Get a loan between $10,000 and $250,000 to support a credible business opportunity which will have significant positive and measurable community benefits.

Eligibility criteria

Who is eligible

Eligible types of companies for this grant may include:

Food growers and producers
Businesses seeking to enhance their leadership structure

Eligible expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant, including:

Costs related to implementing pricing strategies for food growers
Expenses associated with leadership training and development

Evaluation & selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:

Relevance of the project to the grant theme
Clarity and feasibility of the project goals
Capacity of the organization to execute the project
Potential impact and sustainability of the project

Additional information

There is no additional information that applicants need to know for this grant.

Documents and links

Columbia Basin Trust — Impact Investment Fund

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Grant Summary

This grant offers two learning pathways: Pricing Fundamentals and Leadership. It aims to provide food growers with strategies for pricing success and develop effective leadership structures.

Grant Details

The Pricing Fundamentals pathway focuses on helping food growers understand the principles of pricing strategies to enhance their profitability and competitiveness in the market. Participants will learn how to set prices that reflect the value of their products and services while maximizing revenue.

The Leadership pathway aims to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead teams effectively. Topics covered include communication, decision-making, and organizational development. Participants will learn how to create a positive work culture and inspire their team members to achieve success.

By combining these two pathways, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to price their products strategically and lead their teams to success. This grant provides valuable resources and training opportunities for food growers looking to improve their business performance and leadership skills.