MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEES)
Beaupré, QC
Supports social economy businesses in MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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- MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré
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The Fonds de développement des entreprises de l’économie sociale (FDEES) aims to support social economy enterprises in La Côte-de-Beaupré by promoting social and economic development and fostering sustainable job creation and retention. Eligible non-profit organizations can receive up to $10,000 in repayable financial assistance to produce socially useful goods or services and engage in democratic decision-making processes.
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This grant is designed to support the growth of social economy businesses in the MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré area through a financial contribution. It focuses on fostering sustainable employment and enhancing social and economic welfare.
- Offers a maximum financial assistance of $10,000 per eligible applicant.
- Provided as a repayable contribution, meaning funds must be reimbursed under specified conditions.
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This grant aims to support social economy businesses in the La Côte-de-Beaupré region by offering financial aid for initiatives that create and sustain durable employment. The eligible projects focus on enhancing social utility and economic impact in the community.
- Projects that improve community engagement and social inclusion through innovative service delivery.
- Development of socially beneficial products and services that respond to local needs.
- Initiatives that strengthen the cooperative and collaborative decision-making processes within organizations.
- Business expansion efforts that focus on job creation and sustainability.
- Programs supporting individual and collective empowerment within community enterprises.
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$ 30,000
Launch of a cooperative from young local entrepreneurs
$ 60,000
Revitalization of a historic local landmark
$ 20,000
Organization of a wellness festival for community engagement
$ 75,000
Establishment of a tech hub for local startups
$ 40,000
Expansion of a local organic farm
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Eligibility for this grant is specifically determined by the unique characteristics of the organization and its adherence to certain principles.
- The organization must be a non-profit entity that is incorporated.
- The organization must prioritize the importance of people over capital.
- It must embody individual and collective responsibility.
- The organization must employ democratic decision-making processes.
- It must engage in the production of goods or services that are socially beneficial.
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Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations incorporated with the following principles:- Primacy of person over capital- Individual and collective responsibility- Democratic decision-making process- Production of socially useful goods and/or services.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are no specific exclusions mentioned regarding ineligible companies or industries for this grant. The criteria provided focus on eligibility rather than who cannot apply.
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The grant covers expenses that relate directly to supporting social and economic objectives of social economy enterprises.
- Salaries and wages for employees engaged in the project.
- Costs associated with training and skill development.
- Materials and supplies required for the creation or expansion of social enterprises.
- Expenses related to marketing and promotion of products or services.
- Administrative and operational costs directly linked to project activities.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to companies located in the region of the MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré. It is designed to support social economy enterprises in this specific geographical area.
- Enterprises located within the MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for the FDEES grant are based on their ability to enhance social economic enterprises and create sustainable employment within the MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré.
- Contribution to the social economy and community benefit.
- Potential for creating and sustaining jobs within the local area.
- Degree of innovation in addressing community needs.
- Capacity for project implementation and management.
- Alignment with the principles of democratic decision-making and prioritization of people over capital.
grant_single_labels|register
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure your organization is a non-profit incorporated entity aligning with the social economy values mentioned in the grant context.
- Step 2: Application Form Collection
- Visit the official website or contact the MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré to acquire the application form and supporting documents checklist.
- Step 3: Preparation of Required Documents
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal detailing social and economic objectives, importance, and impact on job creation/retention.
- Gather necessary financial statements and organizational bylaws.
- Ensure all documents highlight compliance with the democratic decision-making process and social utility production.
- Step 4: Application Submission
- Compile all required documents and complete the application form.
- Submit the application package as per the instructions provided by the MRC, either by mail or electronically.
- Step 5: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive confirmation of receipt of your application from the MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré.
- Maintain communication for any follow-up or additional requirements.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The assistance is provided in the form of a repayable contribution up to a maximum of $10,000.
- The grant aims to support the social and economic fabric by aiding social economy enterprises specifically.
- Projects should aim to create and consolidate stable jobs within the community.
- Funding is based on the principle of favoring individual and collective empowerment and democratic decision-making.