What expenses are eligible for reimbursement through the CIG Program Grant?

Eligible Grant Expenses include contractor fees, supplies, equipment rentals, permit and insurance fees or costs, other permits related to the project, project supplies and materials, tools, and/or food (see Appendix A for a sample budget).

Costs that are not reimbursable by CIG funds include:

  • Costs incurred prior to grant award;
  • Indirect costs, ongoing operational costs, or overhead business expenses like rent, mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, or office supplies;
  • Ongoing maintenance, upkeep, landscaping and repairs;
  • Fundraising;
  • Staff salaries;
  • Membership dues;
  • New business seed money;
  • Individual training or education; and
  • Travel

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1. What types of projects may be funded?
2. Who may apply?
3. What expenses are eligible for reimbursement through the CIG Program Grant?
4. What is a grant match and how much is required?
5. What are eligible matching funds?
6. What are the eligibility criteria for the grant application evaluation?