1. Where can I access the Partner Subaward Application?
http://www.umdi-solutions.com/ccyei/downloads/application09.doc

2. Collaboration – what does it look like?
According to a form we distributed, collaboration is defined as “…creating something that is greater than the sum of its parts.  It is developing common policies and procedures, investing resources toward a defined common goal.  It is putting aside competition, sharing a common vision, and working in a shared decision-making structure.” According to this form, collaboration is the ultimate goal of a series of models of working together. 

3. “At Risk” – how to determine and document? 
 “Risk” should be understood and measured by specific indicators, which the applicant can choose.  Good examples can be found by regional needs assessments of the quality of life of youth.  Specific risk factors include poverty, violence, substance abuse, and discrimination; data and indicators on these can be secured from regional research reports; e.g.in Barnstable County, http://www.bchumanservices.net/docs/thc2001IRORFAV1ss2.pdf.

4. How to get to know each other (partners) in order to collaborate on this proposal?
We provide each Partner with a list of all other Partners, with e-mail, address, phone numbers, etc.  We provide trainings open to all Partners, as well as quarterly Partner Meetings, which have opportunities for networking.  We encourage Partners to contact one another, and will if requested provide Technical Assistance and facilitation for networking meetings.  The responsibility for reaching out is the partner’s.

• Are we required to partner? 

No. But we, as well as other grant-makers, strongly encourage collaboration, and we provide incentives in the form of extra credit on Subaward Application Scoring.

5. What is the total amount a collaborative can apply for?
It is the sum of each collaborators budget-related amounts--BUT make it reasonable to your combined capacity to manage the grant.  See the following example: This year start-up or rather small organizations (under $100,000) may apply for grants up to$ 8,000.

• If two established organizations collaborate, they can apply for any amount up to $40,000.
• If two start-up organizations collaborate, they can apply for any amount up to $16,000.
• If an established organization and a start-up organization collaborate, they can apply for any amount up to $28,000. 

6. Will partnering with an organization that we consider "weaker" than
us drag our chances down?
No

7. Can we collaborate only with an organization that is not a Partner
and still get the extra points?
No--collaborations need to be based with at least two or more Partners, and only Partners can share in the Subaward.  However, you can include other collaborators helping you and your collaborative to reach the capacity-building outcomes you wish to accomplish for your whole collaborative, as long as they bring their own funds to the collaborative. Please tell us about this.  You can list these as "Other sources" of funds in your budget.

8. What budget should I base my $100,000 or $500,000 limit on? 
Your 2008 [or most recent fiscal year] operating budget.  If you don't know what an "operating budget" is, contact your Project Manager, and they will provide Technical Assistance and look over your financials.

• Can we change the name of our "Partner" that is applying? 

Only if you are changing the legal name of the organization that was originally chosen as a Partner.  You need to retain the same EIN which is your legal identity.  Let your Project Manager know if you are changing your Mission Statement along with the name.

9. Will the Funding Advisory Board see the interim reports?  (Applicable only to those funded last year): 
Yes, however in addition to that, you may want to highlight your organization’s handling of last year’s subaward in three areas of the grant application.  If possible, tie it in with what you are asking to be funded this year, in a cohesive logical manner.
Example: Last year we were awarded $3,000 for board development, through the experience of having multiple board meetings a fundraising committee was initiated  and we now want to hire a fundraising consultant to help us create Fundraising Plan.  
The other place you are welcome to highlight how you have used the funds in on page 11 under "Optional."  You are strongly encouraged to emphasize what you have done so far with the previous subaward.

10. How will the Funding Advisory Board evaluate the organizations who received subawards in the first round, as in what progress they have made?  (Applicable only to those funded last year):  
They will look at the interim reports and what you can put into your application as explained in the previous question.

11. If I applied for board development last year, and received money to do so, can I ask for more board development funds this year?
No, you must ask for a completely different capacity building project.  For example, people who received funding for fundraising cannot ask for another project that concerns fundraising. 

12. Will people who DID NOT receive funding last year be given preference?
Yes.

13. The months on the timeline of the work plan on page 9 seem wrong.  Should we update?
They are wrong. You can use them as is, or replace them in the application to read May/June, July, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec.

14. May we ask for money to travel to approved trainings, including Compassion Massachusetts Trainings?
Yes.

15. What should we put under budget narrative?
This is your opportunity to justify why your budget reads as it does.  Sell them on your plan. Do not leave it blank. Explain why your budget makes good sense.

16. Will the Funding Advisory Committee see our Interim Report?  (Applicable only to organizations that received funding last year)
Yes. You can use this fact in your current proposal, referring to your Interim Report.

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