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Grant Resource Portfolio

Maggie Allen

March 26, 2015

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Table of Contents

I. Resources for effective grant preparation1. The Only Grant-Writing Book You’ll Ever Need by Ellen Karsh and Arlen Sue

Fox. At SIUE Lovejoy Library…………………………………………………p. 42. The “How To” Grants Manual by David G. Bauer. At SIUE Lovejoy

Library…………………………………………………………………………..p. 5

3. Successful grant writing: strategies for health and human service professionals by Laura N. Gitlin, Kevin J. Lyons. At SIUE Lovejoy Library…………………...p. 6

II. Freely available searchable databases offering lists of grants1. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. http://www.hmhco.com/educators/educational-

services/grants-funding/free-grant-database .......................................................p. 7

2. Grants.gov. http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/home.html ……………………p. 83. Fundsnet Services. http://www.fundsnetservices.com/ ……………………….p. 9

III. Federal governmental agencies funding health related programs through grants

1. Health and Human Services Department http://www.hhs.gov/grants/grants/index.html ………………………………...p. 10

2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/oep/default.html …………………………………..p. 11

3. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - http://www.samhsa.gov/grants ………………………………………………..p. 12

IV. IL or MO State/regional/local governmental agencies funding health related programs through grants

1. Illinois Department of Public Health - http://www.dph.illinois.gov/funding-opportunities ………………………………………………………………….p. 13

2. Illinois Department of Human Services - http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29743 …………………………...p. 14

3. Illinois State Board of Education - http://www.isbe.state.il.us/funding_opps/default.htm ………………………..p. 15

V. Foundations funding health related programs through grants

1. The Kresge Foundation - http://kresge.org/grants-social-investments ……….p. 16

2. Robert Wood Johnson Foundation - http://www.rwjf.org/en/grants/funding-opportunities.html …………………………………………………………….p. 17

3. The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation- http://hewlett.org/grants/search?order=field_date_of_award_value&sort=desc …………………………………………………………………………………p. 18

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VI. Corporations/Corporate foundations funding health related programs through grants

1. The Walmart Foundation - http://foundation.walmart.com/apply-for-grants/ …………………………………………………………………………………p. 19

2. The Coca Cola Foundation - http://www.coca-colacompany.com/stories/community-requests-guidelines-application ……...p. 20

3. The GE Foundation - http://www.gefoundation.com/giving-programs/matching-gifts/eligibility/ ………………………………………………………………..p. 21

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Section I: Resources for Effective Grant Preparation

1. The Only Grant-Writing Book You’ll Ever Need by Ellen Karsh and Arlen Sue FoxLocation: SIUE Lovejoy Library Link: www.siue.edu/lovejoylibrary/ Description of source: The Only Grant-Writing Book You’ll Ever Need is a book written by very successful grant writers that includes vital information and advice on grants. Some of the topics include what grant makers want, writing the proposal, and what happens after writing the proposal.Appendices:

50 tips for improving your chances of winning a grant Proposal checklist Glossary Sample grant forms List of community foundations Websites Regional associations of grantmakers (RAGs) Answers to pop quizzes

2. The “How To” Grants Manual by David G. BauerLocation: SIUE Lovejoy Library Link: www.siue.edu/lovejoylibrary/

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Description of source: The “How To” Grants Manual is a book that teaches successful techniques for acquiring public and private grants for grant seekers. Some of the topics include: preparing to seek grant support for your organization, government funding sources, and private funding sources.Helpful Tips:

Organizing a proposal development workbook Do’s and don’ts of applying for government funding Creating a winning letter proposal for private funding sources

3. Successful Grant Writing : Strategies for Health and Human Service by Laura N. Gitlin, Kevin J. LyonsLocation: SIUE Lovejoy Library Link: www.siue.edu/lovejoylibrary/ Description of source: Successful Grant Writing: Strategies for Health and Human Service is a book that increases the skills of grant writers whether experienced or

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inexperienced. Some of the topics include funding sources, funding ideas, writing the proposal, models for proposal development, the review process, and grant management. Appendices:

Common questions and their answers Acronyms Select websites Sample timeline Budget sheets and flow charts Guidelines for evaluating collaborative teams

Section II: Freely available searchable databases offering lists of grants

1. Houghton Mifflin HarcourtWeb Address: http://www.hmhco.com/educators/educational-services/grants-funding/free-grant-database Description of Source: This website serves as a resource for educators. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is a publishing house of educational materials for both students and teachers, which is where it gets its funding. The types of funding sources that are searchable in the database are federal funding and private funding. When applying for funding, one has to

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distinguish the kind of institution they are planning on funding and the category of funding for their school. Some of the categories are P.E/health, after school programs, and safe/drug free schools.Eligibility: The database is free to use, however the funding is only for schools and organizations. The funding must also be geared towards schools and students. Additional Services: The database also offers complimentary consultative services and a professional grant review.

2. Grants.govWeb Address: http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/home.html Description of Source: Grants.gov is a website where all federal funding opportunities can be found. It is managed by the Department of Health and Human Services. The database is organized by the funding instrument type, eligibility, category, and agency.Eligibility: Anyone is eligible to apply for grants. The categories for applicants usually fall into the categories of government organizations, educational organizations, public housing organizations, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, small businesses, and individuals.Additional Resources:

User guides and checklists Training

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General support Technical support Self-help

3. Fundsnet ServicesWeb Address: http://www.fundsnetservices.com/ Description of Source: Fundsnet Services is a privately-owned fundraising and grants directory that provides resources information about grants, fundraising, philanthropy, foundations and 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Fundsnet Service’s purpose is to serve as an internet location where anyone can search grants.Eligibility: Anyone is eligible to use Fundsnet Services. There are different restrictions on who can apply for grants depending on the grant category. Categories:

Animal and Wildlife Grants Arts and Culture Grants Children Youth and Family

Grants Community and Economic

Development Community Foundations

Computers and Technology Curriculum and Lesson Plans Disability Grants Education and Literacy

Grants Environment and

Conservation Grants

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Foundation Directory Fundraising Resources Government Funding Grantwriting Resources Health Wellness and

Research HIV Aids Prevention Human Services Grants Hunger and Homeless International Grants and

Funders

Latino Grants Public Society Benefit Grants Regional Grants and

Resource Sites Religion Grants Scholarships Financial Aid Social Justice and Society

Grants Sports Grants Statistics and Research Women Grants

Section III: Federal governmental agencies funding health related programs through grants

1. Health and Human Services DepartmentWeb Address: http://www.hhs.gov/grants/grants/index.html How to Apply for Funding: Click on ‘Grants Management’. From there, there is a like to Grants.gov for current RFP’s for the Department of Health and Human Service.Description of funding agency: The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a governmental agency whose sole responsibility is to provide human services to Americans in order to improve their health. Some of the programs and services the Department of Health and Human Services provides are health care insurance, public health programs, HHS education and training, social service programs, research, HHS Program Inventory, and services focused on sustainable and responsive developmentEligibility: The United States Department of Health and Human Services distributes grants to States, Territories, Tribes, and educational and community organizations. The funding is then further distributed to people or organizations eligible for funding. Grants.gov provides information on different eligibilities for funding. The funding is restricted to the United States. Health Topics: Some of the health topics addressed by funding from the United States Department of Health and Human Services are:

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Children and families Healthcare research Community living Toxic substances Preparedness and response Disease control & prevention

Insurance services Food and drug administration Health resources Indian health service Substance use & mental

health services

Target Populations: Grants funded usually involve increasing health insurance, increasing health care to disadvantaged populations, increasing services to those in need, and research aimed at benefit human health.HHS Grant Making Agencies:

Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Administration on Community Living (ACL) Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASFR) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Indian Health Service (IHS) National Institutes of Health (NIH) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

2. Centers for Disease Control and PreventionWeb Address: http://www.cdc.gov/grants/index.html How to Find Funding: Click on the ‘Interested in Applying?’ tab. From there, there should be a link to Grants.gov, where the list of grants will be.Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is to prevent health, safety, and security threats from occurring in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention works to respond to health threats, take on health threats, incorporate technology into disease prevention, encourage healthy behaviors, train workers involved in public health, and assess the health needs of the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funds both research and non-research grants.Eligibility: The funding by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not allow individuals to apply for funding. The CDC funds to state and local governments, foreign ministries and associations, domestic non-profits/educational institutions, and domestic for-profit groups. Health Topics: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention funds programs that relate to federal public health goals and objectives.Examples include:

Heart disease and stroke prevention

Non-communicable disease prevention

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Violence prevention STD and HIV/AIDS

prevention Cancer prevention

Teen pregnancy prevention Prescription drug overdose

prevention

Target Populations: The primary target populations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are citizens of the United States. Additional Information: There is a Grants Life Cycle section on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. A Grants Life Cycle happens in three stages, pre-award, award, and post-award. The pre-award stage is when the agency starts looking through applications. The award stage is when the agency decides who receives the grant. The post-award stage is when grantee starts working on the outcomes of the grant.

3. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services AdministrationWeb Address: http://www.samhsa.gov/grants How to Apply for Funding: Click on ‘View all Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Grant Announcements’, which leads to the RFP’s.Description of the Funding Agency: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its mission is to lessen the influence of substance abuse and mental illness in the United States. Behavioral health is a special area of interest for SAMHSA.Eligibility: Domestic public and non-profit entities are the only applicants that are eligible for applying for grants within SAMHSA. The website states that there may be additional requirements for applicants which they can check on SAMHSA Request for Applications (RFA) or the Grants.gov website. Health Topics:

Suicide prevention Drug use prevention Addiction treatment

Funded Projects:

Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) 2015 Campus Suicide Prevention Grant Drug-Free Communities Support Program

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Cooperative Agreements to Benefit Homeless Individuals for States (CABHI-States)

Target Populations: The target population of SAMHSA’s grants are people suffering the effects substance abuse and mental disorders. The grant also targets individuals who are likely to experience health problems related with these issues. Additional Resources: The website also includes information on grants management. Grants management includes information on the steps to take after an organization has obtained a grant from SAMHSA.

Section IV: IL or MO State/regional/local governmental agencies funding health related programs through grants

1. Illinois Department of Public HealthWeb Address: http://www.dph.illinois.gov/funding-opportunities How to Apply for Funding: Click on the link ‘idphgrants.com’. Then, click on ‘Funding Opportunities’ which leads to the current RFP’s.Description of the Funding Agency: The Illinois Department of Public Health is an agency within the state of Illinois whose purpose is to protect the health of the residents of Illinois. They do this through prevention, health promotion regulation, and control of disease and injury with over 200 programs in these areas. Eligibility: The only applicants who are eligible to apply for funding with the Illinois Department of Public Health are agencies who are registered with the Electronic Grants Administration & Management System through the Illinois Department of Public Health website. Only legally recognized organizational entities will be allowed to apply for funding. Individuals are not allowed.Health Topics:

Childhood immunization Food, water and drug testing Hospital and nursing home licensure Infectious disease control Chronic disease control Vital records Health statistics collection and evaluation Newborn screenings for genetic disorders Women’s health promotion

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Emergency management system licensure Emergency preparedness Workforce development

Funded Programs:

Drinking Water 2015 HIV / AIDS Quality of Life Program – 2016 Rape Prevention Education FY 2015-16

Target Populations: The target populations of the grants through the Illinois Department of Public Health are the residents and visitors of the state of Illinois. Additional Resources: The website includes a training webinar in order for applicants to prepare themselves for applying for a grant.

2. Illinois Department of Human ServicesWeb Address: http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29743 Description of the Funding Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services provides services to individuals, families, and communities in the state of Illinois in order to improve self-efficiency, independence, and health. The services are promised to be: customer centered, pro-active, innovative, collaborative, performance and outcome driven, dynamic efficient and effective, solution oriented, and technology sensitive.Eligibility: Eligibility varies when applying for funding under the Illinois Department of Human Services. For substance abuse funding, the applicant has to be a licensed treatment and intervention service provider. For developmental disabilities funding, the applicant has to be enrolled by the Division of Developmental Disabilities. For family and community services funding, the applicant has to become a licensed child care provider. For mental health funding, the applicant has to become a certified Medicaid community mental health services provider. There is also specific criteria for rehabilitation services and becoming a vendor for the State of Illinois.Health Topics:

Alcohol and substance abuse Family and community services Mental health.

Target Populations: The Illinois Department of Human Services targets their services to those who find trouble being self-sufficient. Some of the current target populations are: people addicted to drugs, people who are developmentally disabled, people who need better nutrition, needy families, women, infants, and children, and those who deal with abuse. Additional Resources:

Grant writing tips Online grant writing training Federal grant opportunities

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Foundation grant opportunities Corporate grant opportunities Other funding opportunities

3. Illinois State Board of EducationWeb Address: http://www.isbe.state.il.us/funding_opps/default.htm Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of the Illinois State Board of Education is to make sure every student in the state of Illinois is equipped for success after high school whether in careers or more education. The Illinois State Board of Education also wants to make sure that all students are taught by qualified teachers and leaders and that students are in a safe learning environment. Eligibility: There is a detailed list of functions that an applicant who is applying for funding within the Illinois State Board of Education must fall under. Some of the functions include health services, psychological services, guidance services, community services, and social work services. Most of the funding requires that an organization demonstrate effectiveness in a certain area. Funding is restricted to the state of Illinois. Health Topics:

Afterschool snack program Breakfast program Health care for all kids Nutrition and wellness division Safety

Target Populations: The target populations of funding from the Illinois State Board of Education are students in the state of Illinois.

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Section V: Foundations funding health related programs through grants

1. The Kresge FoundationWeb Address: http://kresge.org/grants-social-investments How to Apply for Funding: Click on ‘Apply for Funding’, which leads to a page of the different funding categories.Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of The Kresge Foundation is to give opportunities to people with low income. The Kresge Foundation gives opportunities by making grants and making investments in things like arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services, and community development efforts around the Detroit area in Michigan. Eligibility: The applicants that are eligible to apply for funding within The Kresge Foundation are U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with audited financial statements that are not classified as private foundations and government entities. Those that are not eligible to apply are individuals, organizations that discriminate on the basis of a certain status, organizations that require religious memberships, and for-profit organizations. Health Topics: Funding under The Kresge Foundation in the area of health generally fall under to categories: developing health living and accelerating community-centered approaches to health. Under healthy living, The Kresge Foundation funds programs that promote healthy housing and neighborhoods, healthy food systems, and equitable transportation and land use. Under accelerating community-centered approaches to health, The Kresge Foundation funds programs that are community-based collaborations, leadership development, and innovative population health programs and policies.Target Populations: The Kresge Foundation funding targets people that are vulnerable, such as individuals or communities that are poor.Additional Resources: The website also includes a world map of funding available through The Kresge Foundation.

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2. Robert Wood Johnson FoundationWeb Address: http://www.rwjf.org/en/grants/funding-opportunities.html Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is “to improve the health and health care of all Americans”. This foundation is solely dedicated to health and makes lasting health changes for generation to generation. Eligibility: The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation generally funds tax exempt public agencies, universities, and public charities. Health Topics:

Built environment and health Childhood obesity Disease prevention and

health promotion Early childhood development Emergency preparedness and

response Family and social support Health care access Health care costs Health care payment reform Health care quality Health data and IT Health disparities Health leadership, education,

and training,

Healthy food access Healthy schools Medicaid and CHIP Mental and emotional well-

being Nurses and nursing Patient-centered care Private and employer-

sponsored insurance Public and community health Social determinants of health Tobacco control Uninsured individuals Violence and trauma

Target Populations: The target population of programs funding by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is Americans in need of better health.Additional Resources: This website includes a map of the United States of current funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation within the different states.

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3. The William and Flora Hewlett FoundationWeb Address: http://hewlett.org/grants/search?order=field_date_of_award_value&sort=desc Description of the Funding Agency: The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation have goals to reduce global poverty, limit the risk of climate change, improve education in students, increase reproductive health rights, support performing arts, encourage philanthropy, and support disadvantaged of the San Francisco area.Eligibility: The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation only funds charitable organizations. It does not fund individuals, and it rarely funds scholarships, endowments, capital campaigns, building constructions, for-profit organizations, unincorporated associations or groups.Health Topics:

Women’s reproductive health and rights Reducing the need for abortion Reducing environmental problems Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

Target Populations: The target populations of funding under the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation are disadvantaged communities.

Section VI: Corporations/Corporate foundations funding health related programs through grants

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1. The Walmart FoundationWeb Address: http://foundation.walmart.com/apply-for-grants/ Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of the Walmart Foundation is to fulfill the needs of underserved. They do this by giving funding to the areas of: hunger relief and health eating, sustainability, women’s economic empowerment, and career opportunity.Eligibility: The applicants eligible for funding through the Walmart Foundation are non-profit organizations and organizations that operate at a national, regional, or state level.Health Topics:

Hunger and nutrition Environmental sustainability Women’s economic empowerment Disaster relief

Target Populations: The target populations of funding through the Walmart Foundation are people globally who are underserved. Additional Resources:

Scholarship opportunities for associates Volunteer opportunities Information on international funding

2. The Coca Cola FoundationWeb Address: http://www.coca-colacompany.com/stories/community-requests-guidelines-application How to Apply for Funding: Click on ‘Apply Now’ to begin the application process.

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Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of the Coca Cola Foundation is to improve sustainability of local communities across the globe. Its priority areas are women, water, and well-being. Its focus is on sustainability.Eligibility: The Coca Cola Foundation has a list of applicants who they do not generally support such as: individuals, organizations that discriminate based on a certain status, religious endeavors, political organizations, film documentaries, website development, entertainment events, vanity events, fraternal organizations, athletic teams, travel, family reunions, marketing sponsorships, U.S. schools, U.S.-based organizations that do not have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c) (3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Code, or the equivalent, and organizations formed outside the U. S. that do not have a charitable equivalency status under the laws and provisions of their respective government.Health Topics:

Disaster relief Hunger relief Nutrition Physical activity Obesity research Reducing violence

Obesity prevention Healthy lifestyles Research in cardiovascular

disease Diabetes management Weight management

Target Populations: The target populations for funding under the Coca Cola Foundation are communities where Coca Cola does business.Additional Resources: The website also includes a list of frequently asked questions that makes it easy for new applicants to learn about funding by the Coca Cola Foundation.

3. The GE FoundationWeb Address: http://www.gefoundation.com/about-ge-foundation/how-we-make-grants/ Description of the Funding Agency: The mission of the GE Foundation is to give individuals and communities the skills, technology, and capacity to succeed and improve access to health and education. It is based in the art of philanthropy.

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Eligibility: Most of the time the GE Foundation does review unsolicited proposals. The GE Foundation comes up with initiatives and then invites organizations and institutions to apply for funding for their specific initiatives.Health Topics:

In the U.S. Increasing access to primary care Improving patient outcomes Cardiovascular disease Hypertension management Disaster response Integrating mental health and substance abuse treatment into primary care

Globally Respiratory distress Maternal child health initiatives Improving health systems Emergency and trauma care Disaster response

Target Populations: The GE Foundation targets communities in order to improve economic development and better lives.Tips for Grantees:

Impact report Publicity Budget changes Grant extensions