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MINI-GRANT APPLICATION
In support of
MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION & RECRUITMENT/MISSION–BASED PROGRAMMING
Click for Application Form   Evaluation Form

Request for Proposals
Timeline for Project:                  November 2008 - May 2009

Proposal Forms and Instructions Available            October 27, 2008

Proposals Due            Ongoing

Notification of Intent to Fund or Decline            Within 30 days of  application submission

Funds disbursed                            Ongoing

Completion of Funded Project Activities            May 30, 2009

Evaluation Report Submitted                    June 30, 2009

For help with this proposal contact:

Laura Wimmer, AAUW VA Co-State President
Lwim@aol.com or 804-496-6124
Dianne Blais, AAUW VA Co-State President
dianneblais@aol.com or 703-830-1998
Mary Kate Black, Vice President for Membership
bbbmkb@cox.net or 703-938-6157

BACKGROUND

The AAUW of Virginia State Board has voted to provide financial assistance to branches in the areas of membership promotion, new member recruitment and mission-based programming.  The motion was put forth to encourage and promote special membership drives and programs.  Through community involvement at the local level, membership recruitment and retention can be improved which will enhance programs that focus more on our mission of equity for women and girls.


FUNDING INFORMATION

Up to 12 projects will be funded.  Recipients will be geographically diverse, and projects will represent a variety of relevant activities.
Only one proposal per branch will be considered for funding in any fiscal year. Projects will be developed, organized, and implemented between November 1, 2008 and May 30, 2009  (not those already completed before November 1, 2008). Each project award from the AAUW of Virginia board cannot exceed $100.00.
Proposals should be no more than two pages in length and the attached template must be used. An evaluation form must be submitted 30 days after the grant-funded activity/event is completed.  A template is provided and it is suggested that you look at it ahead of time to know what questions will need to be answered after the fact.  That may assist you in your planning.
Who Can Apply?

Any branch with the AAUW of Virginia, but all applications must have the approval of the branch board.

Types of Activities to be funded:

Proposed projects must include or promote at least one of the following types of activities: member recruitment, mission driven programs.
Check the website at www.aauw.org for mission based program ideas or talk to the state board officers listed on the front of this application.
We will give preference to innovative projects that have the potential to be a catalyst for branch growth and development.

Review Process:

Proposals will be reviewed by a committee comprised of the 3 individuals listed on the front cover page.  You will receive a response to your application within 30 calendar days.
 

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