Selection Process

Selection Process. The process used for evaluating, selecting, and funding applications is based on the following: A. Eligibility B. Project readiness C. Company's financial condition One (1) original and one (1) copy of the application must be submitted to the Community Services Division of MDA, Rural Impact Fund Grant Program, 5th Floor Woolfolk Office Building, 510 North West Street, Jackson, MS. Applications will be accepted starting May 1, 2003. It should be noted that the Executive Director of MDA may at his discretion commit Rural Impact Funds to projects prior to an application being submitted to MDA, if a specific project is involved and timing of the award would have a direct effect on the location or expansion of the project. All projects funded should create a minimum of five (5) new jobs. A Rural Community may submit up to two applications during a calendar year; however, efforts will be made to fund projects representing all areas of the state.