State of ColoradoVeterans Trust Fund Grant

(VTF)and

Veterans Assistance Grant (VAG)

Applicant Training Webinar December 2014

TOPICS TO BE COVEREDPurpose of funding Eligibility requirements for both grant programsApplication processGrantee RequirementsQuestionsNext steps

Purpose of Funding—VTF and VAG

Both grant programs are designed to:

Assist Colorado Veterans in Need

Funds must be used to serve Colorado veterans with a Release or Discharge from Active Duty that is other

than Dishonorable

ELIGIBILITY VTF

Nonprofit nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as an organization that can provide services to vets under Title 38, USC.

VAG A 501(c) nonprofit

organization other than a 501(c) 19 or 501(c)23 or a government entity located in the State of Colorado that provides

direct assistance to veterans

An organization may not receive

funding from both grant programs

Directly or Indirectly

Types of Programs FundedVTF

Short-term Emergency Assistance

Job Training/Education Assistance

Homeless Prevention/Shelter

Mental Health and Hygiene

Medical Transportation

Veterans Stand Downs

Special Programs (based on need)

VAG

Homeless Veterans Housing

Veterans Mental Health

Family Counseling

Job Training

Employment

Other Veterans Services (based on need)

Requirements and LimitationsVTF

Funds can be expended ONLY for veterans in need of material or financial assistance

May support several programs via subcontract or letters of agreement

May not support memorials, club renovations, honor guards or tributes to veterans

Administrative costs not allowed

VAG

Applicant organization must provide direct services—strictly pass through funds are not allowed

$100,000 maximum allowable

Construction, remodeling, memorial, honor guards, veterans tributes are not allowed

Administrative costs not allowed

Narrative 1. Organization Description

Describe your organization, including a brief description of all services your organization provides.

2. Statement of Community Needs /Partnerships to Address Needs

Clearly describe the needs experienced by veterans within YOUR community.

Describe partnerships established to address those needs, such as partnerships with the local County Veterans Service Officer(s), other Veteran Service Organizations and/or Service Providers.

3. Specific Program to be Funded

a) Project descriptionb) Goals of the Programc) Number of unduplicated veterans to be servedd) Historical data on number of veterans previously

servede) Summary of exact services to be provided:

Specific issues to be addressed (how this will meet the needs identified); Specific activities to be provided; Timeline for service delivery.

4. Evaluation

a) How the impact of services will be measuredb) Total number to be served (outputs) and key

OUTCOMES expectedc) Statement of willingness to participate in

evaluation efforts

5. Optional Information

Any critical information not covered above

Outputs and Outcomes Outputs—number served (unduplicated); units of service; number of transports; etc.

Outcomes– changes in knowledge, skills, attitudes, values, behaviors, condition or status

Increased food security; Increased well-being; Increased economic stability;

Decreased crisis; Decreased family conflict; Increased access to health care, etc.

D. Budget Information

a) Line item budget and budget narrative

Example:Rent/Housing Assistance 20 Veterans @ $500/each

$10,000 Assistance to veterans to remain housed and prevent

homelessnessAssistance is capped at a maximum of $500 per veteran. Second requests results in referral to Financial/Budgeting Program.

b) Identify other funding that supports this project/program.

c) If requesting a vehicle, attach a bid sheet to grant request.

 

E. Attachments

a) Proof of registration in good standing with Colorado Secretary of State

b) Completed Form W-9 (with correct EIN)

c) Copy of current (within 5 years) IRS nonprofit status determination letter

Major Changes to ApplicationThe need for the program must be demonstratedThe specific program/project must be describedPartnerships must be identified (especially with the County Veterans Service Officer)Historical data on services provided to veterans should be includedActivities and Timelines should be notedOutputs and Outcomes need to be identifiedBudget needs to be clearly justified and explained

Review Criteria Demonstrated Need Expected Outcomes (what difference will the program make?) Program effectiveness Partnerships Number of vets to be served Budget appropriateness Geographic distribution Previous performance or new applicant

REQUIREMENTS for GRANTEES SURVEYS FOR ALL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS NEW QUARTERLY REPORTING FORMS THAT INCLUDE UNDUPLICATED NUMBERS, INSTANCES OF SERVICES, AND OUTCOMES BACK-UP DOCUMENTATION TO BE SUBMITTED FOR EXPENDITURES DENIAL OF EXPENDITURES NOT SUPPORTED, FALLING IN ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS, OR FAILURE TO SUBMIT REPORTS IN TIMELY FASHION COST CENTER SPECIFIC TRACKING

QUESTIONS

To Apply

Please visit the website www.colorado.gov/vets for more information and the application forms

Additional Questions? Call Gail Hoagland (303) 284-6077

APPLICATIONS DUE 1 MARCH 2015

Must be sent to 1355 S. Colorado Blvd., Bldg. C, Ste. 113 Denver, CO 80222