HOMECOR OFFERING CURB APPEAL GRANTS
For 15 years, Homecor has been assisting homeowners in the Central City of Holland as they seek to maintain and improve their homes. This Spring, Homecor will continue our mission of enhancing Central City neighborhoods by offering new matching mini-grants to homeowners who wish to make exterior enhancements to their home that will increase the curb appeal of
their home and neighborhood.
Homecor will be offering eligible homeowners in our target area matching grant assistance up to $1,000 for exterior home improvements. This is a 1:1 grant where every $1 grant provided
by Homecor requires a $1 cash or labor contribution from the homeowner.
Eligibility:
· The home must be in our target area of 8th to 19th Street, from Lincoln Avenue to Harrison Avenue.
· The home must be owner occupied.
· All property taxes must be current.
· Applications must be received by May 2, 2011 for consideration by the Homecor Board
· Work must be completed by July 5, 2011
Applicable Enhancements:
· Front Porch
· Facade enhancements
· New trees, Perennials and landscaped bark beds
· Exterior painting
· Front doors
· Fences
· Tree removal and trimming
Homecor is a 501c-3 non-profit organization that is supported solely by private contributions. We have set aside $10,000 for this Curb Appeal Grant program and will select projects to
reward grants based on the applicants stated financial need, the potential for positive impact on the neighborhood and the homeowner's willingness to contribute to the project.
To apply, please contact Amy Alderink from Homecor to arrange a site visit prior to May 2, 2011. Amy will take photos and learn the details of your project. You will need to provide Amy copies
(paper or electronic) of the estimates and bids for your desired project.
Homecor
151 Central Avenue, Suite 280
Holland, MI 49423
