GENERAL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION
Below is a listing of
documentation that each and every group seeking funding should have on hand.
Most funders require some or all of these items.
| IRS TAX EXEMPT STATUS | Federal 501(C)(3) and 509(A) certificates |
| STATE TAX EXEMPT STATUS |
Current State Certification |
| FORM 990 | Previous year's tax form. As your Accountant/Bookkeeper |
| MISSION STATEMENT | Your agency's purpose and goals |
| AGENCY BACKGROUND INFORMATION | Brochures, Accomplishments, projects, newspaper articles, etc. |
| MOST RECENT AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT
|
Previous year's report. Ask your |
| PROGRAM BUDGET | Should be developed by your Board. Use a simplified format
for grant applications. |
| PROJECT BUDGET | Specifically for
what is being requested |
| LIST OF CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS | Positions, Names, Affiliations. Also include Current
Terms and Professions if asked for. |
| QUALIFICATIONS OF |
Curriculum Vitae -- Background, Accomplishments, Degrees |
| QUALIFICATIONS OF |
CV for personnel who will oversee the specific project
|
| LETTERS OF SUPPORT | Community Leaders, Funders, etc. dated within six months
of application |
| |
Who, What, When, Where and How |
| ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION | Copy of Original Documentation |
This form was developed by Penny Goforth of
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