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2. Eligibility

   Eligible non-profit organizations are located in Boone County and serve Zionsville residents and businesses. Funding must be used for charitable purposes as defined by section 170 (b)(1)(A). Awards are made without discrimination as to age, color, race, religion, sex, disability, veteran status or national origin, and only to eligible recipients that do not unlawfully discriminate on these same criteria. Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Awards are made on a semi-annual basis. In 2023, the award dates are May 1 and October 2. Applications are due at least 30 days before the award date. Applications submitted within 30 days of award distribution will be considered for the next distribution.

4. Name of Organization*
6. First and Last Name of Primary Contact at Organization*
8. Email Address for Primary Contact*
10. Phone Number*
12. Organization Address*
14. Project or Program Name*
16. Total Amount of Grant Request*
18. Explain how the project/program meets the criteria in the Food and Beverage Ordinance.*

    Food and Beverage Ordinance

    Funds collected and deposited in the Food and Beverage Tax Fund by the town shall be solely for the creation and enhancement of any public facility or infrastructure improvement or to fund initiatives intended to promote the town and its businesses and for no other purpose, unless the terms and conditions of this section are amended by ordinance.

22. Grant Narrative

    One thousand words or less 

    (1) Briefly describe history, mission, goals, and organization’s structure. 

    (2) Project/Program description, uniqueness. 

    (3) Goals and plans for fulfilling the project/program. 

    (4) Proposed measurable outcomes. 

    (5) Evaluation process with any data to be gathered. 

    (6) Any collaborating organization in the project/program. 

    (7) Alternative and other funding sources, including in-kind or financial investments already made by the organization for this project. 

    (8) Plans on adapting project, based on funding.

24. Narrative*
26. Would you consider a partial grant award?*
    -- Select One --YesNo
28. Has your organization ever received an award from the Community Enrichment Grant?*
    -- Select One --YesNo
32. Supporting Documents
    Upload the following documents.
34. Proof of Non-Profit Status*
36. Project Budget*

    Budgets in Excel or on a spreadsheet are preferable. 

38. Current FY Budget Summary for Organization*
40. Resumé of project/program director or any contracted individuals.
42. List Current Board of Directors*
46. Publications, Brochures, Promotional Materials
    Submit 1-3 examples of the organization's publications. You can provide links to online sources or upload files.
48. Enter links to online material(s).
50. Upload Promotional Materials
52. Presentation to Town Council*

    1. Yes, I could present at Town Council.

    If recommended for funding, applicants will be required to present their project to Town Council. For the spring grant cycle, confirm you could present at the May 1 Town Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. For the fall grant cycle, confirm you could present at the October 2 Town Council meeting at 7:00 p.m.

56. Submit Application

    Thank you for submitting a Town of Zionsville Community Enrichment Grant Application. If you have questions, contact the Mayor’s Executive Assistant at 317-344-1167 or cjohnson@zionsville-in.gov. Awards are made on a semi-annual basis. In 2023, the award dates are May 1 and October 2. To be considered for the next funding cycle, applications are due at least 30 days before the award date. Applications submitted within 30 days of award distribution will be considered for the next distribution.

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