Welcome to the Allegany Franciscan Ministries2013 Major Grant Information & Technical

Assistance Webinar

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Welcome and Reflection Our Mission/Strategies Major Grant Application

Timeline & Process Application Tips & Materials Major Grant Application Review

Q & A

2013 Major Grant Application – Webinar Agenda

Presenters

Cheri Wright-JonesRegional VPTampa Bay (Pinellas & Hillsborough Counties)

Miguel MilanesRegional VPMiami-Dade County

Upendo Shabazz-PhillipsRegional VPPalm Beach, Martin & St. Lucie Counties

Jessica GonzalezGrant Manager & Program Officer

Dear God,

As we meet today, may your Spirit come upon us.

May our minds receive Your wisdom, our souls receive Your blessing, and our hearts receive Your love.

May all those we meet, or even think of on this day, feel better for it.

May we contribute peace.

May we serve Your purposes, with all we say and do, today and always.

Amen

Reflection

Allegany Franciscan Ministries – Mission

This Catholic organization, guided by

the mission and rooted in the

tradition and vision of the Franciscan

Sisters of Allegany, is a catalyst for

systemic change by committing

resources and working

collaboratively with others to

promote physical, mental, spiritual,

societal and cultural well-being in

communities served.

2013 Grant Focus & Strategies

Increase access to health services

&

Improve the overall health status of underserved communities

2013 Grant Strategies

Community education and outreach

Health care services and basic needs

Increased capacity and coordination of the healthcare delivery system

Advocacy and community efforts

2013 Grants – Goals

Improve access to health services and information for marginalized, vulnerable, underserved or economically disadvantaged residents in the region

Foster collaboration and partnerships that positively impact the health of individuals, families, or communities

Address documented unmet needs in the community

Support community-based non-profit organizations working to achieve systemic change, social justice, and community health and well-being

On what you do and why you are submitting this request …

About those you serve …

About your connection to our mission & values …

On your story …

Before You Begin … Pause and Reflect

Pre-Application

(Done!)

Full Application Due

May 30th Noon

Site Visits/Meetings

(July - October)

Funding Begins

(January 2014 or later)

Decisions Announced

(September - December)

2013 Major Grant Application Timeline

Read the entire 2013 Major Grant

Application Instructions document

Look at FAQ’s as a resource

Follow link in the email you received

2013 Major Grant Application – Getting Started

Complete your responses in Word© , then paste into the appropriate field

Pay attention to character limits Don’t use all CAPS Avoid acronyms and jargon Save your work frequently When uploading documents, click “save

as draft” to finalize each upload Before submitting, “Print Packet” and

read/have someone else read

2013 Major Grant Application – Tips

Certain documents must be mailed (not e-mailed) to your regional vice president

One copy of each. Include cover sheet with list. No extra binding, covering, etc., is necessary

Postmark by May 30th; please do not express mail, FedEx, or hand deliver

2013 Major Grant Application – Additional Materials

Immediate past year and approved current year budget

Audited Financial Statement with accompanying notes and management letter

Most recent Form 990

Organization’s strategic plan or business plan, if available

2013 Major Grant Application – Required Materials

List of references for sources cited in application

Copy of curriculum/educational materials

Sample of evaluation system

Documentation of evidence-based models

Other materials referenced in your application

2013 Major Grant Application – Supplemental Materials

Questions?

2013 Major Grant Application – Specific Content

Please stand by while we switch over to review the actual online application

If you have any questions, please email them to us

Do not wait until the days before the application is due to ask questions

Please begin working on your application now!

The deadline is May 30th at 12 noon! Again, don’t wait until May 30th to submit!

2013 Major Grant Application – Next Steps

After your application has been submitted, one or more of the following may occur: A call or email from us to

clarify or obtain information A site visit during July -

October An opportunity to present your

project and answer questions in person - October

2013 Major Grant Application – Next Steps

2013 Major Grant Application - Questions & Support…

For Technical Support with the online application, contact Jessica Gonzalez, 727-507-9668, jgonzalez@afmfl.org

For all other Questions about your application, contact your regional vice president:

Miguel Milanes305-860-1441

mmilanes@afmfl.org

Upendo Shabazz-Phillips 561-802-9013

ushabazzphillips@afmfl.org

Cheri Wright-Jones 813-685-3232

cwrightjones@afmfl.org

Thank You!

Peace and All Good!