Project Grant Application

Project Grant Application

McKinney Community Development Corporation FY 2026
MCDC Mission

Staying true to voter intent, we work proactively, in partnership with others, to promote and fund community, cultural, and economic development projects that maintain and enhance the quality of life in McKinney.
Important Information
- Please read the McKinney Community Development Corporation Project Grant Guidelines before completing this application.
- The Grant Guidelines are available at McKinneyCDC.org or by emailing Info@McKinneyCDC.org.
- Please submit a request for preliminary review of your project prior to submitting an application. Use the form Letter of Inquiry.
Applications must be submitted via online form and must be submitted no later than 5 p.m. on the deadline date. Incomplete applications will not be eligible for review or consideration by the board.

Project Grants offer support for projects that are eligible for consideration under Sections 501 and 505 of the Texas Local Government Code. These include:
- Projects Related to the Creation or Retention of Primary Jobs
- Horizontal Infrastructure Improvement Projects Necessary to Develop New or Expanded Business Enterprises (water, sewer, utilities, site work)
- Public Parks and Open Space Improvements
- Projects Related to Recreational or Community (city/public access) Facilities
- Professional and Amateur Sports and Athletic Facilities, including Children’s Sports
- Destination Entertainment, Tourist and Convention Facilities
- Projects Related to Low Income Housing (60% AMI or lower)
- Mass Transit-Related Facilities or Equipment
- Airport Facilities
Please include the information outlined below to ensure board consideration for funding.
- Detailed project description
  - Overall project goals - (e.g., financial impact, new business generated, new demographic reached, efficiency impact, safety and security impact, etc.)
  - Project Timeline (design to completion)
  - Detailed Project Budget
  - Site plan (property plat)
  - Design plans/images
  - Projected impact on McKinney's economy
  - Projected impact on McKinney's quality of life
- Financial viability of organization (Please provide the following documentation)
  - Verification of organization’s status (IRS letter of determination, W9, registration with the Secretary of State);
  - Most recent two years of audited financial statements including organization’s budget and profit/loss statements (written explanation if audit not available);
  - Organization’s funding sources, impact of the project, and how it will lead to new or expanded business, and the organization's financial position.
Project Grant Application Calendar

Cycle I
- Application Deadline: Dec. 30, 2025
- Presentation to MCDC Board: Jan. 22, 2026
- Board Vote and Award Notification: Feb. 26, 2026
Cycle II
- Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
- Presentation to MCDC Board: April 23, 2026
- Board Vote and Award Notification: May 28, 2026
Cycle III
- Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
- Presentation to MCDC Board: July 23, 2026
- Board Vote and Award Notification: Aug. 27, 2026
Organization Information
Organization Name
CEO / Executive Director
Name*

First NameLast Name
Federal Tax I.D.*
Incorporation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email*
example@example.com
Website*
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter / X
LinkedIn
Please provide a detailed narrative about your organization including years established, mission, goals, scope of services, staff, successes, contribution to community, etc.*
Nonprofit - 501(c)3 (Attach a copy of IRS Determination Letter)Governmental EntityFor profit corporationOther
IRS Determination Letter for 501(c)3

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Representative & Contact Information
YesNo
Representative Completing Application*

First NameLast Name
Title*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address*
example@example.com
YesNo
Contact for Communication Between MCDC and Organization

First NameLast Name
Title
Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address
example@example.com
YesNo
Property Owner Name

First NameLast Name
Title
Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address
example@example.com
Letter of Support for Project from Property Owner

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Information About Funding Request and Project Costs
Total Amount Requested*
YesNo
Matching Funds Available
YesNo
Please list name of City of McKinney entity funding source and amount.
YesNo
Provide name of organization / foundation funding source and amount.
YesNo
Please list.
Board of Directors
May be included as an attachment.
Board of Directors Attachment

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Leadership Staff
May be included as an attachment.
Leadership Staff Attachment

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What is the total cost for this Project?*
What percentage of Project total will be funded by the applicant?*
YesNo
Cash Matching Funds*
In-Kind Matching Funds*
Other Funding Sources
Please provide details regarding other potential sources for funding. Include name of organization solicited, date of solicitation, amount of solicitation and date that notice of any grant / award is expected.
Estimated Annual Taxable Sales*
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Project Description and Details

Information about the project for which you are seeking funding.
Project / Business Name*
Location of Project*
Physical Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Property Size (in acres)*
Collin CAD Property ID*
Expansion / improvementReplacement / repairMulti-phase projectNew project
Estimated Date of Project Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Estimated Date of Project Completion Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Current Appraised Value of Property*
Estimated Appraised Value (post-improvement)*
Project Details and Proposed Use
Days / Hours of Business Operation
Estimated Construction Cost for Total Project
Total Estimated Cost for Project Improvements included in grant request
Total Grant Amount Requested
YesNo
Attach at least TWO competitive bids for the project

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YesNo
Project Summary / Supplemental Documentation

Provide a comprehensive project narrative and/or attachments that include:
- Overall project goals – (e.g. - financial impact, new business generated, new demographic
  reached, efficiency impact, safety and security impact, etc.)
- Project Timeline (design to completion)
- Detailed Project Budget
- Site plan (property plat)
- Design plans/images
- Projected impact on McKinney’s economy
- Projected impact on McKinney’s quality of life
Project narrative and/or attachments

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Structure and Financial Viability of the Organization
Provide the following documentation:
- Business Plan – mission/goals, organizational structure, target customers, product lines, future
  expansion
- Verification of organization’s status (IRS letter of determination, W9, Secretary of State registration, etc.)
- Most recent two years of audited financial statement including organization’s budget and profit/loss statement
  (written explanation if audit not available.)
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Verification of organization's status

IRS letter of determination, W9, etc.
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Most recent two years of financial statement
Budget

Attach a detailed budget specific to the proposed Project.
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Financial Statements

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W9

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IRS Determination Letter (if applicable)

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990 Filed with IRS (if applicable)

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Additional Information
Business plan including mission and goals of company / organization, target customers, staff, growth goals, products / services, location(s), etc.

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Plat / map of property extending 200 feet beyond property in all directions (if applicable).

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Describe planned support activities, their use, and admission fees (if applicable).
Timeline and schedule from design to completion.

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Plans for future expansion / growth.
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Checklist for Completed Application
All applicants must submit a complete application with the following attachments and required information as detailed throughout the application to ensure Board consideration for funding.
Procedure
Organization and Financial Information
Specific Project Elements
Community & Economic Impact
Presentation to MCDC Board of Directors
Completed applications that are eligible for consideration by MCDC will be presented to the board according to the schedule included on the first page of this application. Presentations will be limited to five (5) minutes followed by time for questions from the Board. Please be prepared to provide the information outlined below in your presentation:
- Introductory overview of applying organization
- Project description (e.g. purpose, goals, impact on organization)
- Project timeline
- Summary of project budget
- Site plan and/or property plat, project designs
- Impact of project on McKinney’s economy and/or quality of life
Acknowledgements and Grantee Assurances
- The Project for which financial assistance is sought will be administered by or under the supervision of the applying individual/company.
- The Organization officials who have signed the application are authorized by the organization to submit the application.
- All funds awarded will be used exclusively for the purpose described in this application.
- Applicant owns the land, building or facility where the proposed infrastructure improvements will be made. If the Applicant does not own the land, written acknowledgement/approval from the property owner must be included with the application. The letter must document the property owner is aware of the proposed improvements and use of the property or building; and the property owner has reviewed the project plan and application, approves and supports the efforts of the Applicant.
- MCDC will be recognized as a funder of the Project. Specifics will be agreed upon by applicant and MCDC and included in an executed performance agreement.
- Individual/company representative who has signed the application is authorized to submit the application.
- Applicant will comply with the Grant Guidelines in executing the Project for which funds were awarded.
- Funded projects must be completed within one year of the date the grant is approved by the MCDC board unless an exception is granted.
- Completed Project must be inspected for Code compliance.
- A signed Contractor’s Sworn Statement and Waiver of Lien to Date form must be completed, notarized and provided to MCDC prior to receiving grant funds.
- Property owner will be responsible for maintaining the infrastructure improvements made with funding from Grant for a minimum of ten (10) years.
- A final report detailing the successful completion of the Project will be provided to MCDC no later than 30 days following completion of the Project.
- Grant funding is provided on a reimbursement basis subsequent to submission of a reimbursement request, with copies of invoices and paid receipts for qualified expenses.
- Up to 20% of the grant funds awarded may be withheld until a final report on completion of the Project is provided to MCDC.
- Applicant gives permission for the use of Board presentation images and other published event images on MCDC and City of McKinney website and social media content and print/digital publications.
- A performance agreement will be required that may outline requirements for acknowledging MCDC funding support for the project. Additionally, it will contain a provision certifying that the applicant does not and will not knowingly employ an undocumented worker in accordance with Chapter 2264 of the Texas Government Code, as amended. Further, should the applicant be convicted of a violation under 8 U.S.C. § 1324a(f), the applicant will be required to repay the amount of the public subsidy provided under the agreement plus interest, at an agreed to interest rate, not later than the 120th day after the date the MCDC notifies the applicant of the violation.
Applicant Electronic Signature
BY SIGNING THIS APPLICATION, I CERTIFY THAT I AM THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE ABOVE REFERENCED PROPERTY OR THAT I AM AUTHORIZED TO REPRESENT AND ACT ON THE BEHALF OF THE OWNER OF THE ABOVE REFERENCED PROPERTY. I ALSO CERTIFY THAT ALL OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREON IS ACCURATE AND TRUE SO FAR AS I AM AWARE AND UNDERSTAND THAT I AM LEGALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THIS APPLICATION. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT I AM NOT GUARANTEED A GRANT.

Selecting this option indicates your agreement with the above statement.
Representative Completing Application*

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Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Property Owner

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Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Notes
- Reminder: To save your progress in the form, you must scroll to the bottom of the form and select 'Save'. If you do not have a Jotform login, you will need to create one.
- Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will not be considered.
- A final report must be provided to MCDC within 30 days of the completion of the Project.
- Final payment of funding awarded will be made upon receipt of final report.
- Please use the Final Report to report your results. A PDF version is also available.
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Project Grant Application

MCDC Mission

Important Information

Project Grant Application Calendar

Cycle I

Cycle II

Cycle III

Organization Information

Representative & Contact Information

Information About Funding Request and Project Costs

Project Description and Details

Structure and Financial Viability of the Organization

Additional Information

Checklist for Completed Application

Presentation to MCDC Board of Directors

Acknowledgements and Grantee Assurances

Applicant Electronic Signature

Notes