Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation for Youth & Families

Organizational Type: Programs and organizations that benefit the Farmington Hills & Farmington area are eligible for this grant. While priority is given to local programs, applications from organizations outside the area may be considered if they can demonstrate substantial benefits to Farmington & Farmington Hills residents.

Location: The grant primarily supports organizations serving the Farmington Hills & Farmington area. Programs from outside these locations may be eligible if they provide significant benefits to these communities.

Project Scope: The grant is intended for program expenses and materials rather than property, staffing, or operational costs. Priority is given to programs focused on prevention, diversity, and inclusiveness, with a broad benefit to the community.

The Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation grant has several funding restrictions:

• Grants are typically not awarded for property, staffing, or operational costs.
• Religious organizations are generally excluded unless the program or service is secular and available to all, regardless of religious preference.
• Applicants may submit only one application per year, though a secondary application may be submitted in the fall if a spring application is partially funded.

The exact amount of funding provided is not specified in the details provided. Grants are awarded based on the merits of the application and the availability of funds.

The application for the Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation grant includes the following components:

1. Grant Application Form: Available by contacting the foundation office or downloading the form from their website.
2. Program Description: Detailed information about the program or organization requesting funding, including its goals and how it will benefit the community.
3. Eligibility Information: Applicants must demonstrate that their program benefits Farmington & Farmington Hills residents, with a focus on prevention and inclusivity.
4. Budget: A breakdown of how the grant funds will be used for program expenses and materials.
5. Additional Funding Efforts: Applicants should show willingness to seek additional funding from other sources.
6. Past Grant Compliance: If the applicant has received a grant before, they must demonstrate compliance with previous grant terms and reporting requirements.

Applicants must submit their forms by the spring (April 15) or fall (October 15) deadlines.

The deadlines for the Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation grant application are:

• Spring Grant Cycle: Applications must be received by April 15.
• Fall Grant Cycle: Applications must be received by October 15.

If an applicant's spring grant request is only partially met, they may submit a second application for the remaining balance in the fall cycle.

The reporting requirements for the Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation grant include:

1. Timely Reporting: Applicants who have previously received a grant must meet the terms and conditions of the grant agreement, which includes submitting appropriate and timely reports.
2. Grant Utilization: Recipients must provide documentation on how the funds were used, particularly for program expenses and materials.
3. Progress Updates: Grant recipients may be required to report on the progress and impact of the funded program, demonstrating its benefits to the community.

Failure to meet these reporting requirements could affect eligibility for future grants.

The evaluation criteria for the Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation grant include:

1. Benefit to the Community: The program or organization must primarily benefit the Farmington Hills & Farmington area. Programs from outside the area may be considered if they show substantial benefits to local residents.
2. Prevention Focus: Priority is given to programs that emphasize prevention.
3. Inclusivity and Diversity: Programs should be open to all and encourage diversity and inclusiveness.
4. Funding Use: Grants should be used for program expenses and materials, not for property, staffing, or operational costs.
5. Additional Funding Efforts: Applicants should demonstrate a willingness and ability to seek additional funding from other sources.
6. Past Performance: Previous grant recipients must have met the terms of their prior grants, including timely reporting and appropriate use of funds.

These criteria are used as guidelines, but applications that do not fully align with them may still be considered.