Velva Community Development Corporation Grant and Loan
VCDC is a non-profit organization created to encourage and support commercial, industrial and city development in Velva and the surrounding area. There are no paid employees, all time is volunteered by the directors and members.
Amount
–
Resource Provider
Resource Type
Location
Purpose
Industry
Business Stage
Deadline
Contact
Share This
Need help finding your program editor? Email info@vaultnd.com.
Something wrong? Email info@vaultnd.com.
Image Enhancement Grant – New or Existing Businesses
The purpose of the Image Enhancement Grant is to assist qualified businesses with storefront improvements that enhance the overall image of the community. Application types: -Existing Businesses -Up to 50% of project cost with a maximum of $7,500 *$2,000 limit for sign replacement -New Businesses - Up to 50% of project cost with a maximum of $7,500
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS 1. Project must be visible from Main Street or Central Avenue in locations outlined on the Image Enhancement Grant Location Map. 2. Ineligible Applicants: a. Government/Quasi-Government Agencies*, b. Churches, c. Non-Profit Healthcare Organizations, d. Housing Entities, e. VC Public Schools or f. VC Park District. 3. Projects can NOT be for landscaping. *Exclusion, up to 25% of annual grant fund revenue may be used by the City annually in 2024, 2025 & 2026 for streetscape projects.
GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Grant funds are intended to help service or retail businesses improve their store front, interior or exterior, to positively enhance the image of Valley City or bring new services to the Valley City Community. 2. Projects that preserve the historical integrity and characteristic details of a building are highly encouraged. Please note, projects cannot be used to cause irreversible harm to a historic property. Preservation Design Guidelines are available on the City website. 3. Application submitted to the City Hall prior to start of project.
Image Enhancement Grant – Historical Building
The purpose of the Image Enhancement Grant is to assist qualified businesses with storefront improvements that enhance the overall image of the community. Historical Building Preservation Grants can cover up to 50% of project cost with a maximum of $30,000.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS 1. Project must be visible from Main Street or Central Avenue in locations outlined on the Image Enhancement Grant Location Map. 2. Ineligible Applicants: a. Government/Quasi-Government Agencies*, b. Churches, c. Non-Profit Healthcare Organizations, d. Housing Entities, e. VC Public Schools or f. VC Park District. 3. Projects can NOT be for landscaping. *Exclusion, up to 25% of annual grant fund revenue may be used by the City annually in 2024, 2025 & 2026 for streetscape projects.
GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Grant funds are intended to help service or retail businesses improve their store front, interior or exterior, to positively enhance the image of Valley City or bring new services to the Valley City Community. 2. Projects that preserve the historical integrity and characteristic details of a building are highly encouraged. Please note, projects cannot be used to cause irreversible harm to a historic property. Preservation Design Guidelines are available on the City website. 3. Application submitted to the City Hall prior to start of project.
Red River Corridor Fund
The RRCF identifies and invests in promising early-stage companies with innovative ideas and strong growth potential, providing them with the resources and mentorship needed to scale. We are focused on company in the unscrewed aerial systems (UAS), advanced air mobility (AAM), and AgTech industries.
