Jett Giving Fund - Accessible Vehicle Fund

Application Process

1. Check Application Dates: Applications open January 3 at 9:00 AM ET and close February 18 at 11:59 PM ET (annual cycle)

2. Submit Online: Visit jettfoundation.org/jett-giving-fund during the open application period to complete the application
- Note: You can save and resume your application
- Jett Foundation only accepts electronic applications through the website
- No paper applications accepted

3. Required Documentation: For your application to be considered complete, you must:
- Answer all questions on the application
- Provide proof of diagnosis (physician's letter, IEP, genetic report, etc.)
- Include personal information and detailed background narrative clearly demonstrating need for financial assistance
- Submit three quotes from three separate certified dealership/vendors on company letterhead

Quote Requirements

• Quotes must come from certified dealers/vendors
• Must be on official company letterhead
• Must include make, model, year, and price of equipment
• Must list salesperson name and contact information
• Must include your name and address
• Must be specific quotes drafted for your child/family (not generic inventory listings)
• Equipment cost must be clearly stated

Selection Criteria

Acceptance decisions are made by a committee of Jett Foundation staff, community members, and board members. Committee reviews applications based on these criteria:
• Individual has a documented case of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
• Individual or caregiver submitted completed application by deadline
• Individual has documented significant and immediate need for the vehicle
• Individual indicated in application they are highly motivated to raise funds needed to reach their goal

Timeline

• Determination Announcements: Sent via email on March 17 (following year)
• All applicants notified whether accepted or denied by email

Recipient Responsibilities

If selected:
• Goal is to raise 50% or more of funds needed to purchase accessible vehicle
• Reaching or exceeding fundraising goal ensures program longevity and continued support to future families

Reapplication Policy

• Eligible applicants may apply once per calendar year
• If not selected in one calendar year, may apply again in following year

Important Notes

• No deadline exceptions: Given significant interest, cannot provide exceptions to application deadline
• Complete applications only: Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Anti-kickback compliance: Applications implying funding from applicant's own 501(c)3 will be rejected; Jett Foundation reserves right to remove participants violating anti-kickback statutes
• Questions: Email [email protected]

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