COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT

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1 PAINTERS DISTRICT COUNCIL NO. 30 COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANT FALL, 2017 GRANT APPLICATION 1905 Sequoia Drive, Aurora, IL

2 SECTION ONE: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Understand Who We Are: Painters District Council No. 30 Aurora-based Painters District Council No. 30 (PDC 30) is a labor union representing construction workers in the finishing industry painting, drywall finishing, wall covering, and glazing. PDC 30 s geographical jurisdiction covers 32 counties, primarily in North-Central Illinois (four counties are in Wisconsin). Part of our multifaceted mission is to advance the social and economic vitality of the community wherein our members work and live. To that end, we believe that good deeds done in cooperation and collaboration with community organizations, and within communities, establishes goodwill, a positive identity for our union, and high levels of credibility. This credibility is critical to the success of our union. It increases the likelihood of adherence to the union value proposition, encourages community engagement within our membership, and exposes us to workers performing finishing work without representation and/or end-users seeking quality finishing services. Understand What We Do: PDC 30 s Definition of Service PDC 30 s Community Service Grants involve what we do best: our trade. That means primarily painting and the preparation work necessary to perform a professional job for community organizations. Most of our community service projects are completed in one day, with some preparation occurring beforehand by a special advance team. Projects of a longer duration may be acceptable depending on the time of year and availability of volunteers; however, large and/or complex projects for organizations with available resources for capital improvements and maintenance will likely be encouraged to hire a qualified finishing contractor. All volunteers are skilled tradespersons. Project supervisors and a project manager assure a quality outcome. PDC 30 reviews applications to determine if the community service project you propose is mutually beneficial for both your organization and PDC 30, and the project is achievable within a reasonable timeframe and cost parameters. Following the application deadline, PDC 30 schedules a project assessment with the PDC 30 Finishing Solutions Network (PDC 30 FSN), a service that at no cost to the Applicant determines the project scope (supplies needed, timeframe, number of members needed to perform the work, any specialized health and safety equipment and provisions required, etc.). This service results in a Report that is attached to your Application for review (and is yours to keep if the project is not selected). One or more projects are approved (awarded a Community Service Grant). PDC 30 endeavors to complete projects at little or no cost to organizations awarded a grant; however, there are situations when costly material is required to complete a project according to the vision of the applicant (specialized finishes and techniques, historic or vintage objects, etc.), and the assessment can determine cost sharing if necessary (note: union painters respect trade jurisdictions; thus, we cannot and will not perform work that is within the exclusive purview of another trade union [carpentry, masonry, installation of flooring, etc.]). Projects selected for a grant are scheduled for completion within a mutually agreedupon timeframe. Community Service Grant Application Cycles Each year, PDC 30 will conduct two Community Service Grant Application cycles: one in the spring and one in the fall. For 2017, spring grant applications are due no later than midnight on March 31, 2017; fall grant applications are due no later than midnight on September 30, Community Service Grant Application, Page 1

3 SECTION TWO: ORGANIZATION INFORMATION General Information Organization Name Tax Status Address, City, State, Zip Code Phone Number Fax Number Web Address Organization Type Select one or more of the following options: Arts Museum Environment Food Healthcare Housing Shelter Public Safety Public Spaces Recreation Technology Workforce Development Early Education Education K-12 University/College Senior Services Other Primary Contact: Organization Primary Organization Contact Title Office Phone Mobile Phone Address Primary Contact: Grant Request Same as above Grant Request Contact Title Office Phone Mobile Phone Address Community Service Grant Application, Page 2

4 SECTION THREE: BACKGROUND INFORMATION Responses to each prompt should be limited to 200 words. 1. Briefly describe your organization (including age group(s) your organization serves, the geographical area served by your organization, etc.). 2. Provide information regarding your organization s mission and vision. 3. Provide the names and titles of organization leadership including trustees, directors, board, and staff officers. Community Service Grant Application, Page 3

5 SECTION FOUR: PROJECT INFORMATION Request information Community Service Project Title Service Project Address Does your project require a specific completion schedule? (after hours, during summer months, etc.) Yes No If yes, please explain: Will background checks be required for project volunteers? Yes No Project Details Responses to each prompt below should be limited to 200 words. 1. Briefly describe your organization s project proposal, including objective and implementation. 2. Explain how this project will affect positive change in the communities your organization serves. 3. Identify the extent of the need for the project in the communities you serve. Community Service Grant Application, Page 4

6 Project Details, Continued 4. To the best of your ability, indicate the project logistics by marking the applicable boxes below: Interior Painting Exterior Painting Walls Doors Trim work Ceilings Drywall/taping Windows 5. Was your building built before 1978? Yes No 6. Are there any safety/training standards required for this project? Yes No If yes, please explain: Community Service Grant Application, Page 5

7 SECTION FIVE: APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS To submit your Community Service Grant Application to Painters District Council No. 30: 1. Review your application in entirety, and submit completed applications to Marisa Richards, PDC 30 s Outreach & Engagement Program Manager. Forms can be submitted in any of the following formats: a. via PATCH@pdc30.com b. via fax: c. in person: 1905 Sequoia Drive, Suite 201, Aurora, IL All applications must be submitted by midnight on September 30, All applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by October 31, Community Service Grant Application, Page 6