Grant Readiness Assessment

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Section A: Infrastructure Question 1 of 15

Nonprofit state registrations have been paid for with legal documentation received.

Section A: Infrastructure Question 2 of 15

Nonprofit federal charitable organization status (501c3/4) has been secured with a federal number assigned, or you are partnered with an established fiscal sponsor.

Section A: Infrastructure Question 3 of 15

An organizational chart exists with identified staff, supporting vitas/resumes, and written job descriptions.

Section A: Infrastructure Question 4 of 15

The need for the program/organization is supported by proven data and market research.

Section A: Infrastructure Question 5 of 15

A diverse Board of Directors exists with sub-committees in place; meetings are actively held and recorded.

Section A: Infrastructure Question 6 of 15

Vision, mission, and purpose statements are fully written.

Section B: Capacity Question 7 of 15

A 1–3 year operating strategy is in place, and your vision is supported by an active annual budget.

Section B: Capacity Question 8 of 15

The organization offers something unique in the industry; there is a distinct niche value proposition.

Section B: Capacity Question 9 of 15

There is a documented track record of providing services and working with your consumers.

Section B: Capacity Question 10 of 15

Key partners and strategic collaborators are fully identified and in place.

Section B: Capacity Question 11 of 15

The organization or its leadership is well-networked with professionals locally, nationally, or internationally.

Section C: Sustainability Question 12 of 15

The organization/program has at least one projected independent income or profit stream.

Section C: Sustainability Question 13 of 15

A comprehensive fundraising plan is in place, and board members are actively raising capital.

Section C: Sustainability Question 14 of 15

Modern technology has been integrated to maximize operating efficiencies.

Section C: Sustainability Question 15 of 15

An outcome evaluation and quality assurance (QA) strategy has been explicitly created.

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Total Points Score 0 Range: 15–75
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