Decriminalize Sex Work Grants Program

Application Process

#### Pre-Application (Optional but Recommended)
1. Send concise letters of inquiry or brief grant summaries to the grants administrator
2. Timing: Submit at least three weeks before the application deadline
3. These preliminary communications are not required but are encouraged

#### Formal Application Requirements

Submission Format:

Required Application Components:

1. Applicant Information
- Applicant's full name and key contact people names
- Relevant addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, web addresses
- For nonprofits: Board officers and directors names

2. Project Objective
- Precise objective to be achieved with the funds sought
- Clear description of intended outcomes

3. Project or Organizational Plan
- Starting and ending dates
- Budget
- Specific actions planned
- Key milestones
- Identification of other funders
- List of cooperating organizations

4. Evaluation & Reporting
- Clear statement of how project success will be measured
- When and by whom results will be reported
- Metrics and indicators for measurable impact

5. Organizational Background
- Description of applicant's mission
- Organizational history
- Previous accomplishments
- Current activities

6. Budget Documentation
- Line-item budget of revenues and expenses for the project
- OR for general operating support: organization's overall budget for current and/or upcoming fiscal year

7. Financial Documentation (Optional but strongly recommended)
- IRS Form 990 submissions for past two years (if available)
- Audited financial statements for past two years (if available)

8. Tax Exemption Status (If applicable)
- IRS letter of recognition of 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
- Fiscal sponsor documentation (if applicable)
- Note: Tax-deductible work is a plus but not required

9. Optional Attachments
- News articles
- Video clips
- Other supporting materials

#### Submission Instructions

#### Application Timeline