How much funding does Community INNOVATION Grant provide?

Community INNOVATION Grant provides $100,000 - $2,000,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Community INNOVATION Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Community INNOVATION Grant

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Funding Amount

$100,000 - $2,000,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community INNOVATION Grant

Status: Closed (deadline was April 14, 2023)

Geographic Scope: Alaska statewide, with intentional support for rural and remote communities

Funder: Child Care Connection Inc (thread Alaska)

Focus Areas:

Child care system innovation and improvement

COVID-19 response and recovery in child care

Community partnerships and system change

Projects addressing child care accessibility, affordability, and quality

Eligible Applicants:

Nonprofits

Government entities (including school districts)

Federally recognized tribes

Private businesses with State of Alaska business license in good standing

Community partnerships (multiple groups working together)

Eligible Activities (per CCDBG Act and CCDF regulations):

Activities responding to COVID-19 impacts

Minor renovations (kitchen upgrades, bathroom updates, safety improvements, accessibility modifications for children and families with disabilities)

Workforce development and educator support

Capacity building

Program expansion

Diverse projects including grants to child care businesses, scholarships for early educators, and increased subsidy support

Not Funded:

New building/capital projects

Major construction or building of new facilities

Major structural renovations (foundation, roof, floor, exterior, load-bearing walls)

Extension of facilities to increase floor area

Extensive alterations that significantly change facility function

Project Timeline: All awarded projects expected to be completed by June 30, 2025 (extended timelines may be approved with justification)

Total Funding Available: Approximately $8 million available between IMPROVE Child Care Grant and Community INNOVATION Grant programs combined

Award Decisions: Applicants notified by June 30, 2023

Matching Requirements: No match required, but partnerships encouraged

Contact Information:

Email: info@threadalaska.org

Phone: 800.278.3723

Website: threadalaska.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Deadline: Friday, April 14, 2023 at 5:00 PM (CLOSED)

Application Requirements:

Grant proposal

Budget documentation

W-9 form

For tribal entities: Documentation of eligibility (tribal resolution not required for regional projects)

For all applicants: Evidence of business license in good standing (private businesses)

Technical Assistance Available:

For local governments: Contact Alaska Municipal League

For private sector organizations: Contact Anchorage Community Land Trust

For nonprofits: Contact Zoe Olson at Foraker Group

Important Notes:

Due to competitive nature, thread cannot provide assistance with project specifics or application completion

Organizations may apply for different project types (IMPROVE or INNOVATION) but should consolidate multiple goals into one proposal

Projects may be funded fully, partially, or declined based on review

Multiple grants may be awarded to different organizations

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals scored on:
1. Project Design (emphasis) - Key activities clearly described; methodology very effective
2. Community Impact & Partnerships (emphasis) - Significant identified need; clear system change; compelling/valid data; identified/existing partnerships
3. Project Timeline & Outcomes - Clear measurement methods; significant degree of change; high number served; logical timeline
4. Sustainability - Excellent plan for post-funding sustainability
5. Project Budget - Clearly described and appropriate costs for scope

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