*Churches need to include a letter from the minister/pastor on their letterhead stating that he/she is
aware of the grant and that you are tax-exempt as a religious organization along with a copy of the
group exemption. If Catholic organization, please include a copy of the page in the Catholic
Directory listing your organization.
*City/government offices need to include a letter from the Mayor’s office or City Manager’s office
under their signature on their letterhead stating that he/she is aware of the grant and that you are
tax-exempt as a city/government organization.
P
RIORITIES
Priority will be given to applications that:
collaborate with existing providers/agencies, if appropriate.
demonstrate efficient use of funds with a broad-based funding resource.
have reasonable budget line items.
completes all application questions with clear detail.
uses comprehensive approaches that are based on careful assessment and thoughtful planning.
document expertise in providing services to the target populations.
measure success and failures through an evaluation tool.
demonstrates capable, committed staff and/or volunteers.
demonstrates an ongoing funding potential.
A
P
/I
LLOWABLE
ROJECTS
TEMS
Projects may include, but are not limited to:
educational programs to instruct and motivate students.
mentoring programs.
teaching aids, educational materials.
community focused, cultural and educational programs, such as puppet shows, educational
drama, camps, etc.
parent education and support programs.
medical and health related programs, in and out of hospitals.
hospital equipment for children.
housing/furnishings for children’s centers
R
ESTRICTIONS
Funding will not be provided for:
advertising or fundraising drives.
partisan, political or denominational programs.
general and administrative costs.
intermediary funding agencies.
endowment campaigns.
Ongoing salaries or travel expenses.
requests that are not in writing.
the same program within a twelve-month period.