The Commercial Innovation Grant Program was created to assist REALTOR® associations with funding for game changing ideas that have a member benefit or add value to commercial real estate professionals on a local level. Check out the Commercial Grant Recipient page to learn more.

How to Apply

2013 Innovation Grant Program & Application

Innovation Grant Process

The same assessment criteria will be utilized for every submission received.

Please complete the application form completely and submit it to NAR with appropriate attachments by February 15th, 2013.

Innovation Goals

1. To enhance the membership value and experience of members involved in commercial real estate.
2. To connect and engage members in relationship building programs within the association.
3. To elevate the exposure and expertise of the local commercial real estate professional and REALTOR® association within the market area and community.

Innovation Criteria

1. Does the Innovation Grant proposal impact the REALTOR® association with a new or enhanced product, program, process or service to improve the member's experience?
2. Does the proposal educate the general membership on commercial real estate issues or programs?
3. Does the proposal increase awareness of REALTORS® who are commercial real estate practitioners?
4. Are there clearly demonstrated measurable goals that indicate the potential success of the project?
5. Is there a reasonable understanding of budget and timeline necessary to achieve success?
6. Does the applicant recognize factors that may inhibit the ability of the project to meet its goals?
7. Can the idea be adapted to other REALTOR® associations?
8. Does the REALTOR® association have an active commercial structure (committee, division, alliance, etc.)

Applications may be emailed to msligh@realtors.org or mailed to:

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
430 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Attn: Melanie Sligh

Application

2013 Innovation Grant Program & Application

Important Notes
Not all applicants will receive grants. NAR Commercial does not fulfill requests for funding towards general Operating Expenses. If you have received a 2012 Innovation Grant you must have submitted your 2012 Executive Summary in order to apply for a 2013 Innovation Grant.

View Executive Summaries for past recipients