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Notice of Funding Availability

2012 AmeriCorps Funding Opportunity

The Federal Corporation for National & Community Service has announced the availability of funding nationally to support AmeriCorps programs.  The Utah Commission on Volunteers will be accepting applications for the operation of Utah State*AmeriCorps programs.  AmeriCorps provides support to nonprofits, community organizations, and public agencies committed to addressing critical issues in areas such as education, public safety, health, economic opportunity, the environment and other human needs.  Grantees and sponsoring organizations are responsible for recruiting, selecting, and managing members.  Program operation will begin in fall 2012.

The application process will be explained in detail in mandatory AmeriCorps Funding Technical Assistance Meetings. Those interested in applying must attend one meeting:

To reserve a space, please contact LaDawn Stoddard @ ldstoddard@utah.gov.

Federal Notice of Funding Availability

 

RFP Training and Guidance Presentation

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Instructions for submitting the General Assessment Questionnaire
This certification is to assure the Utah Commission on Volunteers, that the contracted agency has adequate administrative procedures in place to ensure that funds disbursed by the Utah Commission on Volunteers will be safeguarded as required by federal regulations.  The Utah Commission on Volunteers reserves the right to conduct on-site monitoring of contracted service providers as it deems necessary.

    • Please complete all questions on the form.
    • The General Assessment Questionnaire must be submitted in electronic format by e-mail to blyoung@utah.gov by November 14, 2011 at 5:00 pm.
    • Include copies of the following documents:
        • Organizational Chart
        • Resumes and position descriptions for all grant and fiscal management staff to contribute to the AmeriCorps program
        • Financial policies and procedures
        • Confirmation of insurance coverage
        • Most recent audited financial statements

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    eGrants Application Submission
    eGrants is a web-based system used by the federal Corporation for National and Community Service for submission and tracking grant applications.  All organizations applying for Utah State*AmeriCorps program funding that are selected to submit an application for national review, will be required to submit their application via the eGrants system. 

    The links below provide additional information and instructions for submitting application via eGrants.

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