Scholarship Foundation Grant Application

Organizational Grant Application

Georgia Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Foundation Organizational Grant Application
I. PURPOSE OF GRANT PROGRAM
The Georgia Association of REALTORS® Scholarship Foundation, Inc. (the “Foundation”) awards grants to eligible organizations in furtherance of its charitable and educational mission.

Grants are intended to support educational, charitable, and community-based initiatives that provide a clear public benefit and are consistent with applicable federal and Georgia law.

Submission of this application does not guarantee funding. All grant awards are subject to review, approval, and funding availability, and are made at the sole discretion of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, in accordance with the Foundation’s Bylaws and Policies and Procedures Manual.
II. ORGANIZATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for consideration, the applicant organization must:
1. Be one of the following:
o A nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under
Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code;
o A governmental or educational entity eligible to receive charitable
grant funds; or
o A professional or trade association eligible for grant consideration solely
with respect to qualifying educational programming, as further described
in Section IV below;

2. Be in good standing with all applicable federal and state regulatory requirements;
3. Have a mission and activities consistent with the Foundation’s charitable purposes;
4. Demonstrate the administrative and financial capacity to properly manage, track, and account for grant funds;
5. Submit a complete application and all required supporting documentation by the stated deadline.

Incomplete or ineligible applications may not be considered.
III. Organization Information
Legal Name of Organization*
DBA (if applicable)
Federal EIN*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
City*
State*
ZIP*
Website*
Primary Contact Name and Title*
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email Address*
example@example.com
IV. ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS & GOVERNANCE
501(c)(3) NonprofitEducational InstitutionGovernment EntityOther
If 'Other' selected, please explain
Date of Incorporation or Establishment*

MonthDayYear
Date
Organization has an active Board of DirectorsBoard meets regularly (at least annually)Board reviews and approves budgetsBoard provides oversight of programs and activitiesBoard has adopted written bylaws or governance policies
If applicable, briefly describe the role of the Board of Directors
Annual budget approved by governing bodyFinancial reports reviewed by Board or governing bodyDual-signature or segregation of duties for financial transactionsIndependent review, audit, or financial oversightWritten financial policies and procedures
Please briefly describe the organization’s fiscal controls
Conflict of interest policyCode of Ethics or conductWhistleblower or reporting policyRecord retention policy
Other accountability measures - please describe:
Additional Explanation for any of the above section (Optional)
Educational & Professional Associations
REALTOR® Associations, REALTOR® Boards, or similar professional or trade associations that provide continuing education or other educational programming may be eligible for grant consideration only to the extent that grant funds are used solely for educational purposes consistent with the Foundation’s charitable mission and applicable law.

Such grants must be structured in compliance with the Foundation’s grant policies, including appropriate use restrictions, reporting requirements, oversight, and accountability. The Foundation reserves the right to require additional documentation or assurances to confirm that grant funds will be used exclusively for approved educational purposes.
V. GRANT REQUEST INFORMATION
Amount Requested (USD)*
Purpose of Grant*
Proposed Grant Period - Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Proposed Grant Period - End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
One-time grantRecurring or ongoing support
Important Notice: All grant awards are subject to annual grant caps, funding availability, and other limitations established by the Foundation’s Board of Directors. Submission of this application does not create any entitlement to funding.
VI. PROGRAM OR PROJECT DESCRIPTION (REQUIRED)
Provide a detailed description of the program, project, or initiative for which grant funding is requested. Include:
• Statement of need;
• Goals and objectives;
• Educational or charitable outcomes;
• Target population or beneficiaries;
• Geographic area served;
• How the program aligns with the Foundation’s charitable mission.
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VII. USE OF GRANT FUNDS (REQUIRED)
Describe in detail how the requested grant funds will be used. Grant funds must be used solely for the purposes described in this application and approved by the Foundation.

NOTE: Grant funds may not be used for purposes inconsistent with the Foundation’s charitable mission, grant policies, or applicable law.
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VIII. BUDGET AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION(REQUIRED)
Provide a summary budget for the program or project, including:
• Total project cost;
• Amount requested from the Foundation;
• Other funding sources (secured or pending).

Attach a detailed budget if available.
Enter details here:
Program or project budget

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IX. ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY AND EXPERIENCE
Describe the organization’s experience administering similar programs or projects, including relevant outcomes, performance metrics, and internal capacity.
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X. REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY (REQUIRED)
Grant recipients are required to comply with all grant-related reporting and accountability requirements established by the Foundation.

Grant recipients shall submit reports in the form and on the schedule required by the Foundation as a condition of the grant award, including documentation demonstrating proper use of funds and progress toward stated program objectives.

Failure to comply with reporting requirements may result in suspension, revocation, or recovery of grant funds.
XI. NON-DISCRIMINATION CERTIFICATION (REQUIRED)
The applicant organization certifies that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or Georgia law.
I certify that this organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
XII. CERTIFICATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
By signing below, the applicant organization certifies that:
1. All information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate;
2. Grant funds, if awarded, will be used solely for approved charitable or educational purposes;
3. The organization agrees to comply with all grant-related use restrictions, reporting requirements, and accountability standards;
4. The Foundation reserves the right to revoke or recover grant funds in the event of misuse, misrepresentation, or failure to comply with grant conditions;
5. Submission of this application does not create any entitlement to funding.
I acknowledge and certify that all information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
XIII. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proof of qualifying organizational status*

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Organizational budget or recent financial statements*

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Most recent IRS Form 990 (if applicable)

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Additional supporting documentation (if requested)

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XIV. GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINE AND REVIEW PROCESS
Submission Timing
Grant applications may be submitted on a rolling basis and are accepted during each financial quarter of the Foundation. There is no single annual deadline for grant submissions.

Administrative Review for Completeness
Upon receipt, each grant application shall be reviewed by the Staff Liaison, serving as the Foundation Administrator, to determine whether the application is complete and includes all required information and documentation.

Board Consideration
Only grant applications deemed complete following the administrative review shall be presented to the Board of Directors for consideration at the next regularly scheduled Board meeting following the determination of completeness. Submission of a grant application does not guarantee consideration at a particular meeting, and
incomplete applications may delay review or consideration by the Board of Directors.
XV. APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All completed applications and required supporting documentation must be submitted electronically via this form.

Applications submitted to any other email address, individual, or delivery method may not be received or considered.

The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application and all required materials are successfully transmitted and received by the Foundation by the applicable deadline or submission period. If you do not receive confirmation of receipt, please contact us at Scholarships@GARealtor.com.
XVI. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
Printed Name*
Title*
Signature*
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Submission Information
Application Deadline

MonthDayYear
Date
Online portalMailEmailOther
Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.
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Organizational Grant Application

I. PURPOSE OF GRANT PROGRAM

II. ORGANIZATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

III. Organization Information

IV. ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS & GOVERNANCE

Educational & Professional Associations

V. GRANT REQUEST INFORMATION

VI. PROGRAM OR PROJECT DESCRIPTION (REQUIRED)

VII. USE OF GRANT FUNDS (REQUIRED)

VIII. BUDGET AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION(REQUIRED)

IX. ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY AND EXPERIENCE

X. REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY (REQUIRED)

XI. NON-DISCRIMINATION CERTIFICATION (REQUIRED)

XII. CERTIFICATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

XIII. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

XIV. GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINE AND REVIEW PROCESS

XV. APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

XVI. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

Submission Information