, utility assistance, home repairs Educational Achievement This area is focused on reducing barriers to academic success and improving the educational achievement of Spartanburg County residents through supportive services and programs for K-12 students, access to post-secondary education and careers, and opportunities for return-to-learn adults. Examples of these opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Mentoring, out-of-school-time programs, summer learning/learning loss prevention Internships, programs for first-year college students GED completion, internet access, books and other academic materials Economic Mobility This area is focused on improving the potential for upward economic mobility in the Spartanburg County community through increased ability for financial self-sufficiency, opportunities for asset building, and access to affordable and reliable transportation. Examples of these opportunities may include, but are not limited to: Job training/certification, job search/placement, financial coaching Small/minority business development, home ownership assistance programs Supplements for transportation costs, transportation programs for rural areas, ride sharing Project Period Grants from the Spartanburg County Foundation are for a period of one year. Eligibility Criteria The Spartanburg County Foundation only considers organizations and institutions that are recognized as 501(c)(3) nonprofit and/or tax-exempt entities providing services to residents of Spartanburg County, South Carolina. Institutions and organizations located outside of Spartanburg County may be eligible for funding; however, funding is restricted to benefit Spartanburg County residents only. Organizations that serve multiple counties must clearly show impact in Spartanburg County and that the funds will remain in Spartanburg County. Organizations must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal non-discrimination laws and policies. The Spartanburg County Foundation seeks to support organizations who can demonstrate the following: Alignment with the Foundation’s mission and vision. Services that help Spartanburg County residents achieve their human potential. Data-informed responses to one or more of the three Continuous Improvement areas (Quality of Life, Educational Achievement, & Economic Mobility). Comprehensive measurement and evaluation tools that track organizational and programmatic outcomes. Potential to leverage funding from multiple sources. For more information, visit SPCF.

The City of Twentynine Palms is thrilled to announce the launch of its 2024-2025 Community Event Grant program. Donor Name: City of Twentynine Palms State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Aimed at showcasing the city’s vibrant culture and fostering community engagement, these grants offer support for events that celebrate Twentynine Palms’ character, diversity, and history. Funding Information Range of Event Grant Awards: The minimum amount allocated is $1,000, and the maximum amount allocated is $10,000. Partial Funding: The Event Ad Hoc Committee and the City Council reserve the right to not grant the full amount requested from the applicant. Distribution of Funds: Recipients will be provided with 75% of the funding upfront and the remaining 25% upon completion of the event. For instance, a grant awarded in the amount of $10,000 will be provided with $7,500 upfront and $2,500 upon completion. Eligibility Criteria  Non-profit organizations, businesses, and individuals are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in event organization is required to ensure the successful execution of proposed activities. Residency in Twentynine Palms is not mandatory. Goals: Events should showcase Twentynine Palms’ character, diversity, or history. Events should not be intended to celebrate or recognize a small group, such as reunions. It is encouraged that events be free to attend and open to the public. Event Location: Events must occur within the City of Twentynine Palms limits. Applicants must provide a preliminary Venue Agreement as part of their application. Target Audience: Events should primarily benefit the citizens of Twentynine Palms, enhancing their quality of life. ADA Accessibility: Events must be held at ADA-accessible venues, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity. For more information, visit City of Twentynine Palms.

This grant provides financial support for small businesses and nonprofit organizations in Hennepin County, Minnesota, to improve their recycling and organics recycling efforts by acquiring containers and compostable bags.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and informal arts and culture groups for public arts and culture events and programs in Georgetown.

The NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant is an opportunity under the NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Grant Program partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and Greater Hudson Heritage Network (GHHN) that provides funds for treatment procedures to aid in stabilizing and preserving objects held in collections of museums, historical, and cultural organizations in New York State. Donor Name: Greater Hudson Heritage Network State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The work must be performed by, or under direct supervision of, a professional conservator. Additional funding from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation supports projects from Long Island and New York City. Funding Priorities The NYSCA/GHHN CONSERVATION TREATMENT GRANT embraces the widest spectrum of cultural expression and artistic pluralism and encourages organizations to demonstrate a holistic and comprehensive DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion, and access) commitment. They believe the objects an organization choose to conserve tells a story of what is valued. The funding priorities value objects and stories that tell a more inclusive narrative of New York State. Therefore: The NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant will consider all eligible 3D objects for conservation, however they encourage requests for support of objects involving historically marginalized and underrepresented communities.  For the purposes of this grant, historically marginalized and underrepresented communities may include: African American/Caribbean, Latino/Hispanic, Asian/Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, Native American/Indigenous; LGBTQIA and people with disabilities. Additionally, objects that interpret the stories of New York State are strongly encouraged for conservation. Funding Information Individual grant awards will not exceed $7,500. No match is required. Uses of funds  Support is available for conservation treatment of paintings, works on paper (including individual drawings, watercolors, prints or photographs), textiles (including costumes, domestic textiles, and upholstery), furniture, frames, sculpture, historical, ethnographic, and decorative objects. Frames are an integral part of a painting and applicants must address frame condition and treatment when applying for painting conservation. Support is also available for treatment costs for supports, stands, and mounts that are integral to the treatment of the object. Grants will support in-state transportation costs for the objects and/or the conservators, and the cost of insurance for the work(s) to be treated. Requests for treatment of outdoor sculpture must include the description of an​ on-going maintenance program already in existence, or one to be implemented, at your institution. An engineer’s report may be required for some sculptures. Eligibility Criteria  Any nonprofit organization including museums, historical organizations or other cultural institutions incorporated in or registered to do business in New York State, that own, care for and exhibit collections to the public may apply. Proof of non-profit status may be requested. Applicant organizations must not have in-house conservation staff with expertise in the area for which support is requested. Projects must be performed by, or under the director supervision of a professional conservator. Applicant organizations must be open to the public; by appointment only does not suffice. Organizations may submit only one request, which may involve a single object or a group of related objects, all owned by the applicant institution. Collections owned by state agencies and religious institutions are ineligible for grant support. Federal and municipal museums and historic sites who are interested in applying must contact the Conservation Treatment Grant administrator to discuss eligibility. Eligible institutions of all sizes are welcome to request support from this   state-wide program; those with small budgets are encouraged to apply. If granted, funds from this program shall adhere to New York State Education Law Section 3.27, Rules of the Board of Regents regardless of whether the applicant is a museum or not For more information, visit GHHN.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, food pantries, schools, and farmers markets in Columbia County, New York, to improve access to fresh and healthy food for low-income households and address food insecurity.

Clackamas County Public Health Division (CCPHD) Tobacco Prevention and Education Program (TPEP) is seeking applications from independently owned Clackamas County convenience stores to reduce the impact of tobacco on public health. Donor Name: Clackamas County Public Health Division (CCPHD) State: Oregon County: Clackamas County (OR) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/08/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: CCPHD TPEP will dedicate a portion of the tobacco tax revenue, allocated by the Oregon Healthy Authority, to one convenience store retailer agreeing to support community health by ending their tobacco sales and transitioning their business model to better support community health. Supporting the Retailer In addition to grant funding, TPEP will offer the following support to the retailer: Ongoing technical assistance to support the development and implementation of a new business plan. Assistance will be made available by LivelihoodNW, a local non-profit aiding businesses in all industries and at all stages of operation. Assistance in getting authorized to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Women, Infants and Children (WIC) benefits from customers (if applicable). Connections to local producers and distributors to learn about opportunities to introduce new product categories and items. Professionally designed promotional materials to showcase new products and engage customers. Earned media and community outreach to highlight the new business model and commitment to community health as well as draw new customers. Benefits to the Retailer A Clackamas County retailer may benefit from healthy retail in several ways, including: Taking advantage of products with higher mark-ups than tobacco. Reaching new customers and expanding their customer base. Saving money on tobacco licenses. Staying ahead of trending tobacco regulations. Earning free store publicity. Differentiating their business from others in the community. Reducing crime associated with tobacco sales. Supporting a healthy community. Funding Information Up to $20,000 is available to help one retailer refocus their business model to one that supports a healthy community. Grant Period November 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following requirements: Own an independently operated convenience store located in Clackamas County that is not part of a corporate franchise or owned by a corporate entity (such as 7-11, Plaid Pantry, etc.) and has authority to determine which products the business carries. Hold a valid, current Oregon Tobacco Retail License. Actively sell tobacco products as of the application deadline for this notice of funding opportunity. Must hold the following insurance and limits depending on the scope of the proposed project: Commercial General Liability, Commercial Automobile Liability, Professional Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Abuse and Molestation Liability and Cyber Risk Limits. For more information, visit CCPHD.

This program provides financial support to social equity-licensed cannabis businesses in Cook County to help cover startup and operational costs, prioritizing those in historically marginalized communities.

This program provides funding to local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government entities for tourism-related projects and events that attract visitors to Roseburg.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to new businesses in Campbell County, Virginia, helping them grow and succeed through entrepreneurial training and mentorship.

The City of Shreveport, through its Department of Community Development, is pleased to announce the availability of this Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) for Affordable Rental Housing Proposals. Donor Name: City of Shreveport State: Louisiana City: Shreveport Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/17/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This opportunity is made possible through funding consideration under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program American Rescue Plan (HOME ARP). The purpose of this Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) is to solicit proposals from experienced and established agencies. Only responders with demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing affordable housing, operating non-congregate or transitional housing, supportive service programs and having extensive experience with federal policies, procedures, and programs need to apply to this solicitation. The City of Shreveport will not fund more than three qualified entities to provide affordable rental housing development, rehabilitation, to qualified populations based on the eligible uses outlined in The City of Shreveport’s HOME-ARP Allocation Plan approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Eligible Activities  Based on the information obtained from the community survey, focus groups and community consultations, HOME-ARP has been elected to fund the following activities under this NOFA: Production or Preservation of Affordable Housing New construction or rehabilitation – of property intended to provided HOME-ARP rental housing for a minimum of 15 years. Property acquisition – must be undertaken only with respect to a particular housing project intended to provide HOME-ARP rental housing for a minimum of 15 years. Acquisition of vacant land – must be undertaken only with respect to a particular housing project intended to provide HOME-ARP rental housing for a minimum of 15 years. Qualifying Populations HOME-ARP funds must be used to primarily benefit individuals or families from the following qualifying populations: Homeless, as defined in section 103(a) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302(a)). At-risk of homelessness, as defined in section 401(1) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11360(1)). Fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking, as defined by the Secretary. In other populations where providing supportive services or assistance under section 212(a) of the Act (42 U.S.C. 12742(a)) would prevent the family’s homelessness or would serve those with the greatest risk of housing instability. Eligibility Criteria  The City will accept applications from the following qualified and experienced housing development organizations: Not -For-Profit Organizations For-Profit Organizations Public Agencies Partnerships between the same. In addition to the items listed in the Minimum Eligibility Statement and Requirements, applicant entity must also meet the following criteria: Be organized and existing to do business in the State of Louisiana, or if organized in another state, must be qualified to do business in the State of Louisiana. Demonstrate at least three (3) years of related housing development and management experience in Louisiana. For the purposes of this program, “related housing experience” means the development, ownership, and management of affordable rental housing. Demonstrate the financial capacity necessary to undertake, complete, and manage the proposed project, as demonstrated by its ability to own, construct, or rehabilitate and manage and operate affordable rental housing. The City will evaluate the experience of the entire proposed team with owning, developing, and managing projects of similar size and scope serving the intended population proposed. Applicants and their development team must undergo an evaluation by the City of their capacity before the applicant may qualify as an eligible (“Recipient”). Have demonstrated understanding of the Federal, State and local housing programs used in conjunction with HOME funds to ensure compliance with all applicable program requirements and regulations. Certify that HOME-ARP Units will comply with Program requirements during the entire period that begins upon selection and ending upon the conclusion of all HOME funded compliance or Affordability Periods. Applicant must not debarred or excluded from receiving federal assistance prior to selection or entering into the grant contract with the City. For more information, visit City of Shreveport.

The City of Bellevue is currently requesting proposals from organizations with projects that may be suitable for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Donor Name: City of Bellevue State: Washington City: Bellevue Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City is considering non-construction Capital projects (e.g. architectural & engineering and other soft costs; single-family home rehabilitation; weatherization; acquisition or pre-acquisition costs) and Economic Development projects (e.g. microenterprise business assistance). The City is not seeking Public Services projects (e.g. homeless services, counseling, food banks, senior services, etc.) at this time. Projects must comply with U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) CDBG program regulations (24 CFR Part 570). The amount of funding available for this Request for Proposals is estimated to be $1,000,000 in PY2025 funds ($850,000 in estimated entitlement funds and $150,000 in estimated program income). The actual amount available is dependent upon the 2025 federal CDBG budget, HUD’s allocation formula, and actual program income received by the City. The City makes no guarantees regarding the availability or awarding of CDBG funding. Projects selected via this RFP will be part of the 2025-2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan. Eligible Activities  Examples of CDBG eligible activities that the City will consider funding include: Acquisition of real property, pre-acquisition costs, or design-related (architectural and engineering) and other soft costs (i.e., non-construction). Acquisition/Rehabilitation of public facilities. Home repair/rehabilitation, maintenance and weatherization activities. Microenterprise business assistance and development. Eligibility Criteria  CDBG projects must be implemented by a nonprofit organization or public agency. Nonprofit organizations leasing a facility may request CDBG funds to improve the facility provided the property owner agrees to a restricted use of the property for a specified length of time. The City will prioritize funding recommendations for agencies/organizations with a verifiable history of receiving and administering funds from HUD. For more information, visit City of Bellevue.

The City of Canby is excited to announce the 2024 Business Enhancement Grant Program. Donor Name: City of Canby State: Oregon City: Canby Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The program was created to assist local, Canby businesses. The grant can be spent on projects, programs, and events which improve and enrich Canby. Local businesses seeking funding from the Business Enhancement Grant program must be located within Canby city limits and the funding must be put toward a project that supports and engages the Canby community. Grant applications should focus on capacity building, program creation, investments in equipment, innovative or expansion programming. Any and all changes to projects, programs, or events funded by the Business Enhancement Grant must be approved by City of Canby Economic Development staff. If the scope of the grant-funded work is changed without approval from the Economic Development department, the applicant may not be eligible to apply for the Business Enhancement Grant in the future. Funding Information The City of Canby has budgeted $50,000 for the Business Enhancement Grant in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Eligible applicants will be able to apply for up to $2,500 for projects, programs, or events. Event, Program, and Project Eligibility Criteria The following criteria is to be used as a guide for applicants for the types of activities funded by the Business Enhancement Grant program. The Review Committee will consider the uniqueness and overall quality of each request. Events, programs, and projects will be considered eligible provided it: Builds capacity, encourages innovation or expansion, creates new programming, or investments in equipment; and, Enhances and supports Canby’s unique history, culture, education, diversity, arts, needed services, or community involvement with and/or for the benefit of Canby; Encourages and fosters advances in civic engagement or community leadership; Promotes community involvement with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at the forefront to ensure all of Canby’s unique and diverse residents benefit from the projects funded by the Canby Business Enhancement Grants. Eligibility Criteria Applicant must be an authorized representative of a local business located within Canby city limits. An applicant will only be eligible to apply for a grant if any previously awarded grant projects (which would have been funded in 2023 as part of the Community Enhancement Grant) complied with all grant procedures including submitting final grant report. Canby’s Business Enhancement Grants may not be used for costs associated with salaries or operations. For more information, visit City of Canby.

Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa’s Black Hawk County Grants one-time grants awarded to organizations and projects that benefit residents of Black Hawk County, Iowa. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa State: Iowa County: Black Hawk County (IA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Areas Arts and Culture Access- Programs that offer new and expanded access to arts and cultural opportunities. Infrastructure– Programs and projects that protect history and make long-lasting impacts in the community. Talent Development- Programs that help grow the visual and performing creative class in their community Community Betterment Economic Development– Programs that create or expand businesses, create new jobs opportunities, and leverage outside financial support. Civic Engagement– Programs that support civic action, service learning, and cross-cultural understanding. Shared Amenities- Through the creation or expansion of public amenities like parks and trails, libraries, farmers’ markets, etc. Education and Youth Development Child Care-Programs that address the academic, health, and social/emotional needs of children pre-kindergarten. Mentorship-Through K-12 programs that provide guided and continuous mentoring, coaching, and teaching during or outside regular school hours that improve academic performance. Career Readiness- Through 9-12 programs that support postsecondary attainment and workforce readiness. Environment and Animal Welfare Conservation- Through projects that protect ecosystems and minimize their use of natural resources. Restoration- Through projects that work to re-establish the healthy functions of ecosystems. Education- Programs that foster a stronger awareness and understanding of environmental and sustainability issues. Health Case Management- Programs that provide guided and continuous behavioral healthcare and wellness services. Prevention- Programs that focus on education, physical health screening, and suicide prevention. Access- Programs that expand access to high-quality physical and mental healthcare Human Service Case Management- Through programs that help people overcome barriers to self-sufficiency. Prevention- Programs that focus on prevention of child abuse, violence, and substance abuse. Basic Needs- Programs that meet basic human needs of food, shelter, housing, transportation, and emergency assistance. The Community Foundation prioritizes requests that align with their community initiatives and program areas and embraces organizations that work to address two or more of these. The Community Foundation has identified community initiatives to provide focus on what we fund and how they spend the time in community initiatives and leadership. Those include: Advancing Racial Equity – They are committed to supporting organizations and initiatives that are BIPOC-led and/or support BIPOC populations. Expanding Child Care – They strive to increase equitable, accessible, and sustainable child care opportunities. Enhancing the Arts – They work to enrich and enhance an inclusive arts community that amplifies diverse voices and viewpoints. Strengthening Workforce Readiness – They support the community-wide need to create a more qualified, prepared workforce for the future. Building Nonprofit Capacity – They want to build the capacity of their nonprofit partners so their work is strengthened to serve their community well. Funding Information The majority of competitive grants range from $5,000 to $25,000. Eligibility Criteria Organizations must provide benefits to the people of Black Hawk County and meet the following criteria: Be classified as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or be a government entity. Tax-exempt organizations classified as other than 501(c)(3) are also eligible if and only if the project is deemed charitable. For groups, projects, or initiatives that do not meet the above eligibility requirement, we will consider projects submitted through a fiscal sponsor. Fiscal sponsors must be classified as a 501(c)(3) or a government entity. CFNEIA prefers the fiscal sponsor’s mission closely align with the sponsored project. Applicants must be current with all state and federal reporting requirements. In addition, the following conditions must be met: Applicants must not have any past due grant reports for previous CFNEIA grants. Applicants with a separate supporting, eligible organization (like a “friends of” or a foundation) can apply through either the organization or through its supporting organization, but not both. The Foundation encourages applications to be submitted through the supporting organization. The Foundation will consider requests for capital campaigns but will not provide multiple grants (in subsequent years) for the same campaign. For more information, visit CFNEIA.

The Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area (GCRA), a Department of the City of Gainesville, is offering this “Downtown Event Program” to assist organizations and businesses with up to $5,000 of grant funds to enable event programming within Downtown Gainesville. Donor Name: Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: All Time Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: This Program can also work in concert with the City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs (PRCA) Special Event Additional Support (SEAS) grant program to assist with renting space at PRCA locations throughout Downtown Gainesville, such as Bo Diddley Plaza, Sweetwater Park and Depot Park. This Program will be implemented on a limited basis until such time that the City creates a permanent replacement program that has been reviewed by the Downtown Advisory Board and approved by the City Commission. The maximum allocation from GCRA’s Downtown Strategic Plan budget to this temporary program is $50,000 without further City Manager approval of increased funds. Grant Period The Program will only fund events that take place between June 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, unless otherwise extended by the City Manager and subject to the availability of funds. Eligibility Requirements  To be eligible, the event must be within Downtown Gainesville. Event must take place on publicly owned spaces (ex: parks, roads, etc.). Funding is available to both not-for-profit organizations as well as businesses and other entities putting on an event within Downtown Gainesville. Government entities are not eligible for this Program. Funding is limited to events that do not already receive financial funding from the City. The City supplying in-kind services or waived fees does not count as financial funding in this context. The proposed event must not conflict with the City’s goals, core programs, and services. Program funding may be used for event-related expenses such as advertising, entertainment, equipment rental, rental of facilities, and/or security. Other funding uses may be granted if deemed during the application review and approval process to be in the Program’s spirit. The Applicant is required to provide general liability insurance documentation as part of the Application and must include it post-event when submitting for the grant reimbursement. The event shall not have a predominantly religious or political purpose. The event shall not involve or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The event shall not promote the use of tobacco products, illegal drugs or activities, gambling, or a sexually oriented business; or involve obscene or sexually explicit materials or content. For more information, visit Gainesville CRA.

The Cambridge Small Business E-Commerce Grant is a special grant program providing relief to local businesses heavily impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Donor Name: City of Cambridge State: Massachusetts City: Cambridge Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of this grant is to help local Cambridge businesses remain competitive as there was an increase in customer online ordering and shopping due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Funding Information Cambridge businesses may be eligible to receive up to $4,000 for e-commerce, software, and/or point of sale systems. Eligibility Criteria If your answer to most of these questions is  “yes,”  you could be eligible for this grant: Is your current non-franchise business located and operating in Cambridge, MA? Do you have 25 or fewer full-time employees including yourself? Did you open your business on or before March 3, 2021? Is your business still in operation? Can you provide business tax returns or profit and loss statements that your business loss sales/revenue between 2019 (pre-COVID-19 pandemic) or 2020 and 2021? Does your business need a website? Did your business not have a website prior to March 2021? Do you need an e-commerce or online ordering or booking system for your business or your current website? Do you need a new point-of-sale, scheduling, or register system that can connect to your website? Did you upgrade your business point-of sale system (including software), develop a website, or did you add e-commerce to your website after March 3, 2021? Do you have the paperwork to prove you made these upgrades? Do you need training to make sure you can update your e-commerce website on your own? Can you complete your website, e-commerce, and/or point of sale system improvements by December 31, 2024? Businesses NOT eligible for this grant:  Businesses not located in Cambridge, MA Cambridge businesses that recently closed Cambridge businesses that have signed a lease, opened, or started on or before April 2021. Businesses must be in operation prior to April 2021. Cambridge businesses that cannot provide taxes or sales documents that show a loss of sales/revenues from 2019 and 2021 Businesses not currently compliant with all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to zoning, licensing, and permits Although cannabis businesses are permitted in the City of Cambridge, the use and possession of cannabis is illegal under federal law for any purpose. Since this is a federally-funded program, cannabis businesses are not eligible for the program Businesses that received a City-ARPA Grant (such as the Restaurant-Nightlife Relief Grant or Small Business Relief Grant) and have not provided proof of use for those grants to City staff. For more information, visit City of Cambridge.

The City of Lafayette offers grants to directly support the preservation of older buildings. Donor Name: City of Lafayette State: Colorado City: Lafayette Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/24/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Lafayette Historic Preservation Board (HPB) is offering competitive grants of up to $3,000 for a building improvement project on older buildings in Lafayette that meets the following: Age of Building (House, Outbuilding, Barn, etc.): 50 years old or older Eligible Structures Commercial buildings Houses Churches Outbuildings and barns  Project Characteristics may include Extends the life of the building and/or enhances the historic character of the building Keeps historic materials to the extent possible; otherwise, uses identical or similar materials Removes non-historic features or materials to expose historic ones Eligible Improvements may include, but are not limited to: Structural improvements like foundation repair. Restoration and repair of original windows and doors and weather sealing. Roof repair or replacement. Installation of gutters and site drainage work. Restoration and cleaning of masonry, including brick, stone and concrete. Power washing is discouraged on any building receiving grant funding. Restoration or reconstruction of original architectural details of the building, such as materials, porch, cornice and window details, using historic materials. Painting A paint analysis to determine the original color is encouraged. Painting over brick is discouraged. All required building permits must be obtained. Location Within Lafayette city limits Eligibility Criteria  To be eligible, buildings must be at least 50 years old and within Lafayette city limits. Improvement projects will be considered based on the following criteria: Longevity – Impact of the project on the lifespan of the building Appearance – Use of historic materials where applicable Use of a Lafayette-based business or do-it-yourself (DIY) Urgency of need will be assessed Research was done on the property (Sources could include Carnegie Library, Miner’s Museum contacts, Lafayette Historical Society, Lafayette’s HPB website, Treeless Plains book, other local history books, old newspaper articles, etc. Other relevant issues related to the project and site may be considered. For more information, visit City of Lafayette.

We are so excited to be offering the Applefest Business Grant again this year! There are some amazing opportunities for businesses to capitalize on funding for those projects that can boost your business! This is a first come first serve grant program. All applications are reviewed by a committee and grant workshops will be held to assist those who need help filling out the application or who have questions about qualifying purchases. All grants are due by noon on Friday, November 1. Late applications will not be accepted. Since this is a rolling grant, once the funding had been dispensed, the grant program will close; even if it is before November 1.