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Funding News and Grant Tips
Human Resources... A Safe Harbor for Use of Contractors
For a variety of reasons, many employers have found it beneficial to use independent contractors rather than full-time employees. Their motives are usually financial, but many employers have found themselves getting into trouble with regulating authorities.
When the employer is a nonprofit organization, negotiating the terrain between contractor and employee can be especially sticky.
In his book "Every Nonprofit's Tax Guide," Stephen Fishman explains elements of Section 530 in the federal tax code. This section is a safe harbor rule that protects an organization from Internal Revenue Service challenges or penalties over federal employment taxes in the case of an audit.
It is not just a matter of claiming safe harbor protection, however.
Fishman notes that for an organization to qualify for safe harbor protection, three requirements must be met.
An organization must have:
• Filed all required 1099-MISC forms for the workers in question.
• Consistently treated the workers involved, and others doing substantially similar work, as independent contractors, and
• Had a reasonable basis for treating the workers as independent contractors -- for example, treating such workers as independent contractors is a common practice for similar nonprofits, an attorney or accountant told the nonprofit the individuals qualified as independent contractors, or the nonprofit relied on an IRS ruling.
From The NonProfit Times, 1/19/10
Fundraising... Five Tips for Your Auction Event
Your parents were right: making a good first impression is paramount. And when putting together an auction event, you should be mindful of how you greet your guests and the communication with them after, according to Jay Fiske, CEO and co-founder of MaestroSoft, Inc.
Auctions can create a reliable revenue stream for your organization. It is important that you make the auction a pleasant experience for guests so they are eager to come next year.
Here are the five tips:
* Warm greetings. Have someone greet guests at the door or at their cars. Direct them to the entrance and give any information necessary. You might want more than one person in case of a surge.
* First thing's first. The first experience your guests will have is the registration and check-in. Make sure that there is an organized and speedy process. Put your most pleasant and effective staff members and volunteers manning those tables.
* Be prepared. Registration packets will make the process smoother. Include item descriptions and any bidding materials your guests will need. Try to make this registration packet as simple and neat as possible.
* More help, the better. Have "helpers" that will assist in moving any successful bid prizes to the cars of winners.
* Keep communication open. Fiske recommended allowing for an opt-in option for further communication. First thank guests for coming with personal communications. Then make sure you follow up with any information about upcoming auctions or other events. Create a feedback opportunity so you guests can tell you about the good time they had or areas for improvement.
From The NonProfit Times, 1/21/10
Public Funding Opportunities
Adolescent Medicine Trials Network for HIV/AIDS Interventions (ATN) [U01]: RFA-HD-10-015
SOURCE: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 3/14/10. Application: 4/14/10.
$ AVAILABLE: The NICHD intends to commit an approximate minimum of $22.5 million, NIDA intends to commit $1 million, and NIMH intends to commit $1 million in total costs in FY 2011 to support 17 to 19 new and/or competing continuation grants.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), state/county/city/township/special district governments, and faith-based or community-based organizations.
PURPOSE: This announcement invites applications from investigators willing to participate with NICHD, NIDA, and NIMH under a cooperative agreement to support the Adolescent Medicine Trials Network for HIV/AIDS Interventions (ATN). The primary mission of the ATN will be to conduct research, both independently and in collaboration with existing research networks and individual investigators, in HIV-infected and HIV-at-risk pre-adolescents, adolescents, and young adults up to age 25 years.
CFDA: 93.865, 93.242, 93.279
CONTACT: Bill G. Kapogiannis, (301) 402-0698, fax: (301) 496-8678, e-mail: kapogiannisb@mail.nih.gov. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HD-10-015.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Subject(s) adolescent health, HIV/AIDS research
Best Practices in Women's Health: HRSA-10-152
SOURCE: Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/26/10.
$ AVAILABLE: $291,545 for two awards.
ELIGIBILITY: Any public or private entity, including an Indian tribe or tribal organization, faith based and community based organizations are eligible to apply for this funding.
PURPOSE: To identify best practices in community settings and to use collaborative improvement processes to test ways to improve delivery of care in key community settings. To develop and pilot clinical and community practice models for improving the health of reproductive aged women through a comprehensive set of preventive services, screening and counseling, pre- and interconception care and family planning. To collaborate with public policy institutions specializing in women's health, particularly those affiliated with educational institutions, and state MCH agencies on improving women's health in a transformed health care environment that emphasizes clinical and community integration, innovation in health care quality, efficiency and transparency.
CFDA: 93.110
CONTACT: Lisa R. King, (301) 443-9739, e-mail: Lking@hrsa.gov. For more information see https://grants.hrsa.gov/webExternal/FundingOppDetails.asp?FundingCycleId=6E66F018-90D2-4BC1-9E8E-3FA57BD3D67F&ViewMode=EU&GoBack=&PrintMode=&OnlineAvailabilityFlag=&pageNumber=&version=&NC=&Popup=
From GrantsWire Weekly e-mail, 1/20/10
Subject(s) women's health, community health services, health policy research
Drug Free Communities Support Program: SP-10-005
SOURCE: Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 3/19/10.
$ AVAILABLE: $18,750,000 for 150 awards.
ELIGIBILITY: Please see URL for eligibility information.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this program is to establish and strengthen collaboration to support the efforts of community coalitions working to prevent and reduce substance use among youth.
CFDA: 93.276
CONTACT: Olivia Shockey, (240) 276-1270, e-mail: dfcnew2010@samhsa.hhs.gov. For more information see http://samhsa.gov/Grants/2010/SP-10-005.aspx
From Grants.gov Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Subject(s) substance abuse education/prevention, youth services, community health services
Improving Patient Safety through Simulation Research (R18): RFA-HS-10-018
SOURCE: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), Center for Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (CQuIPS)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 3/26/10.
$ AVAILABLE: AHRQ intends to commit up to $4.2 million total costs to support up to 10 to 12 new grants.
ELIGIBILITY: Public or nonprofit private institutions, such as a university, college, or a faith-based or community-based organization; units of local or state government; eligible agencies of the federal government; Indian/Native American tribal government (federally recognized and other than federally recognized); and Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations.
PURPOSE: The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is interested in funding a diverse set of projects that develop, test, and evaluate various simulation approaches for the purpose of improving the safe delivery of health care.
CFDA: 93.226
CONTACT: Kerm Henriksen, (301) 427-1331, fax: (301) 427-1341, e-mail: Kerm.Henriksen@ahrq.hhs.gov. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HS-10-018.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Subject(s) health policy research, technology
NCMHD Innovative Faith-Based Approaches to Health Disparities Research (R21): RFA-MD-10-004
SOURCE: National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NCMHD)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 2/9/10. Application: 3/17/10.
$ AVAILABLE: $2.5 million for up to eight awards.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska native and native Hawaiian serving institutions, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), and faith-based or community-based organizations.
PURPOSE: The purpose of the NCMHD Innovative Faith-Based Approaches to Health Disparities Research (R21) is to solicit applications that propose translational and transdisciplinary interventions on health disparities, social determinants of health, health behavior, and promotion and disease prevention, especially those jointly conducted with faith-based organizations or faith-motivated programs and the research community.
CFDA: 93.307
CONTACT: Irene Dankwa-Mullan, (301) 402-1366, fax: (301) 480-4049, e-mail: dankwamullani@mail.nih.gov. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-MD-10-004.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Subject(s) health promotion/wellness, health disparities, public health
Parkinson's Disease Data Organizing Center [PD-DOC] (U24): RFA-NS-11-001
SOURCE: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Letter of Intent: 3/30/10. Application: 4/30/10.
$ AVAILABLE: $6 million for one award.
ELIGIBILITY: Public/state/private controlled institutions of higher education, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) IRS status (other than institutions of higher education), small businesses, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), state governments, U.S. territories or possessions, Indian/Native American tribal government (federally recognized and other than federally recognized), Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations, non-domestic (non-U.S.) entities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), Alaska native and native Hawaiian serving institutions, regional organizations, and eligible agencies of the federal government.
PURPOSE: This announcement solicits cooperative agreement grant applications from institutions/organizations that propose to develop a redesigned and enhanced Parkinson's Disease Data Organizing Center.
CFDA: 93.853, 93.113
CONTACT: Wendy R. Galpern, (301) 496-9135, e-mail: galpernw@ninds.nih.gov or Cindy P. Lawler, (919) 316-4671, e-mail: lawler@niehs.nih.gov. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-NS-11-001.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 1/25/10
Subject(s) medical research, technology
Prevention and Management of Healthcare Associated Infections (R18): PA-10-089
SOURCE: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 3/29/10, 5/25/10, 9/25/10, 1/25/11, 5/25/11, 9/25/11, 1/25/12, 5/25/12, 9/25/12.
$ AVAILABLE: Because the nature and scope of the proposed research will vary from application to application, it is anticipated that the size and duration of each award will also vary. The total amount awarded and the number of awards will depend upon the numbers, quality, duration, and costs of the applications received.
ELIGIBILITY: Public or nonprofit private institutions, such as a university, college, or a faith-based or community-based organization; units of local or state government; eligible agencies of the federal government; Indian/Native American tribal governments (federally recognized and other than federally recognized); and Indian/Native American tribally designated organizations.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this funding opportunity is to fund extramural health services research, demonstration, dissemination, and evaluation grants that propose to prevent and more effectively manage healthcare associated infections (HAIs).
CFDA: 93.226
CONTACT: Robert J. Borotkanics, (301) 427-1799, fax: (301) 427-1341, e-mail: robert.borotkanics@ahrq.hhs.gov. For more information see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-10-089.html
From NIH Web site, accessed 1/25/10
Subject(s) medical research
Rural Emergency Responders Initiative
SOURCE: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Ongoing.
$ AVAILABLE: Please see URL for funding information.
ELIGIBILITY: These funds are available to public bodies, nonprofit organizations, and recognized Indian tribes.
PURPOSE: The Rural Development, through its community facilities program, provides funding for the Rural Emergency Responders Initiative to specifically strengthen the ability of rural communities to respond to local emergencies. The community facilities program funds are used to support rural emergency responder efforts by financing needed equipment and services.
Funds may be used to finance equipment, vehicles, and/or buildings for the following types of projects: fire protection, rescue/ambulance, law enforcement, civil defense/early warning systems, mobile/stationary communications, emergency responders training facilities, hospitals, outpatient care, physician's clinics, migrant health centers, healthcare office buildings, county health department offices, food preparation distribution centers, and animal shelters.
Rural Development, through its community facilities program, provides financial assistance to develop essential community facilities for public use in rural areas. These facilities include schools, libraries, childcare, hospitals, medical clinics, assisted living facilities, fire and rescue stations, police stations, community centers, public buildings and transportation.
CFDA: None listed
CONTACT: Please see URL for contact information. For more information see http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/rhs/cf/Emerg_Responder/rural_emergency_responders_initi.htm
From USDA Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Subject(s) biodefense/bioterrorism, community health services, emergency medicine, health care facilities, rural health
Texas Respite Coordination Center: 539-10-40479
SOURCE: Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/22/10.
$ AVAILABLE: $180,000 over a 30-month period.
ELIGIBILITY: Nonprofit, governmental, or non-governmental community agency that provides services and supports to individuals with long-term needs, or an association that represents such agencies.
PURPOSE: The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services' (DADS) mission in this announcement is to identify an agency or organization with the capability to serve as a statewide Texas Respite Coordination Center (TRCC). The TRCC will be a key component of DADS newly established Lifespan Respite Care Program and will have major responsibility for enhancing the coordination of respite services in Texas. Respite services provide temporary relief for caregivers from the ongoing responsibility of caring for an individual of any age, with any disability.
CFDA: none
CONTACT: Elizabeth Ward, (512) 206-5416, Fax: (512) 206-5475, e-mail: Elizabeth.Ward@hhsc.state.tx.us. For more information see http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/docs/539/86803_1.doc
From Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services e-mail, 1/19/10
Subject(s) technology, chronic diseases, aged/seniors, disabilities
Private Funding Opportunities
Grants to Investigate Therapeutic Effects of Horses on Humans
SOURCE: Horses and Humans Research Foundation
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5/15/10.
$ AVAILABLE: Grants of up to $50,000 will be awarded for up to a one-year period.
ELIGIBILITY: Please see URL for eligibility information.
PURPOSE: The Horses and Humans Research Foundation funds research on the therapeutic effects of horses on humans.
The foundation seeks to fund scientific research that explores the currently unsubstantiated benefits of equine-assisted activities, leading to the discovery of the most effective methods and techniques for conducting thousands of existing and future programs. The broad research agenda includes basic research as well as clinical studies that will impact the physical and mental health and quality of life for people with disabilities who are involved with equine-assisted activities or therapies.
CONTACT: Horses and Humans Research Foundation, P.O. Box 480, Chagrin Falls OH 44022, (440) 543-8306. For more information see http://www.horsesandhumans.org/Research.html
From The Foundation Center Philanthropy News Digest e-mail, 1/15/10
Subject(s) medical research, disabilities, mental health
Visionary and Weiss Grants
SOURCE: American Psychological Foundation (APF)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 3/15/10.
$ AVAILABLE: One-year grants are available in amounts ranging from $5,000 to $20,000. In addition, a $10,000 Raymond A. and Rosalee G. Weiss Innovative Research and Programs Grant is available for any program that falls within APF's priority areas.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must be affiliated with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
PURPOSE: The APF's Visionary and Weiss grant programs seek to seed innovation through the support of research, education, and intervention projects and programs that use psychology to solve social problems in the following priority areas: understanding and fostering the connection between mental and physical health to ensure well-being; reducing stigma and prejudice to promote unity and harmony; understanding and preventing violence to create a safer, more humane world; and supporting programs that address the long-term psychological needs of individuals and communities in the aftermath of disaster.
CONTACT: Kim Palmer Rowsome, (202) 336-5622, e-mail: krowsome@apa.org. For more information see http://www.apa.org/apf/funding/vision-weiss.aspx
From The Foundation Center Philanthropy News Digest Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Subject(s) mental health, medical research, public health
Events
The New Volunteer: A Multi-Cultural Approach to Community Engagement
SPONSOR: Greenlights for NonProfit Success
WHEN: February 2, 8:30 am to noon.
WHERE: Greenlights for NonProfit Success, 7703 North Lamar Blvd., Suite 400, (Austin, TX).
DESCRIPTION: Are you ready for the new volunteer? The new volunteer is innovative, creative, multi-generational, has a strong cultural identity, and is ready to lead and serve. Understanding volunteer trends, communities of color, culture & community engagement are essential to any organization. A multi-cultural approach to community engagement is a process of building community, relationships, & trust with multi-cultural communities. Multi-Cultural Engagement utilizes authentic engagement strategies that create advocates for people, neighborhoods, nonprofits & issues within communities. It is an inclusive, innovative & culturally relevant approach that informs, educates, engages & strengthens communities. Whether you're looking to engage the new volunteer (project-based to skill-based), board members, or develop relationships with multi-cultural communities, this session will provide the tools you need to get started.
COST: $50 members / $90 non-members.
CONTACT: Julie Macalik, (512) 477-5955 x247, e-mail: macalikj@greenlights.org.
From Greenlights for NonProfit Success Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Successful Grants Write Now
SPONSOR: Greenlights for NonProfit Success
WHEN: February 4, 8:30 am to noon.
WHERE: Greenlights for NonProfit Success, 7703 North Lamar Blvd., Suite 400, (Austin, TX).
DESCRIPTION: Jump-start your grant writing with three dynamic workshops that can strengthen your skills as an emerging grant writer or development manager of your nonprofit organization. Learn the importance of grant evaluation, its components, and accurate and timely reporting. Presenters will introduce you to the world of creating and using appropriate measurement systems and reporting methods in the third part of our grant writing series. This training is recommended for emerging nonprofit staff learning the basics of successful grant evaluation and reporting and those looking for a review. A money saving tip, sign up for the entire series: Grants Calendar and Research, Successful Grants Write Now, and Grant Evaluation and Reporting, for a 20% discount (Not available online). Print out the online registration form and email or fax it with your payment information to macalikj@greenlights.org.
COST: $50 members / $90 non-members.
CONTACT: Julie Macalik, (512) 477-5955 x247, e-mail: macalikj@greenlights.org.
From Greenlights for NonProfit Success Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Lunch & Learn: The New Form 990 - Important Things You Need to Know
SPONSOR: February 9, 11:30 am to 1 pm.
WHERE: Greenlights for NonProfit Success, 7703 North Lamar Blvd., Suite 400, (Austin, TX).
DESCRIPTION: The Form 990, the tax return for nonprofits, has undergone its first major revision in over 30 years. The IRS is requiring more schedules, more disclosures, and more narrative information. Many donors use the information on your 990 to determine whether your organization is worth supporting. Learn how the 990 has changed and what you'll need to do in response to the new requirements, as well as ways to improve your organization's governance so that you are following the best practices enumerated on the new 990.
COST: Free for members / $15 non-members.
CONTACT: Julie Macalik, (512) 477-5955 x247, e-mail: macalikj@greenlights.org.
From Greenlights for NonProfit Success Web site, accessed 1/21/10
Grant Evaluation and Reporting
SPONSOR: Greenlights for NonProfit Success
WHEN: February 11, 8:30 am to noon.
WHERE: Greenlights for NonProfit Success, 7703 North Lamar Blvd., Suite 400, (Austin, TX).
DESCRIPTION: Jump-start your grant writing with three dynamic workshops that can strengthen your skills as an emerging grant writer or development manager of your nonprofit organization. Learn the importance of grant evaluation, its components, and accurate and timely reporting. Presenters will introduce you to the world of creating and using appropriate measurement systems and reporting methods in the third part of our grant writing series. This training is recommended for emerging nonprofit staff learning the basics of successful grant evaluation and reporting and those looking for a review. A money saving tip, sign up for the entire series: Grants Calendar and Research, Successful Grants Write Now, and Grant Evaluation and Reporting, for a 20% discount (Not available online). Print out the online registration form and email or fax it with your payment information to macalikj@greenlights.org.
COST: $50 members / $90 non-members.
CONTACT: Julie Macalik, (512) 477-5955 x247, e-mail: macalikj@greenlights.org.
From Greenlights for NonProfit Success Web site, accessed 1/21/10
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