Do you have a small business, nonprofit organization or community group in Aurora? If yes, then apply for the Aurora Safety and Security Grant Program!
Donor Name: City of Aurora
State: Colorado
City: Aurora
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 06/30/2022
Grant Size: up to $10,000
Details:
The city of Aurora is making available $3 million in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act for the Aurora Safety and Security Upgrade Grant Program. Of the $3 million that will be distributed to eligible businesses, nonprofits and community groups throughout the entire city, the city will allocate $500,000 of this $3 million specifically to entities located along Colfax Avenue between Yosemite Street and Peoria Avenue and between 14th and 16th avenues.
Funding Information
Funds of up to $10,000 allocated to eligible applicants may be used to make physical changes related to lighting, alarms, cameras, windows, entrance doors and mirrors, allowing law enforcement to more efficiently and effectively respond to public safety issues.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Must have a physical location in Aurora (residential locations are not eligible)
- Must have no more than 500 employees or are a small business concern as defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act; sole owners are eligible
- Must be in good standing with the city of Aurora with respect to taxes, fees, or other financial obligations to the city
- Must be in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office (will need to upload certificate, if approved)
- Nonprofits must provide proof of IRS federal tax-exempt status, dated within the last five years.
- Must have a current Aurora business license and be licensed for at least three months (businesses and nonprofits).
Ineligibility
The following business categories are not eligible:
- home- and vehicle-based businesses, marijuana (medical and recreational),
- businesses offering adult services or products,
- multi-level marketing/pyramid,
- real estate investment firms,
- speculation-based businesses,
- businesses engaged in illegal activities,
- gambling and businesses primarily engaged in political or lobbying activities.
For more information, visit City of Aurora.