Documenting Your Story in the Grant Application:

Documenting Your Story in the Grant Application: A Step-by-Step Workshop on Writing a High Quality NYCP Grant Proposal NATIVE YOUTH COMMUNITY PROJECTS WEBINAR SERIES Thursday, April 14 th 2016 2:00 3:30 PM EST 1

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GoToWebinar Housekeeping: Attendee Participation Your Participation Open and close your control panel Join audio: Choose Mic & Speakers to use VoIP Choose Telephone and dial using the information provided Submit questions and comments via the Questions panel Note: Today s presentation is being recorded and will be provided within 48 hours. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 3

Office of Indian Education (OIE) Staff: Joyce Silverthorne Director John Cheek Discretionary Team Leader Bernard Garcia Formula Group Leader Shahla Ortega Senior Program and Management Analyst OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 4

Introducing Today s Facilitator Dr. Pamela Carter Technical Officer, FHI 360 Washington, DC The past is where you learned the lesson. The future is where you apply the lesson. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 5

Introducing Today s Expert Presenters Education Director, Pueblo of Jemez Jemez, NM Migizi Consulting Waubun, MN OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 6

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Agenda Here s what we ll be talking about today: Introduction: Understanding Your Story: A Step-by-Step Workshop on Writing a High Quality NYCP Grant Proposal Telling Your Story in Your Application Getting Organized Parts 1 & 2: Federal Forms and Budget Part 3: Writing a Successful Abstract Part 4: Writing a Successful Narrative Part 5: Narrating a Budget OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 8

What do we hope to accomplish today? Participants will: learn skills to help them successfully respond to a Federal grant. learn about the specifics of the NYCP grant application. be given concrete examples to help receive maximum points. receive resources and information for a successful submission. understand how to overcome common challenges OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 9

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Seven Application Components Part 1: Preliminary Documents - Application for Federal Assistance (Form SF 424), ED Supplemental Information for SF 424 Part 2: Budget Information- ED Budget Information Non- Construction Programs (ED Form 524) Part 3: ED Abstract Form - Project Abstract Part 4: Project Narrative Attachment Form - Application Narrative Part 5: Budget Narrative Attachment Form - Budget Narrative Part 6: Other Attachments - Application Requirements Part 7: Assurances and Certifications - Assurances and Certifications OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 12

NYCP Grant Specifics Project Period : The project period for this grant is 48 months (4 budget periods of 12 months each). Grant Award Estimations: We estimate that awards will average $900,000 per year within the range from $500,000 to $1,000,000 per year. We expect to award 19 grants. Application Due Date: Applications must be submitted on or before May 31, 2016. The Department of Education (Department) grant application deadlines are 4:30:00 P.M. Eastern time. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 13

Overall Tips - Application Process Read the Request for Proposal and full application thoroughly and repeatedly (incl. FAQs File a Notice of Intent to Apply (not required, but recommended) Ensure that you have an account with Grants.gov Download and ensure that you have a working version of Adobe that will open, save, and be able to submit the NYCP Grant Application Learn how to register, submit a complete grant package online, what to look out for after submission and at http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/applicants/applicanttools-and-tips.html OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 14

Three Steps to Successful Submission Register Early Submit Early Confirm Submission OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 15

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Suggested NYCP Application Timeline Grant Proposal Process Webinars OIE Information/Deadline Budget Needs Assessment Partnership Reflection Point http://www.tmgi.net/ed_oie_technical_assistance/nycp OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 17

Suggested NYCP Application Timeline Complete Major Tasks Grant Proposal Process: Confirm applicant s eligibility. Read through the application in full and create a summary document of key requirements for staff and partners, and an outline of the proposal. Grant Proposal Process: Register on www.grants.gov. Prepare questions to ask during/after ED webinars. Draft site-specific timeline to disseminate at initial partners meeting. Engage writers, editors and other grant writing support. Grant Proposal Process: Develop Technical Proposal outline, plan for key sections, identify partnership strengths and competitive advantage to include in outline. Identify who is responsible for each section. Budget: Share budget requirements with partners. Responsible Party (insert name) Week 1 : February 29 - March 4 Week 2 : March 7 March 11 Week 3: March 14 March 18 Notes Decide which, if any, competitive preference priorities you want to explore and possibly address in your project. Applications must be submitted through www.grants.gov. Registration and submission can take some time, so allow ample time for these processes. Quality of Project Design = 30 Points OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 18

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Part 1: Application for Federal Assistance Application for Federal Assistance (Form SF 424), ED Supplemental Information for SF 424. These forms require basic identifying information about the applicant and the application. Please provide all requested applicant information (including name, address, e-mail address and Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number). When applying electronically via Grants.gov, you will need to ensure that the DUNS number you enter on your application is the same as the DUNS number your organization used when it registered with the System for Award Management (SAM; formerly the Central Contractor Registry). Applicants are advised to complete the Application for Federal Assistance (Form SF 424) first. Grants.gov will automatically insert the correct CFDA and program name automatically wherever needed on other forms. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 21

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Part 2: Budget Information Budget Information should be presented on ED Budget Information Non-Construction Programs (ED Form 524). You must provide all requested budget information for each year of the project (up to 48 months) and the total column in order to be considered for Federal funding. Every budget category total should match your budget narrative (Application Part 5) which will explain each line of the budget. Categories should also match your budget narrative. Budget items should be aligned with project narrative. All work described in project narrative should be adequately resourced. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 23

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Part 2: Budget Section Common Challenges Budget exceeds the 48 month time period (application will not be considered) Budget only listed for Year 1 of the project Items that appear in budget are not sufficiently described in project or budget narrative Budget includes unallowable costs (allowable costs are included in application packet) OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 25

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Part 3: Abstract Narrative Note: The project abstract should not exceed two double spaced pages. Abstract Narrative Required Sections 1. Identify Project Partners 2. Purpose and Expected Outcomes of Project 3. Define Geographic Area Served by the Project 4. Barriers and Opportunities to be Addressed 5. Community Strategies and Measureable Objectives OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 27

Part 3: Abstract Narrative Best Practices Note: The project abstract should not exceed two double spaced pages. The Abstract is extremely important despite no points; allow adequate time to complete. a short introduction and summary of your grant. a stand-alone document. best written when the rest of the proposal is complete. broken down into distinct sections. Consider labeling these or organizing in the same order as the grant guidelines. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 28

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Part 4: Narrative Requirement Narrative Structural Requirements Attach as single file PDF document with file name One Page Table of Contents Narrative Structured in Order of Selection Criteria Suggested 35 Page Limit Page Size - 8.5 x 11 with 1 Margins Double Spaced Throughout Narrative 12 Point Font: Times New Roman, Courier, Courier New, or Arial OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 31

Narrative Selection Criteria Selection Criteria Maximum Points Need for Project 15 Quality of Project Design 30 Quality of Project Personnel 10 Adequacy of Resources 10 Quality of Management Plan 30 Quality of Project Evaluation 5 Total 100 OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 32

Sample Page Count Selection Criteria Maximum Points Page Count Need for Project 15 5.25 Quality of Project Design 30 10.5 Quality of Project Personnel 10 3.5 Adequacy of Resources 10 3.5 Quality of Management Plan 30 10.5 Quality of Project Evaluation 5 1.75 Total 100 points 35 pages OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 33

Table of Contents Example OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 34

Narrative Section Need for Project Need for Project (Maximum 15 points) Informed by Needs Assessment, Evidence or Other Data Analysis (Current/Last 3 Years) The greatest barriers both in and out of school to the readiness of local Indian students for college and careers; Opportunities in the local community to support Indian students; and Existing local policies, programs, practices, service providers, and funding sources. Notes: In addressing this criterion, applicants may want to consider including sufficient information for the readers to assess the quality of the evidence. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 35

Data Examples for Needs Analysis State Profile School Report Cards School Attendance Assessments Curriculum Test Scores ACT Scores Community Assessment JOM Needs Assessment Parent Surveys Health Reports STEM Reports Basic Literacy Test Drop Out Rate Graduation Rate School District Data Tribal Education Data School Readiness Data NCES Statistics BIE Statistics LEA Statistics State Youth Survey College Data OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 36

Narrative Section Project Design Quality of the Project Design (Maximum 30 points) Pts. 1. Project is focused on a defined local geographic area. 3 2. Project is based on scientific research, where applicable, or an existing program that has been modified to be culturally appropriate for Indian students. 3. The goals, objectives, and outcomes are clearly specified and measurable. 4. The design is appropriate to, and will successfully address, the needs of the target population or other identified needs. 5. The services involve the collaboration of appropriate partners for maximizing the effectiveness of project services. 3 7 10 7 OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 37

Project Examples Engagement Center Summer Camps College Day Tutoring STEM Participation Needs Assessment College Success Interschool Collaborations Leadership Educational Enrichment Financial Literacy Curriculum Enhancement Family Engagement Community Involvement Culture and Language Teacher Preparation Strong Partnerships OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 38

Scientific Based Examples the Inter-cultural Development Research Association (IDRA), which has had documented success in reducing remediation needs by training high school and college students as tutors Smith (1997), finds a positive correlation between after-school period featuring tutoring with subject area teachers/community volunteers and academic improvement. for at-risk students (Johnson, 1988). OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 39

Activities: Strategies Example School Based 1. ACT preparation courses for cohort students will be completed each semester. 2. Staff will meet with parents to encourage college-track plans. 3. Representatives from area high schools will counsel students on college planning. 4. School will schedule college visits for students from the second to eighth grades. 5. PLC meetings will focus on college and career preparation efforts. Community Based 1. The City will lead community service activities. 2. AmeriCorps will provide culturallyrelevant college enrichment opportunities. 3. The Tribe will provide culturally appropriate activities for all students from PK-8th grade in a variety of events and programs. 4. Student peers and staff will provide tutoring during and after school. 5. Parents will participate through Parent University. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 40

Strategy and Outcomes - Example Through the partnerships and activities developed in this proposal, Indian students will begin preparation for college and careers in early childhood continuing through high school graduation. Outcomes: (a) reading scores increase; ACT scores improve; performance will increase; will be able to relate Native culture to medical and science practices; and become aware of potential careers and understand the education requirements associated with professionals in STEM jobs. (Summarized) OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 41

Appropriate to Needs Example The project will develop, implement, and integrate activities designed to meet the needs of AI/AN students through the use of strong communitybased enrichment, cultural initiatives provided by the tribe, modified professional development and curriculum programs proven to address barriers of low-performing student groups, along with a leadership component tailored for AI/AN students. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 42

Narrative Section Project Personnel Quality of Project Personnel (Maximum 10 points) 1. The qualifications, including relevant training and experience, of the project director or principal investigator. 2. The qualifications, including relevant training and experience, of key project personnel. 3. The extent to which the applicant, or one of its partners, demonstrates capacity to improve outcomes that are relevant to the project focus through experience with programs funded through other sources. This is linked to the uploaded document in Part 6 that focuses on capacity. Notes: : Please note that section 7(b) of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act requires that to the greatest extent feasible, a grantee must give to Indians preference and opportunities in connection with the administration of the grant, and give Indian organizations and Indian-owned economic enterprises, as defined in section 3 of the Indian Financing Act of 1974 (25 U.S.C. 1452(e)), preference in the award of contracts in connection with the administration of the grant. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 43

Quality of Experience Example TCI is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located in Somewhere, USA. For over 20 years, TCI has had a national reputation for the high quality of its work and its leadership in education and assessment. TCI s staff has broad expertise and training in education and assessment. It also has several years experience operating STEM related projects involving American Indian youth. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 44

Narrative Section Adequacy of Resources Adequacy of Resources (Maximum 10 points) 1. The relevance and demonstrated commitment of each partner in the proposed project to the implementation and success of the project. 2. The extent to which the costs are reasonable in relation to the number of persons to be served and to the anticipated results and benefits. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 45

Adequacy of Resources Example The partnership agreement (located in the appendix) details how the partnership operates and includes the signatures of representatives of each agency. All community representatives have agreed to serve on the Advisory Committee that will meet quarterly to evaluate project activities. The main partner, the tribe, has a long history of collaboration with the school and community on improving services to youth. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 46

Costs are Reasonable Example The salaries of the project personnel are based on the negotiated agreement between the district and the employees union and are adequate to support the proposed project. Travel costs are based on current prices. Supplies and materials costs are minimal with all other costs being provided by the district in-kind. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 47

Narrative Section Management Plan Quality of the Management Plan (Maximum 30 points) 1. The adequacy of the management plan to achieve the objectives of the proposed project on time and within budget, including clearly defined responsibilities, timelines, and milestones for accomplishing project tasks. 2. The extent to which the methods of evaluation will provide performance feedback and permit periodic assessment of progress toward achieving intended outcomes. 3. The extent to which Indian tribes and parents of Indian children have been, and will be, involved in developing and implementing the proposed activities. Pts. 14 3 10 4. The extent to which the proposed project is designed to build capacity and yield results that will extend beyond the period of Federal financial assistance. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 48 3

Management Plan Chart Example Overall NYCP Goal: To promote a significant increase in community collaborative efforts that will result in improved college and career readiness of Indian children. Person(s) Responsible and Resources: Pre-K Academic Coach and Pre-K curriculum; Speech Pathologist; Student Advocate; Mentors and Tutors; Parents; Project Director; Reading Lab; Partners OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 49

Management Plan Chart Example (cont.) Objectives In year-end parent surveys, 85% of respondents will report that their children have significant community-based education. In year-end parent surveys, 85% of respondents will report that that this project has improved their knowledge of long-term expectations for college and career readiness. Timeline September-October 2015 College and career tech visits, ACT prep courses, community service events, civic learning events, tutoring. October 2015-May 2019 PLC meetings; community partner tutoring; remedial tutoring. May of each year Post-test of students; annual review; benchmark review. Annually Professional development. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 50

Narrative Section Project Evaluation Quality of the Project Evaluation (Maximum 5 points) 1. The extent to which the evaluation will provide guidance about effective strategies suitable for replication or testing in other settings. Possible Evaluation Elements: what types of data will be collected; when the various types of data will be collected; what methods will be used; what instruments will be developed and when; how the data will be analyzed; when reports of results and outcomes will be available; and how the applicant will use the information collected through the evaluation to monitor progress, provide accountability, and effective strategies for replication in other settings. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 51

Narrative Sections: Best Practice Tips Best Practice Tips Use the criteria as an outline for your Narrative: Need for Project; Quality of Project Design; Quality of Project Personnel; Adequacy of Resources; Quality of Management Plan; and Quality of Project Evaluation. Use elements of points as subsections within your larger sections such as Need for Project as larger overall section and Barriers, Opportunities. Narrate your criteria sections according to their weight/points: for example Need for Project is 15 Pts. and Quality of Evaluation is 5 Pts. Use the language from the application to strengthen your application such as barriers, capacity, and geographic area. Stick to Narrative requirements such as (suggested) 35 page limit at 12 pt. font. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 52

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Part 5: Budget Narrative Year 1 Budget Requirements. 1. One Single PDF File with Simple File Name 2. Budget narrative for all 48 months of the project. Budget Narrative Sections: (1) Personnel (2) Fringe (3) Travel (4) Equipment (5) Supplies (6) Contractual (7) Other (8) Total Direct (9) Indirect (10) Total Costs OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 55

Part 5: Budget Narrative - Personnel Personnel Provide the title and duties of each position to be compensated under this project. Provide the salary for each position under this project. Provide the amounts of time, such as hours or percentage of time to be expended by each position under this project. Explain the importance of each position to the success of the project. Provide the basis for cost estimates or computations Personnel - Example Project Director.2 FTE (administrative) @ $50,000 annually. The project coordinator will handle all coordination, employee functions, reporting methods, and deadline over-sight for Indian Demonstration functions @ $10,000 annually for four years. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 56

Fringe Benefits Part 5: Budget Narrative Fringe Give the fringe benefit percentages of all personnel included under Personnel. Provide the rate and base on which fringe benefits are calculated Fringe Benefits - Example Fringe benefits adhere to district negotiated agreement @ 22% which is inclusive of FICA, Medicare, State Health Plan and Workers Compensation. The part-time fringe benefits are calculated for FICA and Workers Compensation. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 57

Part 5: Budget Narrative Travel Travel Explain the purpose of the travel, how it relates to project success, how it aligns with the project goals and objectives and which program participants or staff will participate. Submit an estimate for the number of trips, points of origin and destination, and purpose of travel. Submit an itemized estimate of transportation and/or subsistence costs for each trip. Provide the basis for cost estimates or computations. Travel - Example Travel to Project Director s meeting in Washington, D.C. for PD and tribal rep. Airfare at $950 x 2. Lodging at $200 a night for three nights x 2. Per diem at $75 for five days (two half-days travelling to and from conference) x 2 = $3,850. OIE 2016 Demonstation Grants 58

Part 5: Budget Narrative - Supplies Supplies Provide an itemized estimate of materials and supplies by nature of expense or general category (e.g., instructional materials, office supplies, laptop, etc.). Explain the purpose of the supplies and how they relate to project success. Provide the basis for cost estimates or computations. Supplies Examples Office Supplies including binders, file folders, printer paper, toner, staples, etc. @ $100.00 per month x 12 months = $1,200.00. Four first-aid kits will be purchased in case of a medical emergency @ $25.00 =$100.00 OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 59

Part 5: Budget Narrative - Contractual Contractual Provide the purpose of the contract and its relation to project success. Describe the products to be acquired, and/or the professional services to be provided. Provide a brief justification for the use of the contractors selected. Identify the name(s) of the contracting party, including consultants, if available. Provide the cost per contractor. Provide the amount of time that the project will be working with the contractor(s). For professional services contracts, provide the amounts of time to be devoted to the project, including the costs to be charged to this proposed grant award. Provide the basis for cost estimates or computations. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 60

Part 5: Budget Narrative Contractual Examples Contractual An external evaluator will collaborate with the Project Director for assessment of the program @ $10,000 per year for four years = $40,000. The evaluator will oversee all program evaluation activities including developing appropriate instruments, conducting focus groups and interviews with staff, students, and parents and preparing the required evaluation reports. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 61

Part 5: Budget Narrative Other Other List and identify items by major type or category (e.g., communications, printing, postage, equipment rental, etc.). Provide the cost per item (printing = $500, postage = $750). Provide the purpose for the expenditures and relation to project success. Provide the basis for cost estimates or computations. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 62

Part 5: Budget Narrative Costs Total Direct Costs, Indirect Cost Rate, and Total Costs Total Direct Costs: The sum of expenditures, per budget category, of lines 1-8. Indirect Cost Rate: Identify indirect cost rate (if the applicant will charge indirect costs to the grant). Total Costs: Sum total of direct costs, indirect costs, and stipends. Reminder: Please provide total costs for each year of the project as well as grand total cost for the entire project period (up 48 months) Note: Remember to provide a copy of the most recent approved indirect cost rate agreement in the Other Attachments section of the application. The indirect cost rate agreement establishes the maximum amount of indirect costs the applicant may charge to the grant. However, applicants are not required to use the full negotiated indirect cost rate, and may choose to devote greater resources to direct costs. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 63

Part 5: Budget Narrative Cost Examples Indirect Cost Rate Indirect Cost. At 18.33% as determined by Bureau of Indian Affairs Department annually. Note: Remember to provide a copy of the most recent approved indirect cost rate agreement in the Other Attachments section of the application. The indirect cost rate agreement establishes the maximum amount of indirect costs the applicant may charge to the grant. However, applicants are not required to use the full negotiated indirect cost rate, and may choose to devote greater resources to direct costs. OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 64

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Application Components Part 6: Other Attachments - Application Requirements Required of All Applicants: 1. Description of the defined geographic area to be served 2. Needs Assessment or other Data Analysis 3. Signed Partnership Agreement 4. Evidence of Capacity 5. Evidence of Involvement of Indian Tribes and Parents 6. Demonstration of Research Basis 7. Description of Continuing Activities 8. Individual Resumes for Project Directors & Key Personnel OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 66

Application Components Part 6: Other Attachments - Application Requirements Required, if Applicable Documentation of Indian Organization Request for Competitive Preference Priority Three Certification of Consistency with Promise Zone Goals and Implementation Copy of the Indirect Cost Rate Agreement Administrative Cost Limit Waiver Request Intergovernmental Review (Executive Order 12372) - State Single Point of Contact (SPOC) List OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 67

Application Components Part 7: Assurances and Certifications 1. Assurances for Non-Construction Programs (SF 424B Form)29 2. Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (Standard Form LLL) 3. Grants.gov Lobbying Form (ED 80-0013 Form) 4. General Education Provisions Act (GEPA) Requirements Section 427 (ED GEPA 427 Form) Optional: Other Supporting Documentation OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 68

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Challenges and Best Practices Challenges 1. No Agreement 2. No Tribe Partner 3. No School Partner 4. Submitted in incorrect form (ex. No PDF) 5. Incomplete Application 6. Late Submission 7. Paper Submission without Approval 8. Budget Exceeded 48 Months Best Practices 1. Must have Agreement with Partners, Tribe and School 2. Ensure that your Project Narrative is uploaded to Grants.Gov 3. Ensure that your attachments are converted to PDF to upload to Grants.Gov 4. Check to make sure your application is complete before submission; use checklist 5. Submit Early to avoid Late Submission 6. Consider submission done only after receiving successful submission notice OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 71

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2016 NYCP WEBINAR SERIES Telling Your Story: Understanding The NYCP Application and What it Can Do For Your Community Telling Your Story: Using a Needs Assessment for Problem Solving Telling Your Story: Partnerships as Supporting Characters Documenting Your Story in the Grant Application: A Step-by-Step Workshop on Writing a High Quality NYCP Grant Proposal Weaving the Pieces of Your Story Together: Aligning Your Grant Application from Needs Assessment to Evaluation OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 74

Resources Available To You NYCP Application Tools A one-stop shop where you can find: Registration links Timeline Submission information Scoring metrics Application components TA webinar information FAQs Resource links Detailed digital version available for download http://www.tmgi.net/ed_oie_technical_assistance/nycp OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 75

Where to Locate the Proposal Grants.gov Search Term: ED-GRANTS-022916-002 Federal Notice Link Office of Indian Education 2016 NYCP Application in PDF OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 76

Resources Notice Inviting Applications: https:/www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/fr-2016-02-29/pdf/2016-04260.pdf Application: http://www2.ed.gov/programs/indiandemo/2016nycpapp.pdf Instructions: http://www2.ed.gov/programs/indiandemo/grantsubmittrips.pdf FAQs: http://www2.ed.gov/programs/indiandemo/faq.html System for Awards Management: www.sam.gov Grants.Gov: www.grants.gov Grants.Gov NYCP Opportunity Number: ED-GRANTS-022916-002 Uniform Administrative and Cost Principles (2 CFR 200): http://www2.ed.gov/policy/fund/guid/uniform-guidance/index.html FAQs on the Cost Principles: https://cfo.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/2014-08-29- Frequently-Asked-Questions.pdf Waiver request requirements in 20 USC 7861 on the U.S. General Printing Office website at: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/uscode-2013-title20/pdf/uscode-2013-title20-chap70- subchapix-partd-sec7861.pdf 38

IMPORTANT DATES Application Open Date: February 29, 2016 Notice of Intent to Apply*: April 29, 2016 Application Due Date: May 31, 2016 Award Start Date: October 1, 2016 OIE 2016 Demonstration Grants 78

Contact Us Please use the contact information if you have any questions Joyce Silverthorne John Cheek Email: indianeducation@ed.gov Call: 202.260.3774

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