Grant Application

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By submitting the below form you are acknowledging that you are applying to be considered for a Spark small business grant in accordance with the Official Rules. You are agreeing to be contacted by Spark’s representatives and review committee to evaluate your application and following the acceptance of this application.

The Spark Program goals are to invite either individuals or organizations (collectively, “Applicants”) worldwide to fuel new business and employment opportunities in the mortgage industry. This program has an initial focus on underrepresented or disadvantaged populations.

Participation in the Spark Program (“Program”) constitutes the Applicants’ full and unconditional agreement to these Official Rules and to AIME Spark’s (“Administrator”) decisions, which are final and binding in all matters related to the Program. Chosen Applicants participating are contingent upon fulfilling all requirements set forth in the Official Rules and application. The Program dates, location, and other criteria are subject to change anytime at the sole discretion of the Administrator. Additional program details are available on our program details page.

Spark Business Grant Application

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Please select which program you're applying for*
How did you hear about Spark?*
Additional Details (Please tell us the name of the person who referred you.)
First Name*
Last Name*
Email*
Street Address*
Street Address Line 2
City*
State*
Zip Code*
Mobile Phone*
Date of Birth*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
What is your gender?*
What is your race/ethnicity?*
Do you have any of the below affiliations with the U.S. Armed Forces?*

Are you currently employed in the mortgage industry?*
Have you previously worked in the mortgage industry?*
What mortgage channel were you employed in?*
What mortgage channel are you currently employed in?*
What is your current role?*
How many years have worked in the mortgage industry total?*
How many years have you worked in the wholesale mortgage channel?*
What is your NMLS #?*
Please enter a number greater than or equal to 1000.
What states are you licensed in?*
What was your closed unit amount in 2022? (January 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022)*
What was your closed volume amount in 2022? (January 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022)*
What percentage of ownership stake will you / do you hold in your brokerage?*
Please enter a number from 1 to 100.
What is the brokerage NMLS# of your company?*
Please enter a number from 1 to 999999999999.
How many employees does your brokerage employ?*
What is your brokerage's name?*
What is your brokerage's phone number?*
What is your brokerage's street address?*
Where is your brokerage located? (City)*
Where is your brokerage located? (State)*
Where do you plan to open your brokerage? (City)*
Where do you plan to open your brokerage? (State)*

In 150 - 200 words explain why you are passionate about the mortgage industry and why you want to own your own brokerage.*
In 150 - 200 words explain how receiving the Spark grant will help you start or grow your brokerage.*
In 200 words or less explain how you serve your community as a business owner and any specific ways you plan to help home buyers.*
References
All reference information needs to be included in order for your application to be considered.
Professional Reference*
Title company representative, contract processor, non-mortgage supervisor from a former job, someone who has worked with you in the last 5 years, not a client
Professional Reference*
Title company representative, contract processor, non-mortgage supervisor from a former job, someone who has worked with you in the last 5 years, not a client
Community Reference*
Religious or volunteer organization leader, professor/teacher, former client, etc.
Community Reference*
Religious or volunteer organization leader, professor/teacher, former client, etc.
Personal Reference*
Family or friend
Work History*
Business Plan*
Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, doc, docx, Max. file size: 3 MB.
Allowed Formats: .pdf, .jpg, .png, .doc, .docx
Profit & Loss Estimate*
Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, Max. file size: 3 MB.
Allowed Formats: .pdf, .jpg, .png, .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx
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By submitting this application you are agreeing to the terms and conditions in the Official Program Rules.

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