• 2026 Score Sheet

    2026 Score Sheet

    Grant Reviewer Rubric Vs 2.2
  • Does the reviewer have a Conflict of Interest with this applicant or business?*

  • Conflicts of Interest

    Federal guidelines prohibit the distribution of funds when there are conflicts of interest or impartiality. Because the MLKCIA Grant Funds are federally distributed ARPA funds, we must document and address potential conflicts accordingly.

    If you are certain there is a conflict of interest with this applicant, then you are not to participate in any discussion or debate on this application. To avoid the appearance of impartiality or influence, click the Submit Conflict button below this will submit the form without any scoring imput from you to the Grant Review Committee.

    If you believe there is a potential conflict, but not sure, do not score the rubric or submit the conflict until you have spoken with Monica Moser from the Jackson Community Foundation to determine if there is a conflict.

  • Number of years the business/nonprofit been incorporated: (N0 POINTS) **
  • Location – Is the business/nonprofit located in or planning on being located in the MLKCIA?*
  • Does this business/application have proof of address in the corridor (existing current address in the corridor or a signed lease or contract. )

  • NOTE: Potential future agreements are not concrete. To be considered an agreement should be signed by property owner and applicant/representative and include all relevant information. This is to prevent funding an organization that is not in the MLK Corridor. Interests, or offers to rent or purchase, are not final.

  • Does this project enhance the appearance/aesthetics of the corridor*
  • Need – Is this project based on a demonstrated need or community request for services/products in the MLKCIA?*
  • Tax Revenue – Does it seem likely the grant will effectively create jobs or tax revenue?*
  • Will the business create jobs, tax revenue or both
  • Purpose of Grant – How will grant dollars be spent?*
  • Budget – Does the budget seem reasonable?*
  • Debt – Is the applicant/business in good financial condition?*
  • Planning – Has the applicant provided a business plan?*
  • If needed, have they had a pre-development meeting with the City of Jackson Planning Department?*
  • How many Jobs
  • What is the likelihood of tax revenue for this business?
  • Sustainability – Do you think the applicant can implement and sustain this initiative?*
  • Does the applicant response to the criminal/civil litigation question strengthen or weaken the proposal?*
  • Overall Impression – Overall, how interested are you in funding this proposal?*
  • Should be Empty: