Deadline- August 15, 2012
Countries/Region- U.S
Applications are invited for Project Impact which is launched to create a vibrant environment around social innovation in our region. Chicago-based nonprofits can use this award as a means to accelerate their growth locally, while nonprofits from elsewhere can use Project Impact as a way to launch their presence in Chicago.
project Impact was founded by A Better Chicago, a venture philanthropy fund devoted to creating opportunity for low-income Chicagoans.
Eligibility-
- U.S.-based nonprofits that meet the following criteria are welcome to apply.
- Area of Focus: Applicants must be focused on achieving one or more of the following outcomes:
- Early childhood development – enable children from low-income families to start kindergarten healthy, ready to learn and at grade level
- K-12 education/youth development – ensure youth from low-income backgrounds are on track to graduate from high school and attain a post-secondary credential
- Workforce development – enable low-income individuals to earn a livable head of household wage and participate sustainably in the labor market
- Age of Organization: Founded within the last five years (no earlier than 2007)
- Target Population: Low-income children, adults or families in the Chicago metropolitan area.
- Tax Status: Must have accomplished one of the following: 1) applied for its 501(c)(3) status, 2) received its 501(c)(3) status or 3) secured a fiscal sponsorship arrangement from a U.S. based 501(c)(3) organization.
- Location: Based in the United States, with plans to either launch or expand in the Chicago metropolitan area within one year of winning Project Impact.
- Attendance at Event: A representative from all finalists will be required to attend the finals event on November 14, 2012 in Chicago.
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