Manhattan Borough President will fund a pilot initiative by setting aside $50,000 to support composting programs throughout Manhattan as reducing the amount of organic waste that enters our waste stream is one of the easiest and most effective ways to combat climate change.
Donor Name: New York City Department of Education
State: New York
Borough: Manhattan
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/26/2022
Size of the Grant: $5,000
Details:
This is a reimbursement grant. All goods and services must be purchased or provided no later than June 30, 2023 in order for an organization to receive the funding.
Priority projects include, but are not limited to:
- Composting and composting education programs for youth
- Composting and composting education programs for seniors
- Community engagement regarding the importance of composting and the many options for doing so throughout Manhattan.
Funding Information
One-time contact ranging from $5,000 to $7,500. Please note that the maximum funding for programs contracted via DOE is $5,000.
Review Criteria
A review panel made up of the Borough President’s budget staff will assess the application based on the following criteria:
- Organization & Mission
Reviewers will evaluate responses to questions related to the organization’s fiscal health, governance, administration structure, leadership, and history. Capacity for managing the proposed project and prior project excellence will be evaluated.
- Project Description
Applicants should propose a project that addresses the stated need of the population. The project description should outline achievable deadlines or timetables for deliverables, and criteria for evaluating the project’s success. Goals, objectives, and outcomes should be clearly defined, measurable, and timely. Reviewers expect answers to be succinct, clear, and thorough.
- Project Budget
Evaluators will review the project budget item listed in the application. Applicants may attach an additional organizational budget to determine the organization’s size and capacity.
- Need for MCAP Funding
The application should justify the need for funding by outlining a gap in services or resources that this funding would fill to make the project successful.
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