The City of Killeen is accepting applications for grants for start-up businesses in north Killeen and downtown
Donor Name: City of Killeen
State: Texas
City: Killeen
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: Ongoing
Detail:
The North Killeen Downtown Start-up Program aims to build stronger communities and allow more access to economic opportunities in areas disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Funds are encouraged to be used to reduce these disparities and create stronger neighborhoods.
The American Rescue Plan Act acknowledges the pre-existing economic disparities experienced by certain communities and families that were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds are encouraged to be used to reduce these disparities and create stronger neighborhoods in certain Qualified Census Tracts. North Killeen and the Historic Downtown are located within Qualified Census Tracts.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for grant funding under this program, the business must:
- Be located in the North Killeen, Historic Downtown, or other Qualified Census Tract within the corporate limits of Killeen
- Improve the built environment, provide economic opportunities, or improve access to goods and services for nearby neighborhoods
- Have a business plan addressing financial needs
- Have the support of a local Killeen-based chamber of commerce (or equivalent) to providing ongoing support and resources
Ineligibility
- Non-profits, publicly traded companies, and franchises are not eligible under this category. Non-profits may be eligible for other City of Killeen American Rescue Plan Act funds to be announced at a later date.
For more information, visit The North Killeen Downtown Start-up Program.