Greater Cincinnati Literacy Grant ($100,000 - Collaborative Program)

Application Process

Step 1: Letter of Intent

Deadline: Mid-January (e.g., January 24 at noon for 2020 cycle)

Submission: Online at Scripps Howard Foundation website

Content: Brief description of proposed program, target population, and organizational capacity

Step 2: Finalist Selection

Timeline: Early February (e.g., February 4)

Selection: Up to 10 nonprofits invited to complete full application

Notification: Invited organizations notified to proceed with full application

Step 3: Full Application

Deadline: Late February (e.g., February 21)

Format: Comprehensive grant application

Required Information:

- Detailed program description and goals
- Target population and geographic service area
- Quantifiable and qualitative outcomes
- Program sustainability plan post-grant period
- Organizational 501(c)(3) documentation
- Demonstrated need and impact
- Budget and use of funds
- Racial equity strategy (if applicable)
- Partnerships and collaborations

Step 4: Semi-Finalist Site Visits

Announcement: Mid-March (e.g., March 12)

Selection: Up to 3 semi-finalists

Visits: Week of late March/early April

Format: In-person evaluation by funder representatives

Step 5: Winner Announcement

Ceremony: April (Scripps Howard Awards event)

Notification: Public announcement at annual awards ceremony

Required Eligibility Documentation:

501(c)(3) nonprofit certification

Proof of service delivery in eligible counties

Financial information and audit reports

Program evaluation data

Submission Portal: Scripps Howard Foundation website (specific URL provided at application period opening)