CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce)
Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB)
About This Grant
This funding program provides loans and grants to rural communities for public infrastructure to enable future business development. Jurisdictions in rural counties and rural communities may apply for the Prospective Development program if an economic feasibility study demonstrates that private business development is likely to occur as a result of the public improvements. Additional requirements include: Evidence from an economic feasibility study that the project will lead to the creation of a significant number of permanent jobs or generate significant private capital investment; and Applicants must also demonstrate the need for CERB assistance and that no other timely source of funds is available at a reasonably similar rate to the current CERB rate.
Grant Summary
CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) is a Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) grant providing up to $2M. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Acquisition, construction, repair, reconstruction, replacement, rehabilitation, or improvement of bridges, roads, domestic and industrial water, earth stabilization, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, railroad, electricity, telecommunications, transportation, n
How to Apply
Up to $2M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) from Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB), checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) before the deadline.
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CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce)?
CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) is offered by Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in WA_FUND_FINDER. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) provide?
CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) provides up to $2M per award from Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB). Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) deadline?
CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce) accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB), before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce)?
To apply for CERB Prospective Development Program (Commerce), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB).