
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund - Aftercare Program
- Open continuously
Overview
Get up to $20,000 to cover up to 75% of the costs of having a professional consultant identify areas of your business operations that may need special attention, if you have already received assistance under another First Peoples Economic Growth Fund (FPE
At a glance
Funding available
- Optimize production processes
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
- All industries
- Manitoba
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Indigenous Peoples
- Startups
Next Steps
Activities funded
The Aftercare Program is designed to support new businesses by funding the engagement of professional consultants. The focus is on analyzing business operations and identifying areas for improvement.
- Engagement of professional consultants to assess business operations.
Documents Needed
- Consultant terms of reference or proposal
- Consultant resume or qualifications
- Cost quote for the consultant
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- New businesses that received assistance under another FPEGF program
Who is not eligible
This grant does not specify any ineligible companies or industries based on the provided context. Without additional details, it cannot be determined which applicants are restricted.
Eligible expenses
This grant supports new businesses by engaging professional consultants to enhance their operational success. The program focuses on delivering expert advice to refine business processes and address critical areas.
- Engagement of professional consultants to assess business operations.
- Identification of areas requiring special attention through expert evaluation.
- Strategic consulting aimed at improving business success prospects.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Development of interim or annual financial statements.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are as follows:
- Applicants must provide the name and qualifications of the proposed consultant, proposed terms of reference, and a quote.
- FPEGF recommends obtaining three competitive quotes.
- Approval of funding is required prior to the consultant commencing the assignment.
How to apply
Eligibility Confirmation
- Ensure that the business has previously received assistance from another FPEGF program.
- Verify that the intended use of funding is for engaging a professional consultant and not for the development of financial statements.
Engage a Consultant
- Identify potential professional consultants to assist your business.
- Obtain and review at least three competitive quotes from qualified consultants.
- Select a consultant based on qualifications and cost-effectiveness.
- Prepare documentation that includes the consultant's name, qualifications, proposed terms of reference, and the chosen quote.
Prepare Application
- Complete all necessary sections of the application form as required by FPEGF.
- Attach all required documentation, including consultant details and quotes.
Submit Application
- Submit the completed application and all supporting documents to FPEGF for review.
- Ensure that all documents are accurate and submitted before any deadlines set by FPEGF.
Await Approval
- Await confirmation and approval of the application before starting the consultant’s engagement.
- If approved, proceed to engage the consultant as per the agreed terms and conditions.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding approval is required before the consultant starts work.
- FPEGF may conduct credit checks and property searches before making a decision.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Funding is specifically aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and identifying areas of improvement for new businesses.
- There is a recommendation but not a mandatory requirement to obtain three competitive quotes for consultant services.