Aitkin County Business Development & Recreation Grant is now open
The purpose of this grant fund is to leverage county funds, private funds and volunteer efforts to increase small business development activities in Aitkin County, with an emphasis on increasing sustained tourism and recreation activities. Several organizations may submit a single application or organizations may apply individually. Organizations need only to commit one hundred dollars ($100) in good faith to ensure commitment to the grant request. The Aitkin County Board of Commissioners, have approved funding to be used to directly impact the Community of Aitkin County by executing the Aitkin County Business Development & Recreation Grant.
Eligible Project Examples:
- Sustainable marketing and advertising materials including but not limited to permanent signage materials, etc.
- Menu signs (interior)
- Technology or training programs
- Any other activities to develop your business
Eligible Event Examples:
- Annual events promoting tourism & recreation
- Events must provide incremental tourism growth
- Grant Funds shall be used to market business development activities that create sustainable tourism or recreation growth or activities/businesses that will enhance the Aitkin County economy.
Eligible organizations:
- Businesses located in Aitkin County.
- Local Governments
- Non-Profit organizations
- Special consideration will be given to applications that will enhance the Northwood’s ATV Trail or River Trails through signage, promotion, activities or trail amenities.
Detailed Grant Guidelines and Application are available HERE.
Further information and additional forms and materials may be obtained by contacting:
Mark Jeffers
Aitkin County Economic Development Coordinator
218-531-6188
Aitkin County Aitkin County Board Aitkin County Economic Development Business Development & REcreation Grant