BEAUTIFICATION MATCHING GRANT APPLICATION

BEAUTIFICATION MATCHING GRANT APPLICATION
Our Purpose: We offer Matching Grants typically starting at $1,000 for beautification projects that enhance the appearance of public spaces in Polk County.

Please Note: All requirements for grant application are listed at the end of this form.

Grand Guidelines: The Appearance Commission will seek to award grants in diverse locations throughout the geographic area of Polk County.
- Street Appearance
- Public Enhancement
- Tasteful landscaping including but not limited to trees, shrubs and flowers
- Well maintained property
- Effort rather than cost Creativity and effort combined
- Structural improvements
- Property in compliance with existing codes, taxes, etc.
- Property used by and for the public
- In kind work may be used for matching funds
- Structural improvements for grant purposes include exterior renovations to the building that are visible from the street or sidewalks. These will also include public art, signage, awnings, planters, fountain features and similar elements.
Contact Information
Date of Application*

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of Organization*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Organization's Tax Identification Number*
What is your nonprofit status?*
Summarize your organization's mission below*
Organization President/CEO/Exec. Director/President/Board Chair*

First NameLast Name
Title*
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Your Organization's Designated Representative for Grants (if different from above)
Designated Grant Representative

First NameLast Name
Title/Role in Organization
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com
Your Project
Brief Project Description*
Grant Request Amount $*
Total Project Budget $*
Note that Total Budget must be double the amount of the Grant Request as this is a Matching Grant.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
A - Provide a detailed project budget on a separate sheet.

*Describe your proposed improvement project and provide samples of the following: before photographs, pictures, or a rendering. Show size, proposed color(s), method of cleaning brick storefronts, materials, location on property/building, and manner of installation.

*If it is a landscape project, describe the establishment period maintenance (first year), including watering (automatic irrigation or manual), weeding, fertilizing, dead-heading, pruning, removal and replacement of dead plants, as well as who will perform these tasks. Describe the subsequent two years' maintenance requirements and who will be performing them.

*The commission is dedicated to plantings of native trees, bushes and flowers. You may be required to meet with the Polk County Appearance Commission.

B - 501(c)(3) letter (see cover page).

Please note: recipient must also submit an article talking about their project to the Tryon Daily Bulletin within 2 weeks of project completion.
Optional Attachments
C - Your application may be stronger if you include one or two hand signed letters of support from individuals familiar with or who will benefit from this proposed project.

D - Other Estimates (as applicable if using outdoor vendors)
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BEAUTIFICATION MATCHING GRANT APPLICATION

Contact Information

Your Organization's Designated Representative for Grants (if different from above)

Your Project

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Optional Attachments