standard grant criteria & procedure
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Standard Grant Criteria&
Procedure
Helps Lions respond collectively and effectively to major global humanitarian concerns
Enables Lions-to-help-needy…especially in times of calamity and disaster
Funds projects too big for districts/clubs to do on their own
Develops relevant grant-making initiatives to help Lions better serve the world community
Leverages Lions’ financial support to raise funds from a growing number of governments, other foundations, and corporations
SightFirst
Int’l Assistance
Emergency
Major Catastrophe
Core 4
Standard
LCIF Grant Opportunities
Division Manager
What are Standard Grants? Broadest category of LCIF funding Matching funds up to US$75,000
Supports larger-scale Lions projects
Bottom Up: Lions identify/develop projects
Mobile Health Units Hospitals, Nursing Homes
Street Children’s HomesMedical Units Blind and Disabled Welfare CentersEye Clinics and Research Centers
Schools in Developing Countries
Funding parameters Primarily capital funding only (bricks and mortar)
Funding is for specific projects (not general operating support)
Must address important humanitarian need
Serves a large population
Cost-effectiveness important<
Must have at least 40% margin in Bank Account when application is made. LCIF now asking for 50%.
Must have FCRA Registration or at least made an application.
For new entities of less than 3 years standing may apply after sanction.
Several clubs need to be involved (min 2-3)
Local Lions must raise at least ½ of required local matching funds
Application must be endorsed by district cabinet
Project must have a strong Lions identity and Lions volunteer involvement
Budget Parameters Must show income and expense
Need balanced budget
Lions funding should be itemized (# clubs?)
Show status of each funding source
Send proposal to Multiple LCIF Chairman to reach at least 15 days before Multiple Council Meeting.
Applications due 60 days before board meeting those received early have a faster review
Staff pre-reviews applications; clarifications and changes may be requested
LCIF Exec. Committee reviews applications that meet all preliminary requirements.
Applications are either approved (sometimes with conditions), tabled (pending further information) or denied
LCIF Grant money is not disbursed until local funds are collected.
Contact DG Team, LCIF District Coordinator or Multiple LCIF Chairman before applying.
Clearly lay out the project’s objectives, including number of beneficiaries
Fill out the application in its entirety and submit it ASAP
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Highlight Lions’ financial contributions and involvement
Respond to review letter and queries
There is no funding for completed projects
Download form from LCIF website - www.lcif.org
Question and Answer SessionQuestion and Answer Session
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