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Step One

Important Information
- Form Function Note: In order to go back from a page in the form to a previous page, all required fields on the page must be populated.
- Please read the McKinney Community Development Corporation Grant Guidelines prior to completing this application.
- The Grant Guidelines are available on this website, or can be obtained by calling 972-547-7654.
- Please call to discuss your plans for submitting an application in advance of completing this form.
- Completed application and all supporting documents are required to be submitted electronically or on a thumb drive for consideration by the McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) board. Please submit physical applications with thumb drives to:
  
  McKinney Community Development Corporation
  7300 SH 121, SB, Suite 200
  McKinney, TX 75070
- If you are interested in a preliminary review of your project proposal or idea, please complete and submit the Letter of Inquiry form which is available on this website, or by calling 214-544-0296.
- Applications must be completed in full, using this form electronically (or physically with the requested thumb drive by mail), and received by MCDC by 5 p.m. on the application deadline indicated on the "Grants" page of this website.
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Organization Information

Name*
Federal Tax ID Number*
Incorporation Date*
Incorporation Date
Mailing Address*
City*
State*
Zip Code*
Phone Number*
Fax Number*
Email Address*
Organization Type*
1. Nonprofit - 501(c) (Attach a copy of IRS Determination Letter)
2. Governmental entity
3. For profit corporation
4. Other
IRS Determination Letter
Professional Affiliations and Organizations to Which Your Organization Belongs
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Representative & Contact Information

Representative Completing Application:
Name*
Title*
Address*
City*
State*
Zip Code*
Phone Number*
Fax Number
Email Address*
Contact for Communications Between MCDC and Organization:
Name*
Title*
Address*
City*
State*
Zip Code*
Phone Number*
Fax Number
Email Address*
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Project Information

Funding - Total Amount Requested*
Matching Funds Available:*
Funding Requested from Other City of McKinney Entities
Other entities might be the McKinney Arts Commission, the McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau or a City of McKinney Community Support Grant. Provide details and funding requested.
Community Event/Project/Promotion: Start and Completion Dates*
Community Event/Project/Promotion: Start and Completion Dates Start Date
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Community Event/Project/Promotion: Start and Completion Dates End Date
Board of Directors
May be included as an attachment.
Leadership Staff
May be included as an attachment.
Board of Directors Attachment
Leadership Staff Attachment
Using the outline below, provide a narrative:
1: Applying Organization
- Describe the mission, strategic goals and objectives, scope of services, day to day operations and number of paid staff and volunteers.
- Disclose and summarize any significant, planned organizational changes and describe their potential impact on the Project / Promotion / Community Event for which funds are requested.
2: Project / Promotion / Community Event (whichever is applicable)
- Outline details of the Project / Promotion / Community Event for which funds are requested. Include information regarding scope, goals, objectives, and target audience.
- For Promotional Grants / Community Events - describe how this initiative will promote the City of McKinney for the purpose of business development and/or tourism.
- Describe how the proposed Project / Promotion / Community Event fulfills the strategic goals and objectives for your organization.
- Please also include planned activities, time frame/schedule, and estimated attendance and admission fees if applicable.
- Include the venue/location for the Project / Promotion / Community Event.
- Provide a timeline for the Project / Promotion / Community Event.
- Detail goals for growth/expansion in future years.
Provide specific information to illustrate how this Project / Promotion / Community Event aligns with one or more of the goals and strategies adopted by McKinney City Council and McKinney Community Development:
- Eligible for MCDC consideration under Sections 501 to 505 of the Texas Local Government Code (refer to MCDC Grant Guidelines)
- Meet citizen needs for quality of life improvements, business development and sustainable economic growth for residents in the City of McKinney
- Support for cultural, sports, fitness, entertainment, community projects and events that attract resident and visitor participation and contribute to quality of life, business development and increased McKinney sales tax revenue
- Highlight and promote McKinney as a unique destination for residents and visitors alike
- Demonstrate informed financial planning – addressing long-term costs, budget consequences and sustainability of projects for which funding is requested
- Educate the community about the impact local dining and shopping has on investment in quality of life Improvements in McKinney
Indicate which of the goals listed in the narrative instructions will be supported by the proposed Project / Promotion / Community Event:*
3: Financial
- Provide an overview of the organization’s financial status including the impact of this grant request on organization mission and goals
- Please attach your budget for the current year and audited financial statements for the preceding two years. If audited financials are not available, please indicate why.
4: Marketing and Outreach
- Describe marketing plans and outreach strategies for your organization, for the Project / Promotion / Community Event for which you are requesting funding, and how they are designed to help you achieve current and future goals.
5: Metrics to Evaluate Success
- Outline the metrics that will be used to evaluate success of the proposed Project / Promotion / Community Event. If funding is awarded, a final report will be required summarizing success in achieving objectives outlined for the event.
Completed Narrative*
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Financial

Upload Current Profit and Loss Statement
Upload Current Year Budget
Are audited financials available?
1. Yes
2. No
Audited Financials
Why are audited financials not available?
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Acknowledgements

If funding is approved by the MCDC board of directors, Applicant will assure:
- The Project / Promotion / Community Event for which financial assistance is sought will be administered by or under the supervision of the applying organization;
- All funds awarded will be used exclusively for the purpose described in this application;
- MCDC will be recognized in all marketing, outreach, advertising and public relations as a funder of the Project / Promotion / Community Event. Specifics to be agreed upon by applicant and MCDC and included in an executed performance agreement;
- Organization’s officials who have signed the application are authorized by the organization to submit the application;
- Applicant will comply with the MCDC Grant Guidelines in executing the Project / Promotion / Community Event for which funds were received.
- A final report detailing the success of the Project / Promotion / Community Event, as measured against identified metrics, will be provided to MCDC no later than 30 days following the completion of the Project / Promotion / Community Event.
- Up to 80% of the approved grant may be provided, on a reimbursement basis, prior to conclusion of the Project / Promotion / Community Event with submission of invoices/receipts to MCDC. The final 20% may be paid following MCDC’s receipt of unpaid invoices/receipts; documentation of fulfillment of obligations to MCDC; and final report on the Project / Promotion / Community Event.
- The required performance agreement will contain a provision certifying that the applicant does not and will not knowingly employ an undocumented worker in accordance with Chapter 2264 of the Texas Government Code, as amended. Further, should the applicant be convicted of a violation under 8 U.S.C. § 1324a(f), the applicant will be required to repay the amount of the public subsidy provided under the agreement plus interest, at an agreed to interest rate, not later than the 120th day after the date the MCDC notifies the applicant of the violation.
Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline listed in the application guidelines will not be considered.
Applicant Electronic Signature*
We certify that all figures, facts and representations made in this application, including attachments, are true and correct to the best of our knowledge.
1. Selecting this option indicates your agreement with the above statement.
Chief Executive Officer*
Representative Completing Application*
Date*
Date

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