Life Lab projects that teach science, nutrition and the benefits of horticulture through active participation and curriculum Applicants with ineligible projects will be required to make a presentation to the Grants Review Committee. Approval is given by the San Jose Beautiful Steering Committee at its regular meeting of the third Wednesday of the month. Projects that have demonstrated commitment from the applicants and the surrounding community are given preference. Volunteer labor, cash or material contributions from outside sources must equal or exceed grant award. Skilled trade labor may be valued at prevailing cost rate.
Applicants are fully responsible for completing beautification projects.
Where appropriate, applicants for landscaping projects are strongly advised to obtain assistance from design professionals before submitting their application. Applicants whose beautification projects fit the basic criteria for grant award will be invited to make a brief presentation within approximately two weeks of the application deadline. Funding recommendations are then forwarded to the San Jose Beautiful Steering Committee for decision at their next regular meeting. These reports must summarize the total value of the project, including volunteer contributions and San Jose Beautiful grant award. Standard Conditions Grant applicant agrees to acknowledge funding to San Jose Beautiful in any and all press releases and public announcements regarding beautification projects.