RUOVA's Raise Up Impact Program - Submission of Interest(SOI) Form

Submission of Interest (SOI) Form

Nonprofit Grant Writing & Fundraising Retainer Program 2025 - RAISE UP IMPACT PROGRAM

We appreciate your interest in partnering with RUOVA to elevate your nonprofit's fundraising efforts through grant writing, grant application management, and fundraising strategies. Please complete this form to help us assess your organization's needs and readiness. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and decisions will be communicated in a 14 day period.

If your SOI is not accepted, we will provide feedback and discuss potential readjustments.

What is the RAISE UP IMPACT PROGRAM:

The Raise Up Impact Program is a privately funded RUOVA Consulting initiative designed to empower small to mid-scale nonprofits by providing subsidized access to essential grant writing and fundraising support.
Nonprofits apply to make RUOVA a "pay-what-you-can" retainer offer vetted by the organization's financial documents (Form 990) The application is reviewed to determine eligibility and mission alignment by RUOVA & accepted nonprofits get into the RUI (Raise Up Impact) Program.
Through this program, RUOVA offers a subsidy that covers the cost per need of a nonprofit who makes it into the program. Nonprofit does not need to pay professional standard rates.

See FAQ to learn more: https://taplink.cc/applyraiseupimpactprogram

Section 1: Nonprofit Information

1. Organization's Name*

2. EIN Employer Identification Number (or applicable country registration number)*

3. Primary Contact's Name and Title*

4. Secondary Contact's Name and Title (if applicable)

5. Organizations Website and or Social Media Links*

6. Mission Statement*

7. Year Established*

8. Number of Full-time Employees*

9. Number of Active Volunteers if applicable*

10. Where you referred to this program? (If yes, please share full name of referrer, if no, state so)*

Section 2: Financial Information

11. Annual Revenue Most Recent Fiscal Year*

12. Annual Expenses Most Recent Fiscal Year*

13. How much is your organization able to set aside per annum for grant writing & fundraising support? (This is where you make RUOVA a "pay-what-you-can" offer. You'll be required to commit a percentage of this as an initial deposit if your application is accepted)*

14. Attach a Copy of Your Latest Form 990 or Registered Charity Information Return (This will be used to vet your org's ''pay-what-you-can'' offer)*

Section 3: Grant & Fundraising Readiness

15. Have you applied for grants in the past? (Yes/No) If yes, list up to three grants your organization has applied for in the last two years, including the outcomes.*

16. What is your organization's current grant writing capacity? (e.g. dedicated staff, volunteers, external consultants) *

17. Describe your top three funding priorities for 2025 (Include fundraising goal/target amount)*

18. Do you have a current fundraising plan? (Yes/No) If yes, briefly describe it.*

19. What is your organization's experience with fundraising strategies outside of grants? (e.g. events, individual donor campaigns, corporate partnerships)*

20. List any software/tools your organization uses for grant and donor management (if applicable)

21. Describe any specific challenges your organization faces with grant applications or fundraising*

Section 4: Retainer Preferences

22. Desired Retainer Period: (Select one) 3 months, 6 months, 1 year *

23. What monthly retainer fee is your organization able to offer for RUOVA's services? (Note: Fees are subsidized based on the organization's revenue and Form 990 data. An annual payment plan is calculated from this.) Enter a fair and realistic amount.*

24. What outcomes do you hope to achieve through this partnership?*

25. Are there any additional services or support your organization would like RUOVA to source for or provide such as: Nonprofit Marketing, Social Media Content, Team Capacity Training and Nonprofit Staffing*

Attach any extra documents, infographics, materials that may help us learn more about your organization.

Section 5: Agreement & Submission

By submitting this form, I confirm that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge. (Complete box to agree)

Name and Title of Authorized Representative*

Date

Please ensure all sections are completed and supporting documents (e.g., Form 990, fundraising plans, organization brochure, infographics or any necessary documents) are attached.

For questions or assistance, contact us at contact-team@ruovaconsulting.com

We look forward to supporting your nonprofit’s growth through the Raise Up Impact Program!