The application is a six step process. The information required is outlined below. Once the application is started, you have the option to save your work and resume the process at a later date.
1. Applicant Information
- Organization name:
- Type of organization:
- Organization address:
- Organization website:
- Organization representative:
- Representative e-mail address:
- Representative phone #:
2. Application Information
- Grant amount request:
- Beginning and end dates of project period:
- Purpose of grant:
3. Organization: History / Mission
Describe the work of your organization, addressing each of the following (200-400 words):
- Brief history
- Missions and goals
- Board roster and number of paid part-time and full-time staff
- Other work/projects (to date)
4. Project Summary
Provide a summary of the proposed project, addressing each of the following (500-1000 words):
- Project name and timeline
- Approaches and methods of the activities planned for this project
- What the objectives of the project are, what results do you hope to achieve and who/what will benefit from the project
- Any plans for sustaining the project and for long-term sources/strategies for funding upon completion of the proposed grant
- Why this project is important
5. Project Overview
Provide an overview of the proposed project, addressing each of the following (300-600 words):
- How the funds will be spent
- How the project fits the aims and scope of NIMMSA
- Titles, qualifications, and experience of key personnel involved in project
- Evaluation – how you will measure the effectiveness of your activities
6. Attachments
- Detailed budget for project (mandatory)
- Resume(s) of the project leader(s) (mandatory)
- Letters of support (optional)
- Permits and permissions (when applicable)