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When are the application deadlines?
AICM does not have fixed deadlines for proposals. The LOI and
proposal deadlines are listed below. Please note, Education submissions
will be reviewed only in the Spring; and Arts &
Culture as well as Civic Affairs submissions will be
reviewed only in the Fall. All organizations must submit an LOI by 5:00 PM by
the respective deadline. Letters
received after this time will result in deferral to the next
funding
cycle.
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Fall 2010 Cycle |
Spring 2011 Cycle |
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Jewish
Charitable |
Arts &
Culture, Civic Affairs, Health, and Human Services |
Education, Health, Human Services, and Jewish Charitable |
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LOI due
by: |
June 30, 2010 |
July 15, 2010 |
January 15, 2011 |
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Invitation for full proposals by: |
July 12, 2010 |
July 26, 2010 |
January 21, 2011 |
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Full
proposals due by: |
July 26, 2010 |
August 13, 2010 |
February 9, 2011 |
How long and detailed is a standard LOI?
The LOI should be no more than two pages in length and should
adequately describe the nature of the organization’s work,
the size of its budget, the proposed project (and associated
budget) and the amount requested. The LOI should also
include a copy of the organization’s tax exempt
determination and a contact email.
How much money should an organization request?
AICM does not give guidance in this area. Organizations should
first consider how much money the program requires and then
consider what portion is appropriate for AICM to fund.
Please note that AICM staff will ask you about other sources
of support during the review process.
How do organizations know if their application was received?
AICM sends electronic receipts for emailed LOIs. If an organization
does not email an LOI and would like confirmation of
receipt, email the office.
What happens if an application arrives past the deadline?
It will be considered for the next cycle.
What happens after an organization submits an LOI?
Once it is determined that the LOI submission is complete (i.e.
includes all of the required information and materials),
AICM staff will review the request. If the organization’s
work coincides with AICM goals, additional information
and/or a full proposal may be requested.
Whom may I contact about my proposal?
Please note AICM does not provide guidance on LOI preparation and
the preferred method of initial contact is the LOI. Become
familiar with the program areas, guidelines, and process
before making an inquiry.
If approved, when should the grantee expect to receive
funding?
An organization will receive a check within a month after the
Board’s approval, provided the grant is not made on a
contingent basis.
If not approved, how soon can an organization reapply?
AICM only accepts one request within a 12-month period from a
single organization.
Can an organization apply for renewed funding?
Yes. The process repeats for renewed funding.
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