FY26-27 Project Discovery Program Application

FY26-27 Project Discovery Program Application

This application evaluates agency capacity, program quality, fiscal responsibility, and alignment with Project Discovery goals. Responses will be scored and used to inform funding and monitoring decisions. Applications and all supporting documentation are due by 5pm on June 30, 2026
Organization Information

Complete the following information
Agency Name
Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Location Address (if different)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Web Site Address
Executive Director - Name
Executive Director - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Executive Director - Email
example@example.com
Program Coordinator - Name
Program Coordinator - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Program Coordinator - Email
example@example.com
Financial Manager - Name
Financial Manager - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Financial Manager - Email
example@example.com
Other Contact - Name
Other Contact - Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Other Contact - Email
example@example.com
Governmental Jurisdictions Served (Cities, Counties, Towns)

Provide a list of all governmental jurisdictions served by your agency that will offer Project Discovery programming.0/50
Advisory Board Member Details

Project Discovery Advisory Board consists of a Chair, Co-Chair, Secretary, Treasure and members
Advisory Board Chair

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Advisory Board Chair Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Advisory Board Chair Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Advisory Board Chair Email
example@example.com
Advisory Board Chair Business/Company/Association
Advisory Board Chair Professional capacity/skills/insights

0/75
Advisory Board Co-Chair Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Advisory Board Co-Chair Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Advisory Board Co-Chair Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Advisory Board Co-Chair Email
example@example.com
Advisory Board Co-Chair Business/Company/Association
Advisory Board Co-Chair Professional capacity/skills/insights

0/75
Advisory Board Secretary Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Advisory Board Secretary Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Advisory Board Secretary Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Advisory Board Secretary Email
example@example.com
Advisory Board Secretary Business/Company/Association
Advisory Board Secretary Professional capacity/skills/insights

0/75
Advisory Board Treasurer Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Advisory Board Treasurer Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Advisory Board Treasurer Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Advisory Board Treasurer Email
example@example.com
Advisory Board Treasurer Business/Company/Association
Advisory Board Treasurer Professional capacity/skills/insights

0/75
Advisory Board Member Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Advisory Board Member Position Held on Advisory Board
Advisory Board Member Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Advisory Board Member Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Advisory Board Member Email
example@example.com
Advisory Board Member Business/Company/Association
Advisory Board Member Professional capacity/skills/insights

0/100
School or site information:

List all school districts and community organizations within your agency’s localities where you plan to deliver the Project Discovery program If you need additional space, upload a word document using the same format shown below to the “Additional Supporting Documents” section
School District or Site Name
Do not list individual school names, list the school district
School District or Site Name Information
Projected # of Students per Grade Level
School District or Site Name
Do not list individual school names, list the school district
School District or Site Name Information
Projected # of Students per Grade Level
School District or Site Name
Do not list individual school names, list the school district
School District or Site Name Information
Projected # of Students per Grade Level
School District or Site Name
Do not list individual school names, list the school district
School District or Site Name Information
Projected # of Students per Grade Level
Enrollment and Program Services

Complete the following information
Total number of students projected to served
What will be the total number of students enrolled?
Average weekly program hours
How many hours will your program operate each week
Which grade level will you serve?
Program operates on-site or off-site
Recruitment process: Describe the recruitment plan timeline for each school and site partner, detailing how both *re-enrollments and new enrollments are handled. Specify who is responsible for tracking progress and outline the interventions that will be put in place.

Definition of Re-enrollments: students enrolled in FY25-26. 0/500
Enrollment process: Describe the systems and strategies your agency will use to ensure students are enrolled in the program. Include how enrollment will be tracked, who is responsible for monitoring progress, and what interventions will be implemented.

Definition of enrollment: A student is officially enrolled after completing the Project Discovery application, pre-questionnaire, attending the Project Discovery Orientation and signing the orientation form. Thereafter, the student must be entered into the Empowor system.0/500
Program Outcomes: Describe the systems and strategies your agency will use to ensure students complete the program successfully. Include how Touch points will be scheduled, how participation will be tracked, who is responsible for monitoring progress, and what interventions will be implemented.

Definition of Successful Completion: To successfully complete the Project discovery curriculum, students must complete 24 Touch Point Activities within the school year, one college tour and a Post survey.0/500
Follow-Up, Data Collection, In-kind, Budget, and Narrative
Data Collection Methods: Describe the systems and strategies your agency will use to ensure all 1) student enrollment and services 2) quarterly in-kind is entered into EmpowOR? Include how EmpowOR will be tracked and who is responsible for monitoring data collection?

Data Collection – enrollments and program services are verified in the data system Empowor. This is the only data system allowed for Project Discovery services. 0/500
Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Proposed; Please provide a detailed narrative explaining how your agency will continue to meet the needs of Project Discovery students and families during periods of disruption.

COOP should include but is not limited to: (1) changes in payment structure (e.g., quarterly vs. monthly funding), (2) loss or transition of key staff such as a Program Coordinator, and (3) school or community emergencies that limit access to students. Describe the strategies, contingency plans, and internal processes you will use to ensure continuity of services and program outcomes under these conditions0/500
Print and Complete the chart below for each budget category expenditure. Upload completed form in the budget narrative section.
Budget Narrative: Attach a 1-page word document describing each budget category expenditure.

Upload budget chart and budget 1-page narrative in this section.
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Proof of Insurance

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Community Needs Assessment

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Community Action Plan

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MOUs (Memorandum of Understanding) from partners

Definition and Purpose A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is a formal agreement between parties that expresses a shared understanding and intended course of action without necessarily creating a legally binding contract. Ensure all MOUs are on school or organization letterhead and signed by an authorized representative.
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Inventory List

The inventory list is for agencies that participated in the project discovery program during fiscal year 25-26, covering items priced at $200 and above
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Additional Supporting Documents

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Signatures and Attestations
Executive Director Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Executive Director Signature
Executive Director Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Should be Empty:

FY26-27 Project Discovery Program Application

Organization Information

Advisory Board Member Details

School or site information:

Enrollment and Program Services

Follow-Up, Data Collection, In-kind, Budget, and Narrative

Signatures and Attestations