2016 Technical Assistance Funding Workshop 1/14/16

Agenda Introductions CBHC Overview Available Funds in FY 2016 Application Process Budget/Narrative

Children’s Board of Hillsborough County Created by local referendum in 1988 Independent Taxing District.4589 millage rate Unique to Florida Governed by a 10 member Board $35.8 Million Budget $29.9 Million Program Funding

Vision Hillsborough County will be recognized as one of the top places in the nation to raise children.

Mission The Children’s Board invests in partnerships and quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County

FY 2015 Available TA Funding October 2015$ 98,253 awarded January 2016$101,747 available TOTAL$200,000

Technical Assistance Funds Not-For-Profit or governmental organization serving children and families in Hillsborough County Overall budget of $2M or less Not awarded Technical Assistance Grants during FY 2015 (October 1, 2014 – September 30, 2015).

Technical Assistance Build the internal capacity and expertise of community organizations that serve children. Intended to assist organizations build capacity that increases their ability to operate effectively over the long term.

Technical Assistance Capacity building activities focused on improving internal infrastructure in the areas of: –Governance –Management –Finance –Fund Development –Program Improvement

Funds can be used for activities such as: –board development –accreditation –sustainability planning –technology upgrades –equipment –staff development/training

Technical Assistance Technical Assistance grants may not be used for: –Salaries –Direct Service –Grant Writers –Construction or Renovations –Cost related to start up (program or agency)

Technical Assistance $5,000 is the maximum amount considered per request. $500 per agency to cover the cost of registration for conference and training events. One-time, time limited grants Projects must be completed by 9/30/16 Final reimbursement & report due by 10/31/16 Cost Reimbursement

Technical Assistance The rating criteria includes 2 extra points for organizations currently not receiving program funding from the CBHC.

Technical Assistance Application Due Date: 4:00 PM on February 19, 2016 Hard copy submission only Deadline for Questions: 4:00 PM on January 20, 2016 Notice of Awards: Week of March 14, 2016

Application Format & Guidelines Typewritten 8 ½ x 11 paper 1 inch margins, 12 pt font Pages numbered

Application Format & Guidelines Attachment 1- Budget Detail/Narrative –Excel Format –Formulas –Do not alter, edit or change –Instructions – Section 2.3

Application Format & Guidelines 4 identical copies, including attachments One must have original signature 1 electronic copy of Application submitted (including Attachment 1A) on CD ROM or UBS Drive

Application Format & Guidelines A complete Application must include the following: –Cover page –Concept Paper (3 page limit) –Budget/Narrative (Attachment 1A)

Application Format & Guidelines Optional Attachments: Relevant documents such as quotes, consultant scopes of service, and/or resumes, if applicable

Application Cover Page Concept Paper –Project Summary –Organizational Capability –Implementation Plan/timeline Budget/Narrative

Budget and Budget Narrative

Budget/Narrative The Budget (Attachment 1) has three (3) columns: Column 1 (left side): includes the Total Program Budget for the proposed project Column 2 (middle): details the funds you are requesting in this Application from the Children's Board for this project.

Column 3 (right side): Budget narrative should describe your revenues and expenses in detail. Describe how the figures were calculated and what items/services will be purchased with the dollars budgeted. Quotes and/or estimates that support your cost should be submitted as attachments to your application, if applicable.

Additional Information Detailed instructions for completing the budget and narrative (Attachment 1) is included in the Request For Applications (Pro ), Section 2.3 available on the Children’s Board website. All funding is granted on a cost reimbursement basis only. If you are requesting technical assistance funds for a conference or to attend a training event, Children’s Board funds may only be used toward the cost of registrations and is limited to $500 per agency.

Helpful Hints Print & Read the Request for Application Review the Rating Tool Submit questions by COB on 1/20/16 Review the questions and answers on our website Start your application early and submit before the deadline! Read the Request for Application!

Helpful Hints Contact Information: Irene DeRosa Hill Project Manager (813)

Resources Local provider of training and supports for NFP organizations: Nonprofit Leadership Center of Tampa Bay: Resource for free/reduced cost software for NFP organizations: TechSoup: Access to data, maps, links related to local communities & neighborhoods: Hillsborough Community Atlas: Visit the Children’s Board website for additional information:

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