Application Process
1.
Applicant receives confirmation of geographic and categorical eligibility
2.
SFF works with applicant to assess investment readiness, determine threshold need for funding support and help secure project financing
3.
Financial Review Advisor recommends appropriate level and type of funding support for each eligible application
4.
Review Committee evaluates recommendations and votes on funding support levels and contingencies for each eligible application
5.
Applicant is notified of Review Committee’s decision
6.
Applicant signs MOU outlining conditions and timeframe for funding disbursement
7.
Applicant successfully completes contingencies detailed in MOU
8.
Applicant signs sub-award agreement with SFF
9.
SFF releases funds to applicant
10.
Applicant reports on project status and outcomes