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2. ARPA Economic Resilience Grant Program Application

   The preliminary application period is open until March 24, 2023 at 12 p.m. (noon).

   Prior to beginning an application, prospective applicants are advised to review the Program Guidelines and FAQ document (Khmer, Portuguese, and Spanish), which contains detailed information about eligible projects and responses to common application questions. If you have questions about the application, please contact the Economic Development Office in the Department of Planning and Development to schedule an appointment before submitting your application.

   Email: DoBizinLowell@Lowellma.gov
   Phone: 978-674-4252

4. 2. Contact Information

   If you are submitting an application on behalf of a group/partnership, share only the lead partner's contact information below.

6. Business Name*
8. Name of individual completing this application*
10. What's your role/title at the business?*
12. Business Address*

    Include unit number if applicable

14. City *
    -- Select One --Lowell
15. State *
    -- Select One --MA
16. Postal Code
    -- Select One --0185001851018520185301854
18. Website (if applicable)
20. Email Address *
22. Phone Number *
26. 3. Please provide a brief overview of your business. This might be your mission statement or "About Us" statement.*

    Max 1,000 characters

28. 4. Is this a home-based business? *

    1. Yes (By selecting this option, I acknowledge that I am ineligible for this program)
    2. No
30. 5. Was the business incorporated on or before January 1, 2022?*

    1. Yes
    2. No (By selecting this option, I acknowledge that I am ineligible for this program)
32. 6. Which disproportionally impacted industry does the business represent? *
    -- Select One --Restaurants and Food ServiceArts, Entertainment, and the Creative Economy Tourism and RecreationPersonal Care and Beauty SalonsWellness and Fitness Childcare Small-Scale Retail Start-ups located at Lowell-based incubators ( I-HUB, M2D2, UTEC Kitchen Incubator, etc) that are looking to grow within Lowell None of the above (By selecting this option, I acknowledge that I am ineligible for this program)
34. 7. Is this application being submitted on behalf of a group of applicants who intend to complete a project collaboratively?*

    1. Yes (Please list all the applicants in the field below)
    2. No
36. Please list all the partner applicants here:
38. 8. Type of Request: Select the category that best describes your project.*

    1. *Placemaking: Projects that cultivate inclusive and inspiring exterior spaces through public art, communal gathering areas, façade improvements, collaboration with local artists, or other endeavors.
    2. Programming: Organizational growth through new or expanded programs or services.
    3. **Facilities and Infrastructure: Renovations to buildings or spaces to address public health concerns, become more resilient to climate change, and/or support organizational expansion.

    *Property owner approval is required if applicant is a tenant. 
    **Capital purchases, including new equipment, should also be included in this category. Property owner approval is required if applicant is a tenant.  

40. 9. Project Summary: Please explain your project so that reviewers who may be unfamiliar with your business can understand your proposal and what you hope to achieve by pursuing it.*

    Max 1,500 characters

42. 10. Amount of Economic Resilience Grant Request*
44. 11. Will other financial resources be dedicated to this project?*

    1. Yes, other financial resources such as business capital, grants, or loans will support this project.
    2. No, the Economic Resilience Grant is the only source of funding.
46. 12. Budget: Upload a detailed budget for the project. A template is available below, but a similarly detailed budget is also acceptable.*
48. Budget Template-English
    Download
49. Budget Template-Khmer
    Download
50. Budget Template-Portuguese
    Download
51. Budget Template-Spanish
    Download
53. 13. *Timeline: Please describe the project's timeline, including projected start date, dates when notable progress is expected, and project completion date.*

    Max 1,500 characters
    *Any funds that remain unspent on 12/31/2025 can be reclaimed by the City. There is a preference for projects that begin in summer 2023. 

55. 14. COVID-19 Impact: In what ways did COVID-19 impact your business? Please indicate financial, staffing, operating capacity, and any other impacts.*

    (Max. 1,500 characters)

57. 15. COVID-19 Recovery Plan: Please outline how the use of these funds will help your business recover from the above-noted adverse effects of the pandemic. Please also note any previous or current efforts to respond to these impacts.*

    (Max. 1,000 characters)

59. 16. Capacity: Please explain the business's capacity to carry out this project. Will the project rely on current staff, or will new staff or consultants be hired? Are there any collaborative partners on this project? If so, what responsibilities will each partner take on?*

    (Max. 1,000 characters)

61. 17. Local Economy: Does this project support the local economy? Please explain.*

    (Max. 1,000 characters) 

63. 18. Resiliency: Does this project aim to enhance public health outcomes, address climate change concerns, or improve the business's ability to respond to adverse impacts?*

    (Max. 1000 characters) 

65. 19. Inclusivity & Equity: Does the project promote inclusivity and equity in Lowell?*

    (Max. 1,000 characters) 

67. 20. What were the business's gross receipts for 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022?

    Note: If your business was not incorporated for any of the years listed, please indicate that in the respective box. 

    Gross receipts are the total amounts your organization receives from all sources during its Tax Year, without subtracting Cost of Goods Sold or deductible expenses. If you operate a Sole Proprietorship or a single-member Limited Liability Company (LLC), gross receipts are on Schedule C of your IRS Form 1040. If you operate your business as a corporation, gross receipts are on either Form 1120, U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return (for a C corporation) or IRS Form 1120-S, U.S. Income Tax Return for an S Corporation (for an S corporation).

69. Gross Receipts: 2019
70. Gross Receipts: 2020
71. Gross Receipts: 2021
72. Gross Receipts: 2022
74. 21. Please upload the business's tax returns for 2022. *

    If 2022 tax returns have not yet been filed, please provide the 2021 tax returns.

76. 22. Applicant's Signature *

    I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. If determined otherwise, I understand that I will be disqualified from the grant process and must return any grant funds to the City of Lowell within 21 days. I certify that the Economic Resilience Grant Program Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions (Khmer, Portuguese, Spanish) document has been made available to me. I understand that if I receive a grant that I will retain documentation of appropriate grant use in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement.

80. You will receive an automated response upon submission of this application. You will be contacted again after your application has been reviewed. Please note that your application will not be approved until you provide all the necessary documentation. If you have any questions, please contact the Economic Development team at 978-674-4252 or DoBizInlowell@lowellma.gov. Thank you!
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