Welcome to Sierra Health Foundation s Responsive Grants Program Proposers Conference 2012 Round One
Diane Littlefield Vice President of Programs and Partnerships Matt Cervantes Program Officer 2
Agenda The Funding Opportunity How to Apply How to be Competitive 3
Sierra Health Foundation A private philanthropy promoting improved health and quality of life for the people of Northern California 4
Sierra Health Foundation Our Vision A healthful life for Northern Californians Our Mission To invest in and serve as a catalyst for ideas, partnerships and programs that improve health and quality of life in Northern California through convening, educating and strategic grantmaking 5
Sierra Health Foundation Social Determinants of Health Health Equity Reducing Health Disparities 6
Sierra Health Foundation Funding Region 26 counties 57,500 square miles 4.8 million population 6
Sierra Health Foundation Current Programs Responsive Grants Program Conference and Convening Program Healthy Sacramento Coalition Sacramento Region Health Care Partnership Youth Program Health Leadership Program Grizzly Creek Ranch Camp and Conference Center 8
Responsive Grants Program An overview 9
Goal of the program To support programs and projects that improve health and quality of life for people living in Sierra Health Foundation s 26-county funding region. 10
Scope of Program In 2012, $1 million total will be granted to nonprofit organizations and public agencies within Sierra Health Foundation s 26-county funding region. Individual grants of $25,000 or less will be awarded d in two rounds for 2012. 30% of 2012 funds are reserved for rural communities; the remaining 70% will be available for both urban and rural activities. 11
Defining Rural An area that has a population density of 250 persons or less per square mile and has no incorporated area greater than 50,000 000 persons Adopted from the California Rural Health Policy Council, based on Medical Service Study Areas 12
Results of 2011 RGP Funding In round two, Sierra Health received 271 applications and awarded 28 grants. 18 grants were awarded in round one. 13
Responsive Grants Program Detail 14
What We Will Fund Projects or activities to improve health and quality of life 15
Examples: Types of Projects: The What Increasing access to and quality of health services Improving accessibility to high- quality, healthy food in low-income neighborhoods Increasing physical activity among youth 16
Examples: Types of Projects: The What (cont d) Reducing injuries among the elderly Improving management of chronic diseases in high-risk h i populations Improving job skills among under- employed populations 17
Examples: Types of Projects: The What (cont d) Providing food or housing/shelter services for low-income or homeless populations Connecting eligible populations to available local, l state t and federal resources 18
Approaches to Projects: Examples: Coalition building The How Outreach to target populations; provision of services Advocacy/policy Environmental changes Accessibility Education of individuals, providers and the general public 19
How to Apply 20
Responsive Grants Program Application 21
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Application Questions for Project Description 1.Provide a brief overview of your organization a) when it was established, b) your organization s mission, c) whom you serve, d) geographic area your organization serves, e) the types of programs you provide. Include examples of ways your organization has been successful in its work; for example, what has changed as a result. 25
Application Questions for Project Description 2. Describe the challenge, issue and/or opportunity the project described on the cover sheet will address. 26
Application Questions for Project Description 3. Describe the population to be served with these funds. (Give us a clear picture of their circumstances, and describe the number, age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic situation, where they live and any special circumstances.) 27
Application Questions for Project Description 4. Describe the proposed project and the results you want. (List specific activities and how they will be measured in the Performance Measures table on page 5.) 28
Application Questions for Project Description 5. Describe the qualifications of the project leaders and key staff on the project or to be hired. What skills/individuals (if any) need to be added for the project to be successful? 29
Application Questions for Project Description 6. Describe cooperative relationships needed for the proposed project to be successful. Have these been established? Who are your partners for this project? How long have relationships been in place? What do the partners bring to the project? If cooperative relationships are not needed, please explain. 30
Application Questions for Project Description 7. If the project has been, or will be, submitted to other funders, list them and the status of their consideration of the project. What is the status of any other funding needed to complete this project? If you have not submitted this project to others funders, please explain. 31
Application Questions for Project Description 8. If the project is to continue beyond the grant period, describe your plans for sustainability of the proposed project. 32
Proposed Project Budget 33
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Proposed Project Budget List each line item Describe the purpose of each line item Identify other funding, if applicable 35
Performance Measures What will you do? How much will you do? How well will you do it? What are the results you want? 36
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Example 1: To increase the number of at-risk Meals on Wheels clients who receive needed services through training of volunteers, and in-home assessment and referrals by home health nurses. What: Train Meals on Wheels volunteer drivers to perform daily wellness checks How much: 80 Meals on Wheels drivers will participate in a 3-hour training on how to perform wellness checks How well: 100% of Meals on Wheels drivers will complete the 3- hour daily wellness check training What results: 90% of case-managed Meals on Wheels clients will report that their identified needs have been resolved/addressed 38
Example 2: To develop and implement a chronic disease prevention project that emphasizes nutrition and exercise for adults with or at risk of developing type II diabetes. What: Enroll target t adults in a program providing outreach, activities and referrals over a 12-month period How much: 80 adults in the target population will sign up for the initial assessment and program How well: 100% of staff will be trained in nutrition and exercise counseling, and will have experience with the target community What results: 50% of participants will have improved sense of wellbeing and/or physical measures related to their diabetes 39
Example 3: To increase physical activity and reduce isolation of people p with disabilities and seniors by creating neighborhood walk clubs and improving the physical design of the community. What: Create walk clubs and conduct walking audits to identify social or built environment barriers How much: Establish three walk clubs of 20 people and conduct three audits How well: 50% of participants will engage in increased physical activity and enhance their social connections What results: Barriers to walkability identified in audits will begin to be addressed through recommended mitigation strategies. 40
Example 4: To educate and train a team of 100 leaders from underserved areas of Hopeville and Joytown about how health care reform will benefit their communities. What: Train community members about how health h care reform will benefit their families and community. How much: 100 people in teams of 10 to 20 will meet twice with local health care staff. How well: 80% of those participating in the information sessions and trainings will demonstrate increased knowledge of how health care reform will benefit their communities. What results: Key community leaders will be prepared to advocate and educate about new eligibility for their communities related to health care reform. 41
Performance Measures Consider how, when and where the information will be collected and who will collect it. 42
How to be Competitive 43
Eligibility 501(c)(3) nonprofit o organizations at o Public agencies Applicant organizations/proposed projects serving residents living in one or more of the 26 counties in Sierra Health Foundation s funding region Current Responsive Grants Program grantees as of Feb. 1, 2012, not eligible this round 44
Selection Criteria Competitive applications will: Support projects that improve health and quality of life Clearly explain why the applicant organization is best suited to be successful with the proposed project Make the case for need related to the population to be served 45
Selection Criteria (cont d) Demonstrate innovative approaches to solving health-related issues Leverage resources and/or demonstrate sustainability, if applicable Include a reasonable project scope and budget Describe the anticipated difference the project would make, as proposed in the performance measures framework 46
Follow Application Instructions ti Submit all Required Materials 47
Checklist Review Application Instructions and Criteria Review Grant Writing Tips Complete the Application: Application Cover Sheet form Proposal Narrative Project Budget and Budget Narrative Performance Measures Table E-mail for receipt by noon on March 5, 2012: Completed application materials 501(c)(3) determination letter Most recent statement of financial activity that shows revenue and expenses for a full year 48
Round One Timeline Application deadline Monday, March 5, 2012, Noon Award Announcement Late May Funds available Early June 49
Contacts and Resources Sierra Health information: www.sierrahealth.org To determine rural areas: http://www.oshpd.ca.gov/rhsu/resources/rural_medical_service_study_areas.html Service Study If your question wasn t answered, check the Q & A document, then e-mail questions to: grants@sierrahealth.org 50