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Find similar grantsMaine Community Development Block Grant – Economic Development Program is sponsored by Maine Department of Economic and Community Development. Provides gap funding for equipment purchase or working capital to create jobs for low- to moderate-income individuals. This program could support job creation in various businesses, including aquaculture.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applicant must be the municipality. At least 51% of jobs created by the project must be held by low-to-middle income workers. All jobs must be permanent and measured as FTE. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $30,000 per job created, up to $100,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Maine Community Development Block Grant – Economic Development Program is funded by Maine Department of Economic and Community Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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