Catalyst Grant Application

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Have you committed to a space located in Downtown Greensboro* This field is required.

YESNO

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Will your project provide significant new investments in downtown or expansion of an existing business?* This field is required.

YESNO

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How many new full-time jobs will you be creating?* This field is required.

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Applicant Name* This field is required.

First Name

Last Name

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Applicant Email* This field is required.

example@example.com

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Applicant Phone Number* This field is required.

Area Code

Phone Number

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Business Name* This field is required.

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Business Website

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Business Social Media Handles

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Is this an existing business or new concept?* This field is required.

Existing BusinessNew Concept

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Describe your business and storefront concept* This field is required.

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What type of products and services or categories of products and services will be sold?* This field is required.

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Who is your target audience?* This field is required.

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What is the address of your storefront downtown?* This field is required.

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What is the present use of the building?* This field is required.i.e. retail, restaurant, office, residential space, etc.

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What is the proposed building use?* This field is required.i.e. retail, restaurant, office, residential space, etc.

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What are the project's needs?* This field is required.Are there any limitations, concerns, or obstacles that could hinder this project and prevent it from happening?

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What is the project timeline?* This field is required.When is the ideal launch date for opening? Have you already begun construction and if so, when?

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Do you own the property where the project will take place?* This field is required.

YES, I am the property ownerNO, I am a tenant

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Property Owner Name* This field is required.

First Name

Last Name

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Property Owner Email* This field is required.

example@example.com

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Property Owner Phone Number* This field is required.

Area Code

Phone Number

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Please confirm attachment of the following items:* This field is required.Business plan that outlines proposed store's operations and financing Photos of current interior conditions Bid(s) from an independent contractor Signed Lease Agreement to maintain two full-time equivalent jobs Construction estimate for renovation work A copy of your W-9 is required to process your reimbursement. Please note that submitting a W-9 is the only way to receive the funds! Feel free to include any additional documentation that you would like to share that will best showcase your project.

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Based on your answer in this application, it appears that your business is not eligible for this program.

Projects must be within the Downtown Greensboro Business Improvement District
Projects must create or retain at least 2 full-time equivalent jobs
Applicants must be making significant new investment in Downtown either as a new business or as a significant expansion of an existing business
Relocation expenses within the central business district are ineligible for funding unless the proposed move is necessary for business expansion that includes job creation or involves involuntary displacement from their current space that is unrelated to financial or operating disputes, or similar circumstances

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