Alameda Ave. Grant Interest Form We know that grant applications can seem intimidating. That’s why we’ve made this easy! Your application is broken down into two simple steps. Once you express your interest with Part One below, we will provide personal, 1-on-1 support to help you get the rest of the information gathered. Part One: Simply show your interest to secure funds. Easy! ✔️ What it is: A quick, 5-minute online form to collect your basic contact and project ideas. ✔️ What it does: This form holds your place for grant consideration and gets you scheduled for your application assistance session. Business/Organization Or Property Name *Address *The property is more commonly known as:Indicate the more widely known name of your building, such as "Walgreens" if the applicant above is something like "Retirement Plan LLC". This helps us better understand what property you are referring to.Name *Email Address of Applicant *Email Address of Finance ManagerWrite the name of the email to whom any payment should be sent if different than applicantWebsitePhone Number *Check any that apply *I am a paid member of Alameda Connects 501c6 community organizationMy commercial property is located in the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District (between Sheridan and Carr on Alameda)Are you certain?Paid members of Alameda Connects are featured on our website here - a great perk of membership! If you aren't a member, become a member today to be fully eligible for an Alameda Connects grant. You can find your membership ID number here by logging in or creating an account. Let's not let it get awkward if you check yes and we have to shake you down later. 😉What is your membership number?You can find your membership ID number at the link above by logging in or creating an account. If you can't do this, you can always email rachel@alamedaconnects.org to find it and learn how to create a profile. Are you certain?Commercial properties in the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District are within the blue boundaries here.At this time, only ACBID properties are eligible for the Securing, the Beautifying or the Greening Alameda Grants. Let's not let it get awkward if you check yes and we have to let you down gently. 😉Are you a tenant or a property owner?TenantProperty OwnerDo you have property owner consent to do improvement work? (If applicable)YesHow did you hear about our grant programs?The Alameda Connects Thursday Email NewsletterAC WebsiteSearch EngineSocial Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, TikTok)Blog or Press CoverageYouTubeFriend or Family ReferralColleague/Professional ConnectionFlyer/Direct MailAC Staff business visitOtherWhich grant are you interested in applying for in this round? *Pick only one at a timeCelebrating Alameda for nonprofit, public school, and small business community-building projectsBeautifying Alameda for curb appeal improvements (ACBID only)Greening Alameda for sustainability and energy reduction (ACBID only)Securing Alameda for safety and security upgrades (ACBID only)That's great!The Celebrating Alameda grant is meant for nonprofit, public school, and small business member's community-building projects. Alameda Connects members and Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District properties are both eligible to apply.That's great!The Beautifying Alameda is for curb appeal improvements in the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District boundaries.That's great!The Greening Alameda is for sustainability and energy reduction in the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District boundaries.That's great!The Securing Alameda is for safety and security upgrades in the Alameda Corridor Business Improvement District boundaries.General amount of anticipated cost of property improvement project.General amount of anticipated cost of community-building project.When is your funding required by?Consent *If I am awarded a $500 Celebrating Alameda grant, I will begin work immediately and notify Alameda Connects of project completion by filling out a Show and Tell Report before the end of the year. ACH Approval *Yes, I agree to receive any potential grant through ACH Direct Deposit. I will respond to the invitation link to set it up immediately upon receipt because, of course! I want my money as soon as possible! Timeliness *Yes, if selected, I agree to begin gathering the required items outlined on the website and formally apply within 2 weeks of receiving Part Two (the Application). I will complete the project by the end of the year, barring extenuating circumstances. You're in luck! Applicants for the Celebrating Alameda Community grant program do not have to complete Part Two. Submitting this request form is sufficient. If your project is selected, you will receive the grant as a "direct payment" ahead of your project! Show Me The Money! 💰