Q: Is there a percentage limit for indirect costs?
A: No.
Q: Are there guidelines for the proposal in terms of spacing, font size, margins?
A: There are no requirements in terms of spacing, font size and margins. The proposal narrative must not exceed 4 pages.
Q: Can we partner with another organization to provide services?
A: Yes.
Q: Is a program that provides workforce development training for youth that also provides a benefit to low and moderate income homeowners and renters eligible to apply?
A: Yes, this program would be eligible to apply.
Q: Are facility improvements that promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability eligible for the program?
A: Yes, facility improvements that promote energy efficiency or environmental sustainability would be eligible to apply.
Q: What is the total amount of funding available?
A: The program has $450,000 in funding.
Q: What is the maximum award per proposal?
A: $50,000
Q: What is the funding source of the Community Development program?
A: The Community Development program is funded through RIHousing program funds. There are no federal funds in this program.
Q: Is there a list of previous award recipients?
A: Below is a list of award recipients from the FY2019 program:
- NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley – Clean, Green and Healthy Ambassador youth programming
- ONE Neighborhood Builders – Elmwood Financial Center and Accessing Home program
- Pawtucket Central Falls Development – Homebuyer education and financial counseling
- Saint Elizabeth Community – Support and Services at HOME (SASH) Program
- Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council – Green infrastructure improvements on Manton Ave
