1. www.caresny.org 2014 Project Application Process September 19th, 2014 Michelle Sandoz-Dennis Cares Inc.

2. Agenda  Introductions  2014 Application: The Review Process  Reminder: Match and Leverage  Next Steps: Webinar Date

3. First Thing… Attachment Review  Required Annually – Dated no earlier than 60 days  HUD Form – 2880  SF-LLL  HUD Form – 50070  Survey on EEO  Does NOT HAVE to be updated but MUST be attached  Non Profit Documentation  Code of Conduct

4. Please Remember…  CARES does not have Project Applicant e-snaps log-in information  CARES cannot see what Project Applicants can while we are providing technical assistance…which is why we ask for PDFs of everything  When Project Applicants submit within e-snaps it is submitted to CARES as the Collaborative Applicant but in READ ONLY form.

5. The 2014 Application Process  E-snaps is now open for the 2014 Application Cycle  Due to CARES by October 17 th  Project Applicants register for the Funding Opportunity within e-snaps  Project Applicants create each application within e-snaps  Project Applicants complete project application(s)

6. The 2014 Application Process  Prior to pushing the Submit button, Project Applicants will turn the application into a PDF  Project Applicants will complete an internal review using the CARES provided Application Checklist  Project Applicants will then send CARES a signed copy of the Checklist and a PDF copy of the application

7. Final Application Review  CARES will complete a full review of the application  CARES will send back a confirmation of review using the Project Checklist  Once any/all edits are made by the Project Applicant the Project Applicant can click the Submit button **Please Note: When submitted all Project Applications electronically come to CARES to be submitted as a package Application to HUD!

8. Match and Leverage

9. New Cash Match Requirements  Grantees must match the total grant, including administrative costs, with no less than 25% cash or in- kind contributions from other sources  The only exception to the match requirement is leasing costs  Match can only be used for the costs of eligible activities

10. Leverage  Leverage includes all funds, resources, and services that are secured on behalf of the project participant that are provided by sources other than the CoC funded resources  Leverage for the grant should be 150% of the total budget, including match

11. Leverage  Leverage  The below chart notes additional sources that can be documented as leverage. CashBuildingProgram Administratio n EquipmentServicesVolunteer Time RentOffice Space Maintenance & Repairs Computer Supplies Case Management Volunteers that assist the program: administration, meal prep more… UtilitiesAcquisition, rehab or new construction InsuranceOffice Supplies Addiction Treatment Client Program Fees FurnishingsCell PhonesChild Care Private Donation Program relocation fees Internet Connection Medical/Dental /Mental Health Care Food Legal Services

12. Next Steps  Project Applications due to CARES by October 17 th  If there are any questions…Do not hesitate to contact CARES project lead staff via email or by phone 518-489- 4130  Michelle Dennis – msandozdennis@caresny.org ext 102msandozdennis@caresny.org  Tess Cleary – tcleary@caresny.org ext 112tcleary@caresny.org 12