FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


May 16, 2012
Contact: Jessica Thesing
c. 801-535-7159

City Requesting Proposals for Neighborhood Business District Grant
Program helps locally owned businesses provide a sense of place for residents
 
SALT LAKE CITY – Salt Lake City’s Economic Development Division is requesting proposals for the 2012 Neighborhood Business District Grant Program. Successful neighborhood business districts provide identity, vitality and a sense of place for residents. Small locally owned businesses provide economic stability and visual anchors for communities.  
 
As part of Salt Lake City’s efforts to promote and strengthen these areas, $10,000 has been allocated to be used to match funds raised by selected Salt Lake City Neighborhood Business Districts each year.  Grant dollars available for each project will not exceed $2,000 and will depend on the number and strength of eligible proposals submitted.  
 
Funds must be used for promotional events, marketing and branding initiatives and/or beautification projects.  The grant cycle is open while funds are available, however applications will not be reviewed until after June 15, 2012.  
 
For more information, call (801) 535-7159 or visit www.slcdocs.com/ed/BDgrantapp2012.pdf.