The City of Brentwood is now accepting applications from organizations through the Economic Development Grant Program to provide small business support and marketing, local tourism and community based promotional events and projects that support the Brentwood business community.
Donor Name: City of Brentwood
State: California
City: Brentwood
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/17/2023
Grant Duration: 1 year
Details:
The City of Brentwood sets aside 20% of its business license revenues for “economic development with the explicit purpose of business promotion and institutional advertisement for the City of Brentwood.” As part of this effort, each year the City offers reimbursement grants for local marketing, events, and business development projects through the Economic Development Grant Program.
Grant Period
The grant period covers projects occurring between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.
Who Can Apply?
Any organization or business can apply, if they have a current Brentwood Business License unless exempt. Non-profit tax-exempt organizations area also eligible, provide that they submit proof of active status from the Secretary of State.
Application Requirements
To be eligible for consideration for funding, the applicant must:
- Submit a completed application with authorized signature(s) by the deadline and must include, all items below.
- Application can be typed and must be legible if printed.
- Submit a copy of current business license certificate if not exempt. Non-profit tax-exempt organizations must submit proof of active status from the Secretary of State.
- Submit evidence of approval by the organization’s Board of Directors, if applicable.
- Funds requested must support projects or events, conducted or held within the City of Brentwood City limits and benefit the community, not an individual business. If not held within City limits, applicants must provide reasoning as to why the event is being held outside of City limits. Final approval will be determined by the Council.
- Organizations must also operate without discrimination.
- An estimated budget that includes projected expenses, sources of revenue, projected revenue, and estimated net revenue, MUST be attached. If net revenue is projected, applicant must explain how the funds will be used for the organization or business.
- Marketing Plan
- Needs Analysis describing the target population, gaps or opportunities, and goals and outcomes.
- Interviews may be required for all applicants at the City’s discretion. If interviews are required, staff will inform all applicants and schedule interviews accordingly.
For more information, visit City of Brentwood.