Annual RCF Grant Application

Annual Grantee Application
Annual Grant Information and Criteria

Through its grants, the REALTORS® Community Foundation (RCF) seeks to support projects and/or programs that are actively working to transform the lives of people in our community. The following are general guidelines by which grant applications are reviewed and prioritized:
- Organization must be a 501(c)(3) charitable organization as classified by the IRS.
- Organization and its grant-related project/program must be located within Ada, Elmore, or Gem County.
- Grant-related projects/programs must address long term benefits and/or impact for a significant number of people, with preference given to those offering housing related needs.
- The RCF does not fund organizations located outside Ada, Elmore, and Gem County, general operating expenses, denominational education, travel or lodging expenses, or individual/team sponsorships.
To increase awareness and engagement among the REALTOR® community, the RCF and Boise Regional REALTORS® will be inviting members to help select the organizations who will receive grants. Please note: Applicants that are not selected by our members may still be eligible for a grant.

Applications must be received by 11:45 p.m. MT on November 8th. All information requested is REQUIRED. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact Boise Regional REALTORS® Director of Growth & Strategic Communications Taylor Gray at taylor@boirealtors.com.
Real estate professionals giving back to our community.

The REALTORS® Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization, wholly-owned by Boise Regional REALTORS® (BRR), a 501(c)(6) non-profit trade association. The mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life in the Boise region through housing-related projects and grants.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

All information requested is REQUIRED. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Today's Date*

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Organization Name as it appears on 501(c)(3): *
Tax ID:*
Contact Name and Title:*
Contact Phone:
Please enter a valid phone number.
Contact Email:
example@example.com
Organization’s Mission Statement:*
Brief History of Organization:*
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Please submit the following information with your grant application:
- Most recent annual report to donors
- Two Years Ago - Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Last Year's Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Current Annual Budget
- Current Year-End Projected Budget Detail
- Next Year's Budget Detail for the specific Program/Project for which you are requesting funds
Most recent annual report to donors*

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TWO YEARS AGO Form 990 or 990-EZ*

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LAST YEAR'S Form 990 or 990-EZ*

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CURRENT Annual Budget*

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CURRENT Year-End Projected Budget Detail*

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NEXT YEAR'S Budget Detail for the specific Program/Project for which you are requesting funds*

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PROGRAM/PROJECT AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The amount of grants awarded will be determined based on the funds raised throughout the year. In addition, we plan to distribute the grants in December of each year to help those who qualify get an additional match from the Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge (avenuesforhope.org).
Program/Project Name:*
Project/Program Fundraising Goal: *
Grant Amount Requested: *
For entire organization THIS YEAR:
Total Operating Expenses*
Total Fundraising Expenses* % of Total Operating Expenses*
Total Administrative Expenses* % of Total Operating Expenses*
For entire organization NEXT YEAR:
Total Operating Expenses*
Total Fundraising Expenses* % of Total Operating Expenses*
Total Administrative Expenses* % of Total Operating Expenses*
Type of Request*

Project SupportEndowmentStart-up CostsTechnical AssistanceCapital ExpendituresOther
Briefly describe your grant-related program/project, emphasizing how it addresses a housing-related issue:*
What area(s) within Ada, Elmore, or Gem counties will be served through this program/project?*
What is your measure of success for this program/project (e.g., the number of people impacted, etc.?*
What percentage of your program/project fundraising goal have you received so far? From how many donors?*
Describe what changes you expect will occur as a result of your program.*
Describe your plans for sustaining this program through funding and other sources.*
How will the REALTORS® Community Foundation be recognized as part of this project or through your organization? *
If your organization is registered with Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge, please provide your custom URL (ex., avenuesforhope.org/organizations/sample-organization):*

SUBMISSION
If selected as a candidate by the Foundation Board...
Would you be willing to provide us with a two-minute (or less) video explaining the program, telling REALTORS® how their support will help you, and asking them to vote for you?*

YES (if selected, we will contract you for the video)NO
Will you commit to providing a short bio, your logo, and up to three (3) photos for our website to help with the poll, as well as our fundraising efforts throughout the year?*

YES (if selected, we will contract you for these materials)NO
What kinds of updates will you provide throughout the year (or regarding the program/project) to the Foundation that we can share with our REALTOR® members?*
Would you commit to participating in Foundation events throughout the year (golf tournament, membership events, etc.) and, where applicable, promoting the Foundation’s fundraisers through your communication channels and donor networks?*

YES (if selected, we will contract you with details)NO
Beyond this grant, please share at least one opportunity for REALTORS® to provide a pre-scheduled, hands-on support to your organization (community service, project, a supply drive, micro-volunteering, board service, etc.).*
By submitting this grant application, you agree that the REALTORS® Community Foundation, Boise Regional REALTORS®, and its affiliates, have the right to include information about your organization, and any other related information provided by your organization, in its marketing materials, public reports, and press announcements. You further acknowledge that the REALTORS® Community Foundation may request a written report on the outcome of any grant to your organization, which you agree your organization will complete in the format requested. You further agree that if a grant is awarded, the funds will only be used for the purpose stated in this application. By signing below, you certify that you have the authority to accept these conditions on behalf of this organization:
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Annual Grantee Application

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

PROGRAM/PROJECT AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For entire organization THIS YEAR:

For entire organization NEXT YEAR:

SUBMISSION

If selected as a candidate by the Foundation Board...