Local Economic Development Support Fund

This grant program provides business and community access to financial support to acheive local economic outcomes in alignment with the Economic Development Strategy 2020-2040 and Action Plan 2020-2025 (GIHEDS&AP).

Applications will be assessed based on the following criteria:
(a) The extent to which the proposal aligns to the four (4) Strategic Pillars and Priorities in the GIHEDS&AP.
(b) The extent to in the which the proposal leverages the opportunities for growth outlined in the GIHEDS≈
(c) The extent to which the proposal delivers, supports or assists in the delivery of one or more action items in the GIHEDS≈
(d) Evidence of the community need and community consultation and support for the proposal;
(e) Demonstrated ability to successfully deliver the outcomes in a timely way;
(f) The quality of the application (e.g. a well-developed, clear and realistic action plan, supported by research where appropriate and including an accurate financial/event plan and budget); and
(g) The extent to which Council’s budgeted funds are available for disbursement.