Application submittal process
Effective Aug 25, 2025Ark. R. 2025-9 (eff. August 25, 2025)Arkansas Code § 15-4-209
- (a) Potential applicants for CAGP funds shall submit their applications through the Arkansas Economic Development Commission's online grant submission portal, which shall be signed and completed by the president of the nonprofit organization or governing official authorized by the applicant’s jurisdiction to conduct business on its behalf, in accordance with commission submittal instructions, using forms provided by the commission.
(b) Applications shall include:
- (1) The name, address, and phone number of the applicant;
- (2) The contact person’s name, title, and contact information;
- (3) Source or sources, amount or amounts, and use or uses of commission and non-commission funds, including a completed budget delineating cost estimate breakdowns and backup documentation for all items;
- (4) A brief description of the project;
- (5) A statement of project need, including a discussion of any emergencies or urgent needs to be addressed by the project and proposed metrics to assess the effectiveness of the project to meet desired outcomes;
- (6) A list of beneficiaries of the proposed project, how they will benefit, and how they will utilize the project;
- (7) A copy of a deed, title, lease, or other instrument showing proof of public ownership or legal possession of properties being improved by this project;
- (8) A signed certification letter from the nonprofit organization or the governing official authorized by the applicant’s jurisdiction to conduct business on its behalf agreeing to accept responsibility for administering any grant award;
- (9) A copy of a signed resolution passed by the city council, quorum court, or board authorizing the local elected official or nonprofit to apply for CAGP funds on behalf of the local jurisdiction;
- (10) Nonprofit organizations shall provide a certificate of good standing from the Secretary of State’s office; and ( 11) Other information as requested by the commission.