Deadline: 25-May-22
The City of Aurora is inviting applications for Safety and Security Grant Program to support physical changes to Aurora business, nonprofit and community group locations to increase safety and security.
The city of Aurora is making available $3 million in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to provide grants to eligible businesses, nonprofits and community groups in Aurora to make safety and security upgrades. Of this $3 million available, the city will allocate $500,000 specifically to entities located along Colfax Avenue between Yosemite Street and Peoria Avenue and between 14th and 16th avenues.
Funding Information
- Funds of up to $10,000 allocated to eligible applicants may be used to make physical changes related to lighting, alarms, cameras, windows, entrance doors and mirrors, allowing law enforcement to more efficiently and effectively respond to public safety issues.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Must have a physical location in Aurora (residential locations are not eligible)
- Must have no more than 500 employees or are a small business concern as defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act; sole owners are eligible
- Must be in good standing with the city of Aurora with respect to taxes, fees, or other financial obligations to the city
- Must be in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office (will need to upload certificate, if approved)
- Nonprofits must provide proof of IRS federal tax-exempt status, dated within the last five years.
- Must have a current Aurora business license and be licensed for at least three months (businesses and nonprofits).
Ineligibilty
The following business categories are not eligible:
- home- and vehicle-based businesses, marijuana (medical and recreational),
- businesses offering adult services or products,
- multi-level marketing/pyramid,
- real estate investment firms,
- speculation-based businesses,
- businesses engaged in illegal activities,
- gambling and businesses primarily engaged in political or lobbying activities.
For more information, visit https://www.auroragov.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=16242704&pageId=18506550