the recognition grants program: a conversation with program staff thursday january 29, 2015
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The Recognition Grants Program:
A Conversation with Program StaffThursday January 29, 2015Thursday January 29, 2015
Today’s Presenters
Chan Brown Program Officer
Elissa Buller Grants Officer
Jonathan Rivers Associate Program Officer
Welcome & Purpose
Housekeeping Items
At any time, please submit typed inquiries in the side bar’s “Questions” Box
This webinar will be recorded and posted on the Foundation Website
What is the Recognition Grant Program?
The Recognition Grant program funds unsolicited requests that propose projects that fit within the Foundation's mission of improving the health of all Kansans
The Foundation awards $2 Million annually
Grants of up to $25,000 per Organization per year
Applications deadlines are – March 15th & September 15th
How can funds be used to support policy initiatives?
• In addition to supporting projects, the Foundation also seeks to support initiatives that focus on promoting policy, systems and environmental (PSE) transformations that support health. Funding may be used to support the following activities of the proposed initiative:
• Strategic communication• Coalition building • Data collection to inform or support an initiative, or • Non-lobbying advocacy actions.
Recognition Grant Conference
•Conference Dates: April 8 -9, 2015•Opportunities for networking and professional development•All 2013 and 2014 applicants are invited•Register Early
The Recognition Grant Program
Ineligible Projects – Please Visit Website For Complete Listing
Medical Research Capital Campaigns Operating Deficits Lobbying as defined by the U.S. Internal
Revenue Code (IRC) section 4945(d)(1) Vehicles Medical Equipment Construction Projects Direct Mental Health Services Direct Medical Services
The Review Process
An independent review committee made up of
Kansans from all walks of life who live in different
areas of the state evaluate all of the grant
applications received in each Recognition Grant
cycle
Criteria & Typical Questions to Consider…
Does this proposal address a significant community health problem that is defined in a clear and compelling way?
Are the outcomes of the project clear, measurable and reasonable?
Is the budget appropriate for the planned activities?
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