How does a non-profit agency apply for United Way funding?
Please contact Kristina Hein for questions regarding our Community Investment process at khein@uwcc.net or 701-237-5050
United Way of Cass-Clay Community Investment Process
Any program wishing to partner with United Way of Cass-Clay must submit a letter of intent. Letters of Intent for Basic Needs programs will be accepted January 1st through October 1st 2008. Letters of Intent for Prevention and Development programs will be accepted January 1st through October 1st 2009.
The letter of intent must:
- Identify an emerging need or gap in service. Evidence of the need must be presented in the letter.
- Identify a measurable solution to the emerging need or gap in service.
Letters of intent must be no more than two pages in length with 11 point font.
Please use the following format when submitting your letter:
A.
Name of Organization or Partnership
Name of Program or project
Address
City, State, Zip
Contact Person
Phone
Website
B. Organization Description (50-75 words)
C. Project/Program Name
D. Summary of Program (200-400 words)
1. Identify an emerging need or gap in service. Evidence of the need must be presented in the letter.
2.Identify a measurable solution to the emerging need or gap in service.
E. How do you plan to measure the success or impact of the program?
F. Population Served
G. Project/Program Budget
H. Project Request
The Community Investment Committee will give heavier weight to programs that foster collaboration between nonprofits, direct service programs and other entities.
- Invitations to submit a full admissions application will be sent based on letters of intent and the funding cycle.
- The admissions cycle may take 1-2 years.
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