Small Business Development Program

Geographic Scope: West Louisville, Kentucky - specifically the 9 neighborhoods: Algonquin, California, Chickasaw, Park Duvall, Park Hill, Parkland, Portland, Russell, and Shawnee

Focus Areas: Supporting small business development and growth within West Louisville neighborhoods

Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must address all Criteria for Fund Eligibility (CFE) criteria, including:

• Organizational Information: The strength and stability of the organization seeking funding
• Project Plan: The practicality and potential success of the proposed project
• Community Impact: The project's focus on meaningful, positive change within the community
• Value-Added Community Impact: The overall benefit the project will bring to the neighborhood and its residents

Background: The Partnership announced eligibility criteria for funding aimed at revitalizing West Louisville in October 2024.

Application Process

1. Review the Criteria for Fund Eligibility (CFE) presentation to understand all evaluation criteria
2. Complete the Small Business Development Program Application form
3. Ensure your application addresses all CFE criteria:
   • Organizational Information
   • Project Plan
   • Community Impact
   • Value-Added Community Impact
4. Submit application to West End Opportunity Partnership

Required Materials

• Application form (available on website)
• Documentation of organizational strength and stability
• Detailed project plan demonstrating practicality and potential success
• Evidence of community impact focus
• Demonstration of value-added community benefit

Contact for Questions

West End Opportunity Partnership
(502) 303-5251
[email protected]
westendpartners.org