Applicant- the entity requesting financial assistance from DED under this program.
Award- grant funding approved under this program for eligible applicants.
Awardee- an applicant receiving an award under this program.
DED- Louisiana Department of Economic Development.
Operating Costs- ongoing administrative, salary and travel expenses of the organization(s) applying for program funds.
Program- the Regional Initiatives Program.
Secretary- the Secretary of the Department of Economic Development.
La. Admin. Code tit. 13, § III-703