|
The HRM Grants Committee is a standing committee of Regional Council and comprises six (6) members of Regional Council, one Councillor from each Community Council, and six (6) members of the public. The committee is assisted by staff of HRM Community Development and the Office of the Municipal Clerk. Staff from other departments also provide assistance in the review of applications, referrals, and the distribution of information.
The Grants Committee makes recommendations for Regional Council's approval. For example, in developing eligibility criteria, categories of assistance, policy and procedures for programs and services delivered under the auspices of the HRM Grants Program. The Grants Committee also submits annual recommendations to Regional Council regarding grants and tax exemptions for non-profit organizations, and requests from community groups property sales and leasing. The Grants Committee meets once a month.
If your organization would like to make a presentation to the Grants Committee the request should be made in the form of a letter. The committee may accept or decline a request.
Presenters are granted a total of 20 minutes to present. 10 minutes for presentation and 10 for questions and answers by the committee members.
Terms of Reference
|
