Business Grant Writing Support Program

The intent of the Business Grant Writing Support Program is to assist businesses with the cost of hiring a grant writer for funding applications that lead to business growth and job creation.

Guidelines:

· The Business Grant Writing Support Program will be provided to businesses in the amount of 50% up to a total commitment of $2,000 based on actual costs for the costs of grant writing services.
· The Business Grant Writing Support Program must go toward the fees associated with writing, preparing and/or reviewing a grant application by a third party consultant.
· The third party consultant must be a registered business.
· The funding application request must be a minimum of $50,000.
· The program will be offered on a first come, first serve basis based on availability of funds.

Eligibility Includes:

· Registered business located in the City of Kingston; and
· Must be applying for a grant/funding program to support business growth and job creation.

Requirements:

· Businesses need to notify Kingston Economic Development Corporation regarding outcome of grant application; and
· Costs in excess of the amount approved are the responsibility of the business.

Process:

· The Business Grant Support Program application must be filled in and submitted to Kingston Economic Development Corporation.
· Kingston Economic Development Corporation will review the application and provide a written response confirming approval/not approval and the approved amount.
· The business will be required to cover the costs of the grant writing service.
· Kingston Economic Development will reimburse the business upon receipt of the invoice and proof of payment.

Registered business located in the City of Kingston; and
· Must be applying for a grant/funding program to support business growth and job creation.

Contact Shelley Hirstwood

Director of Business Development
613-544-2725 x 7232
Cell: 613-331-1692
hirstwood@investkingston.ca