Destination Local eligibility and selection criteria

Nesta is supporting ten to develop next generation hyperlocal media services. The call for applications was for both new ideas seeking seed funding to launch or existing models seeking to grow and develop.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications had to be:

1. For services located in the UK
2. Using mobile technology to deliver a geographically-relevant service
3. Engaging and interact with local community
4. Able to provide evidence of audience demand/local need
5. Able to provide evidence of a potential sustainable revenue model

Selection Criteria

Applications were scored against the following criteria:

• The service makes use of mobile technology to deliver a geographically relevant local service
• The service engages with the community for public benefit 
• The applicant provides evidence of audience demand / local need for the service
• The service provides evidence of a potential revenue model following initial grant funding
• The service demonstrates quality and accuracy of content
• The service offers links with other local services
• The service tests an innovative business model
• The service brings local people or communities together offline
• The service offers a scalable solution
• The team has the ability to deliver the service

Applicants were also asked to submit a video presentation which are all available to view on Youtube here.