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Time for Advocacy is NOW! - Webinar
May 22, 2012 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Register Now!
The last day of Session is Friday, May 18, and our legislators will be returning to their districts. Their focus will shift from policy to the upcoming election cycle. An election year is a HUGE opportunity for nonprofit organizations to build relationships with candidates. In this webinar, you'll learn from a seasoned veteran from both sides of the coin. Former Senator, Pat Dougherty will give you an inside look at how to build those relationships and educate candidates on the work you do.
ED 101 Seminar
Application Deadline June 1 | Apply Online
Have you been an executive director long enough to know the basics, but realize there is a lot more that you can learn about the nuances of being an executive director? This seminar is designed to help newer executive directors take the next step in their development and will be presented by professionals who can help you learn the leadership skills to successfully lead a non-profit organization. More information.
Time for Advocacy is NOW! - Webinar
May 22, 2012 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Register Now!
The last day of Session is Friday, May 18, and our legislators will be returning to their districts. Their focus will shift from policy to the upcoming election cycle. An election year is a HUGE opportunity for nonprofit organizations to build relationships with candidates. In this webinar, you'll learn from a seasoned veteran from both sides of the coin. Former Senator, Pat Dougherty will give you an inside look at how to build those relationships and educate candidates on the work you do.
ED 101 Seminar
Application Deadline June 1 | Apply Online
Have you been an executive director long enough to know the basics, but realize there is a lot more that you can learn about the nuances of being an executive director? This seminar is designed to help newer executive directors take the next step in their development and will be presented by professionals who can help you learn the leadership skills to successfully lead a non-profit organization. More information.
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The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation wants to help relieve people in communities nationwide of the guesswork in determining the quality of their local doctors and hospitals. A newly launched online service provides links to over 200 reports that contain information on whether doctors and hospitals deliver good or bad care.
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Missouri Foundation for Health
Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants Program - 2012
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will I have more than one opportunity to apply for a Capacity Building - Technical Assistance grant?
Yes. There are two cycles of the Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants program in 2012: Cycle 1 proposal deadline is February 13, 2012, with project start date of June 1, 2012, and Cycle 2 proposal deadline is June 4, 2012, with project start date of November 1, 2012. Please note that no organization may have more than one pending proposal under review at a time.
May I apply for more than one capacity building grant?
An organization may only have one capacity building grant under review at a time. A capacity building grant must be officially closed before applying for a subsequent capacity building grant.
Is the organization bound by the MFH 25% rules as it relates to budget and other MFH applications?
No, Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants Program applications and awards do not affect an organization’s eligibility for other Missouri Foundation for Health grant programs.
What costs are typically covered under the program?
The Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants Program is intended to provide funding support for consultant fees and directly related costs, e.g., travel, material resources, etc. that are essential to the project. Local consultants are preferred and proposal must justify reason for use of a non-Missouri consultant.
What costs are typically NOT covered under the program?
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Program-related costs such as staff time or any costs related to employee participation, e.g., salaries, extra compensation, payment of temporary staff to substitute for employees.
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Engagement of consultant to implement programming related to the project
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Rental fees
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Lodging for employees or Board members
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IT – related: computer hardware
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Software that is more than 10% of total amount requested.
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Conference and seminar training resulting from recommendations made by the consultant.
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Printing of program-related materials i.e., brochures
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Unexplained consultant travel from outside Missouri
What criteria will reviewers use when evaluating the proposals?
Proposals will be reviewed and evaluated on the following criteria which will serve as a guide in the review process:
Mission – 10 points
The organization’s mission & activities are aligned with and promote the Foundation’s mission to improve the health of people and communities served.
Project – 70 points (as follows)
Project Description – 10 points
Application clearly summarizes the purpose, major goals and objectives of this project. Sufficient detail is provided to illustrate the planned impact of the project, i.e., as a result of this proposed capacity building intervention, it is clear what will be the long term effect on the organization/coalition. If more than one intervention activity is requested, a strong justification is made for how the activities are linked to the overall project.
Capacity Need – 10 points
The agency clearly explains why the specific assistance is being sought and the process for how the need and project intervention were determined.
Organizational Readiness & Resources – 15 points
Applicant can adequately describe organizational and leadership readiness to engage in the work proposed. The applicant demonstrates the necessary resources/capacity to accomplish the project, including defining appropriate participation from different levels of the staff and board, delineating roles appropriately based on qualifications/experience, and anticipating potential challenges or obstacles that may affect project progress. The organization is stable and not undergoing a crisis situation that would adversely impact its readiness for or ability to complete the proposed project.
Leadership – 10 Points
Application clearly indicates commitment of the Board and staff leadership to change and capacity building. The Board and staff leadership possess the skills and expertise to guide the organization through change and are willing to invest the necessary time and resources. Agency leadership demonstrates the ability to move the organization through change. The agency has had experience in and success with managing consultant relationships.
Workplan – 15 points
The workplan is thoughtful and proposes achievable and reasonable activities for both the consultant and agency that will lead to stated outcomes/deliverables. Project schedule for accomplishing activities and milestones are logical and attainable. Operational/implementation plans are included in all strategic, development and communications planning projects. Duration of project is clearly indicated on the applicant’s cover page.
Consultant – 10 points
The applicant demonstrated due diligence by conducting at least three interviews with potential consultants and has indicated selected consultant’s qualifications and experience as appropriate for the requested intervention. Consultant will provide technical assistance and training to allow long-term skill transfer and learning by organizational leadership.
Evaluation – 20 points
The agency presents the overall strategic organizational goal for the proposed intervention and the anticipated impact or benefit. The applicant can clearly describe the project’s measurable, time-specific objectives related to the anticipated organizational change/impact and capacities to be built. The application outlines a clear, sound process for evaluating achievement of these objectives and indicators of success.
Missouri Foundation for Health
Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants Program - 2012
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will I have more than one opportunity to apply for a Capacity Building - Technical Assistance grant?
Yes. There are two cycles of the Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants program in 2012: Cycle 1 proposal deadline is February 13, 2012, with project start date of June 1, 2012, and Cycle 2 proposal deadline is June 4, 2012, with project start date of November 1, 2012. Please note that no organization may have more than one pending proposal under review at a time.
May I apply for more than one capacity building grant?
An organization may only have one capacity building grant under review at a time. A capacity building grant must be officially closed before applying for a subsequent capacity building grant.
Is the organization bound by the MFH 25% rules as it relates to budget and other MFH applications?
No, Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants Program applications and awards do not affect an organization’s eligibility for other Missouri Foundation for Health grant programs.
What costs are typically covered under the program?
The Capacity Building - Technical Assistance Grants Program is intended to provide funding support for consultant fees and directly related costs, e.g., travel, material resources, etc. that are essential to the project. Local consultants are preferred and proposal must justify reason for use of a non-Missouri consultant.
What costs are typically NOT covered under the program?
-
Program-related costs such as staff time or any costs related to employee participation, e.g., salaries, extra compensation, payment of temporary staff to substitute for employees.
-
Engagement of consultant to implement programming related to the project
-
Rental fees
-
Lodging for employees or Board members
-
IT – related: computer hardware
-
Software that is more than 10% of total amount requested.
-
Conference and seminar training resulting from recommendations made by the consultant.
-
Printing of program-related materials i.e., brochures
-
Unexplained consultant travel from outside Missouri
What criteria will reviewers use when evaluating the proposals?
Proposals will be reviewed and evaluated on the following criteria which will serve as a guide in the review process:
Mission – 10 points
The organization’s mission & activities are aligned with and promote the Foundation’s mission to improve the health of people and communities served.
Project – 70 points (as follows)
Project Description – 10 points
Application clearly summarizes the purpose, major goals and objectives of this project. Sufficient detail is provided to illustrate the planned impact of the project, i.e., as a result of this proposed capacity building intervention, it is clear what will be the long term effect on the organization/coalition. If more than one intervention activity is requested, a strong justification is made for how the activities are linked to the overall project.
Capacity Need – 10 points
The agency clearly explains why the specific assistance is being sought and the process for how the need and project intervention were determined.
Organizational Readiness & Resources – 15 points
Applicant can adequately describe organizational and leadership readiness to engage in the work proposed. The applicant demonstrates the necessary resources/capacity to accomplish the project, including defining appropriate participation from different levels of the staff and board, delineating roles appropriately based on qualifications/experience, and anticipating potential challenges or obstacles that may affect project progress. The organization is stable and not undergoing a crisis situation that would adversely impact its readiness for or ability to complete the proposed project.
Leadership – 10 Points
Application clearly indicates commitment of the Board and staff leadership to change and capacity building. The Board and staff leadership possess the skills and expertise to guide the organization through change and are willing to invest the necessary time and resources. Agency leadership demonstrates the ability to move the organization through change. The agency has had experience in and success with managing consultant relationships.
Workplan – 15 points
The workplan is thoughtful and proposes achievable and reasonable activities for both the consultant and agency that will lead to stated outcomes/deliverables. Project schedule for accomplishing activities and milestones are logical and attainable. Operational/implementation plans are included in all strategic, development and communications planning projects. Duration of project is clearly indicated on the applicant’s cover page.
Consultant – 10 points
The applicant demonstrated due diligence by conducting at least three interviews with potential consultants and has indicated selected consultant’s qualifications and experience as appropriate for the requested intervention. Consultant will provide technical assistance and training to allow long-term skill transfer and learning by organizational leadership.
Evaluation – 20 points
The agency presents the overall strategic organizational goal for the proposed intervention and the anticipated impact or benefit. The applicant can clearly describe the project’s measurable, time-specific objectives related to the anticipated organizational change/impact and capacities to be built. The application outlines a clear, sound process for evaluating achievement of these objectives and indicators of success.
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Visit our registration center to begin an account with the new NSC website. Choose from free subscription options that will allow you to post community events or manage a consultant profile. Also available are cost-effective subscriptions allowing for unlimited monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual job posting capabilities.
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