•In addition we have stipends of up to $100/chapter available to local chapters or
other agencies for mini-projects to be done in conjunction with World Breastfeeding Week, August 1-6 each year. Applications from local chapters for WBW stipends should be received by June 30th. Local chapters have priority to receive funds. Other organizations will be considered if residual funds are available. Consequently we can receive, but not consider applications from other organizations until July 15th. •Local chapter members may also apply for travel stipends to attend our quarterly meetings in Albuquerque. We understand that there are members in remote parts of the state who find the distances and times necessary for travel too burdensome. •Finally, we are able to provide tuition reimbursement to members who have passed the IBCLC certifying exam. (A total of 3 Certification and 3 Recertification Scholarships will be rewarded.) I. Who is eligible? A. Local chapters of The New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force B. Non-chapter members wishing to apply are encouraged to become members of a local chapter or to obtain sponsorship of an active local chapter Task force member. C. If there is no local chapter of the Task Force in your community, you can start a local chapter by contacting Sharon Giles-Pullen at 505-476-8812. sharon.giles-pullen@state.nm.us II. Description of the Grant A. The NM Breastfeeding Task Force grant funding for the year 2012 is $10,000. B .Grant applications will be accepted for amounts from $100 - $10,000. C. In the case of multiple applications partial funding may be awarded. D. Applications must be received by noon on November 30, 2011. E. Grants are intended to provide funds for a one time project or start-up funds. Grants will not be given for previously funded projects. Examples of grant requests that are not acceptable: • funds to attend conferences; certification or exam fees • any items normally paid by agencies or entities such as hospitals, clinics, or federally funded programs as part of their operating or equipment budget • salaries or stipends even for peer counselors. • funds to purchase items for rent such as breast pumps. • food, including meals and snacks. F. Please list specific items on the budget, not “books”; please name the books/reprints/etc, list how many, and the cost. G. Proposals must demonstrate intent to positively impact breastfeeding initiation and/or duration. H. The proposal should be no longer than 4 pages. Appendixes or supporting documentation are not allowed. I.. Helpful hints: The grant application is very short for a reason. We want it to be easy for all applicants. But please explain in detail why you need a grant, what you will spend the money on, and how the grant will work. Convince us! Not all members of the grant committee have breastfeeding backgrounds Make sure your proposals will be understood by lay persons. III. Proposal Guidelines A. The Need- What is the problem/need in your community? Include a needs assessment. This could include a formal survey, client interviews, chart review, or a literature search. B. Project Objectives- Clear outcomes that can be measured. C. Project Description- List the specific activities of the project including who will be responsible for these activities, when you will start, and a proposed completion date. D. For a project involving another organization/agency/business, etc. , please document a supporting statement from them. Example: The XYZ Company has agreed to provide pump room space if a grant can purchase the supplies. E. Evaluation- How will you measure your outcomes? F. Budget- List all expenses in detail. If a grant is awarded, a financial statement of expenses covering up to September 30 will be due November 15, 2012. G. Successful grant recipients must present a written report including outcomes at the December 2012 Task Force meeting. An oral presentation will be due at the March, 2013 Task Force meeting. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Application Checklist I. Cover Sheet Completed and Signed II. Needs Assessment III. Measurable Outcomes/Objectives IV. Project Description V. Evaluation VI. Budget Form (Please use the form included) Note: Numbers II-V should be no longer than 4 pages Submit applications to: Jacie Coryell, Grant Coordinator 8801 Lagrima de Oro NE Albuquerque, NM 87111 or jacie@swcp.com •Grant applications may be submitted by email and confirmation receipts will be sent. Please make sure they are submitted by the deadline of noon on November 30th. •Grant applications may be mailed. We strongly suggest that you pay for Delivery Confirmation. Please make sure the grant is received by noon of November 30th. Submit reports to: Jacie Coryell 8801 Lagrima de Oro NE Albuquerque, NM 87111 or jacie@swcp.com Call for additional information: 505-293-5215 |
Grant Applications and Guidelines |
Established 1988 |
The New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force in its effort to promote breastfeeding
offers to its members several grant opportunities: •The most noteworthy are grants given to individual chapters which in 2012 will have a total value of $10,000.00. Please read, reflect on, and note the Grant Proposal Guidelines below . We require that they be followed accurately. (Grant Application Cover Sheet and Grant Budget Forms) |
The New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force |
