Application for Federal Government Grants

Proposal: ProgCode Application for Federal Government Grants

ProgCode might qualify for federal grants which are made available to non-profit, tax-exempt organizations through various federal agencies, for programs related to education, health, and social welfare. The grant process is dynamic, and grant availability and qualification criteria is varied. Postings for the grants are available to the public through grants.gov.

Description

This initiative seeks a community decision as to whether ProgCode should seek grants from the U.S. government.

Problem

In the event that ProgCode wishes to apply for a grant, it must create a profile with grants.gov.

The process for creating a profile requires that ProgCode register its name, address, EIN, tax status, and similar information. It also requires that ProgCode provide a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number. In order to obtain a DUNS number, ProgCode must register with Dun & Bradstreet, a private organization which issues the DUNS number. The government claims to use this number "to better identify related organizations that are receiving funding under grants and cooperative agreements, and to provide consistent name and address data for electronic grant application systems."

Benefit

This provides ProgCode option of participating in government programs which are related to the ProgCode mission, for which large-dollar grants are available. Those grants will help fund operations and provide additional opportunities to fulfill the ProgCode mission. ProgCode might apply separately or in conjunction with network partners. This could enhance ProgCode's relationship with similarly situated social welfare organizations.

Plan

[ ] Post the relevant information in the #wg-progcode-funding channel.
[ ] Schedule this initiative for a Community Operations meeting to be held on 01-08-18.
[ ] Seek community consent to register a profile for ProgCode with grants.gov (consent to implement).
[ ] If approved by the community, register with Dun & Bradstreet to obtain a DUNS number.
[ ] Research and investigate grants for which ProgCode might qualify.
[ ] Any grant or program which a member determines to be consistent with the ProgCode mission may be brought before the community for a vote through the pilot initiative process (change process).

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