Mini-Grant Application | Fairfield County Land Bank

Fairfield County Land Bank
210 East Main Street, Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 652-7146
Michael Kaper, Executive Director
Michael.Kaper@FairfieldCountyOhio.gov

Mini-Grant Application to Promote the Land Bank Mission

Land Bank Mission: The mission of the Fairfield County Land Bank is to strategically acquire properties, return them to productive use, reduce blight, increase property values, support community goals, and improve the quality of life for residents.

Step 1: Provide General Information

Name of Organization (Local Government or Non-Profit Organization)

Contact Person/Title

Phone Number

Email Address

Total Project Cost

Amount of Mini-Grant Requested

20% Match (of project costs) for Mini-Grants over $5,000 but not more than $15,000

Step 2: Describe the project

Project Name Summary of the project

Step 3: Evaluate support of the Land Bank Mission

The project supports the Land Bank Mission by:

Step 4: Prepare documentation

Checklist for mini-grants up to $5,000, include: Application Proof of local government or non-profit status; if a non-profit, include a listing of board members and officers Project timeline Full project budget Evidence of total project cost estimate (from a licensed contractor and/or other sources) At least one letter of support

For mini-grants more than $5,000 but not more than $15,000, also include: A letter from the organization indicating the 20% match (of project costs) is available; if in-kind contributions are used as the match, an explanation of the in-kind contribution is required

Step 5: Sign the application

By signing this application, I certify that I am an authorized representative of the organization. I acknowledge grant proceeds will be provided on a reimbursement basis (one time) when receipts or other proof of payment is provided. I also acknowledge the organization will participate in communications about the project recognizing the Fairfield County Land Bank participation.

Signature and Certification

Print the form and sign by hand, or type your full name.

Date

Step 6: Deliver the application and packet

Deliver the application and packet to Michael Kaper, Executive Director of the Fairfield County Land Bank, by mail, in person, or by email. A response will be made within 30 days of receipt.

Limited mini-grants are available, and applications will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.

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