PHR Community Impact Grant

Park Heights Community Impact Grant Application

Deadline: The Park Heights Community Impact Grant Application operates on a rolling basis with no specific deadline. Submissions are reviewed as they are received, and applicants will be notified of funding decisions upon approval and availability of funds.
Park Heights Renaissance, Inc. (PHR)

Park Heights Renaissance (PHR) is dedicated to creating strong partnerships and leveraging resources to implement the Park Heights Master Plan. PHR aims to enhance and sustain a thriving and inclusive community by using a holistic approach to community development.

The Community Impact Grant

The Community Impact Grant program supports cross-sector collaborations to drive place-based investments and strategies that enhance sustainable economic mobility in the Park Heights community.

Funded Partners focus on programs and projects aligned with the Park Heights Master Plan, emphasizing outcomes that address priority community needs. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year, providing flexibility to respond to emerging opportunities and challenges.

Funding decisions are made through an application review process led by the PHR Grants Committee, with final selections determined by a Leadership Team. The total number of grants awarded depends on the available funding.

What Does the Community Impact Grant Fund?

The Community Impact Grant prioritizes funding for initiatives that address the following areas:
- Cradle to Career Education (Early Childcare, Education, Out of School Time)
- Healthy Families (Healthcare, Seniors, Infant Mortality, Mental Health, Food Insecurity)
- Economically Secure Families (Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, Wealth Building, Housing)
- Safe and Thriving Communities (Violence Reduction, Seniors, Recreation, Transportation, Community Support Services, Commercial Development)
Grant recipients are required to submit monthly and final reports on the requested data and the impact of their funded project or program.

Eligibility Requirements

Eligible applicants include:
- Nonprofit Organizations
- For-profit organizations (LLC, Sole Proprietor, S Corp, C Corp)
- Community Leaders
- Faith-Based Organizations
- Community-Based Organizations
- Health Institutions
- Employers
- Public Service Organizations
- Social Justice Organizations
- Entrepreneurial Organizations
Applicants must serve the area covered by the Park Heights Master Plan to be eligible for funding. To view the Park Heights Master Plan, copy/paste the URL below.

https://planning.baltimorecity.gov/sites/default/files/091807%20Park%20Heights%20Master%20Plan%20Sept%2008.pdf

If you have questions about eligibility or the grant process, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at granthelp@phrmd.org or jrobinson@phrmd.org.

Please review all of the application questions below and the documents that need to be uploaded.

If you require technical assistance with this online application or have any questions, please get in touch with us at granthelp@phrmd.org or jrobinson@phrmd.org.

Documents you will need to upload with your submission include the following:
- IRS determination letter (for applicants that are incorporated nonprofit organizations)
- Most recent IRS Form 990 (for incorporated nonprofit organizations) or Most Recent Tax Return
- Audited Financial Statements (for incorporated nonprofit organizations that are independently audited)
- Certificate of Good Standing from the State of Maryland (dated within the last 30 days of application submission). Visit Maryland Business Express and search for your entity. https://egov.maryland.gov/businessexpress/entitysearch
- Fiscal sponsors (for unincorporated entities) are not required
Does your program/project fall under a PHR Priority Area? (select all that apply)*

Cradle to Career Education (Early Childcare, Education, Out of School Time)Healthy Families (Healthcare, Seniors, Infant Mortality, Mental Health, Food Insecurity)Economically Secure Families (Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship, Wealth Building, Housing)Safe and Thriving Communities (Violence Reduction, Seniors, Recreation, Transportation, Community Support Services, Commercial Development)
PHR Priority Areas Descriptions
- Cradle to Career Education- Unlocking children’s potential through early care and education from birth until working in a career, including ensuring smooth transitions to and through kindergarten, middle school, and high school graduation with a pathway to college and/or career.
- Healthy Families- Ensuring community members and families have access to high-quality, comprehensive healthcare to decrease infant mortality, increase life expectancy, and improve behavioral health, including mental health.
- Economically Secure Families- Ensuring higher employment and entrepreneurship resulting in livable and family-sustaining wages and stable, thriving households where families can provide for necessities, weather hard times, and build wealth.
- Safe and Thriving Communities- Creating communities where residents feel safe and where the built environment supports their ability to thrive, including high-quality, affordable housing, a thriving commercial core, and access to recreational spaces, nutritious food, and transportation.
This funding request will
1. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION
Name of the Organization:*
Legal Name
Type of Partner Organization: (select all that apply)*

NonprofitFor Profit (LLC, Sole Proprietor, S Corp, C Corp)Community LeaderFaith-BasedCommunity-BasedCommunity Development CorporationHealth InstitutionEmployerPublic ServiceSocial JusticeEntrepreneurialOther
Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Website:
The Authorized Official must possess the authority to enter into a legal agreement on behalf of the entity and bind it to the award terms and conditions. The Authorized Official on the submitted application is the head of the entity receiving the grant.
Authorized Official:*
E-mail:*
Title:*
Alternate E-mail:
Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number
Alternate/Cell Phone Number:

Area CodePhone Number
The Program/Project Director will oversee and administrate the project on behalf of the applicant organization. The Program/Project Director is a primary contact for the grant who will receive communications from PHR and will be responsible for disseminating information to others within the Applicant organization as needed.
Program/Project Director:*
E-mail:*
example@example.com
Title:*
Alternate E-mail:
example@example.com
Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number
Alternate/Cell Phone Number:

Area CodePhone Number
Year Founded:*
Number of Years in Operation:*
Mission Statement:*

0/500
Which demographics do you serve? (select all that apply)*

African AmericanHispanicCaribbean AmericanMulti-Lingual ResidentsLow incomeUnder 1818 to 6465 and overBirth to 3 yearsNursery School, PreschoolKindergartenRentersHomeownersUndocumented ImmigrantsSingle Parent HouseholdsLGBTQ+Military (Veterans and Active Duty)Disabled citizensYouth Aging Out of Foster CareUnemployed residentsReturning citizensSmall Business OwnersOther
Does your organization have evidence of nonprofit status? (i.e. 501(c)(3) status IRS Determination Letter)
Does your organization have evidence of Good Standing with the State of Maryland? (i.e. Certificate of Good Standing dated within the last 30 days):
Is your organization exempt from filing Form 990 and/or has it been in existence for three years or less?
2. PROJECT/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Is the funding request for a Program or a Project?:*

ProgramProject
Program/Project Title:*
Program/Project Identifier (if previously provided by PHR):*
Program/Project Description: Provide a summary of the proposed program/project activities or strategies that are being considered to support the Park Heights community.

Include the following:
- A summary of the program/project
- Issues, challenge, and/or community need addressed
- Location of the program/project implementation
- Your readiness and capability to execute the program/project
- Why PHR should fund the program/project
- How the project will be implemented
- How the project benefits the community
Program/Project Description:*

0/750
Program/Project Vision: Define the purpose or vision of the cross-sector partnership with PHR as it relates to place-based work conducted in Park Heights.

Include the following:
- Detail the roles and responsibilities of the partnering organization
- Describe the partnership priorities and community engagement activities
Program Vision:*

0/750
What experience do you have managing projects with a similar scope and complexity to the one you propose?*

0/750
Provide examples of past projects that highlight your ability to successfully create and implement a detailed project plan?*

0/750
How do you adapt your approach to ensure it aligns with the unique goals and objectives of the overall project?*

0/750
Data Metrics and Measurable Outcomes: List the expected specific and measurable outcome indicators of the program/project. Outcome indicators show what has increased/decreased/improved, by how much, and for whom. Outcome indicators are often longer-term, and it may take time to see results. Examples include increased high school graduation rates, decreased infant mortality, increased household income, reductions in crime, # of residents served, # of employment training sessions, # of employment outcomes, # of improved health outcomes, etc. (List 3-5 expected outcomes for your program/project).
Data Metrics and Measurable Outcomes:*

0/750
Impact Statement and Progress Metrics: Describe in detail how this program/project has an impact on the Park Heights community and the progress measures. Progress measures are often more immediate and can be tracked throughout the duration of a project. They can also help identify when to look for problems and consider tactical pivots during implementation. Examples of progress measures include increased access to after-school programs, increased reported consumption of nutritious food, increased enrollments in job training, and increased availability of affordable housing.
Impact Statement and Progress Metrics:*

0/750
Partnership Collaboration: Describe how this project will strengthen existing programming, build or start a new partnership, foster collaboration among community leaders or organizations, or increase existing program outcomes in the Park Heights community. List the partners that will be included in implementing your project.
Partnership Collaboration:*

0/750
How does your program/project align with the goals outlined in the Park Heights Master Plan? *

0/750
3. PROJECT/PROGRAM TIMELINE AND MILESTONES

To the best of your ability, and as applicable, provide a timeline of key program/project activities (include 1-5 activities):*

	START DATE	END DATE	MILESTONE
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4. BUDGET NARRATIVE
Fiscal Year End:*
Annual Revenue:*
Annual Expenses:*
Number of Employees:*
Funding Request Amount:*
What are the requested funds for (select all that apply)? Review the list of unallowable costs for Community Impact Grants. Please note capital costs are unallowable.*

OperatingProgram

Please list the estimated program/project costs for one fiscal year below and include the amount of funding requested for each line item. The total equals the Funding Request Amount.*

	DESCRIPTION	ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST	REQUESTED FUNDING AMOUNT
Rent or Leasing:
Utilities:
Telecommunications:
Insurance:
Salaries -List Position (s):
Legal:
Accounting Services:
Professional Services:
Consultant Services:
Supplies:
Administrative Fees:
Equipment:
Other Program Expenses:
Other:
Other:
Other:
Other:
Other:
TOTAL

List the sources and funding amounts secured for the related program/project. Please include funding received from PHR. *

	FUNDING SOURCE	AMOUNT	DATE RECEIVED	ANTICIPATED DATE TO RECEIVE FUNDS
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List previous PHR Grants. *

	YEAR	GRANT AMOUNT	PROJECT
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How does this funding help you leverage/braid other funds?*

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5. DOCUMENT UPLOAD

Upload all applicable documents listed below. Click on the "Browse..." button to select a file from your computer. You can upload any common file format (PDF, .doc, .docx., .xls, .xlsx, etc.)
IRS Determination Letter (for incorporated nonprofit organizations - 501(c)(3) status):

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Certificate of Good Standing with the State of Maryland? (Dated within the last 30 days):*

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Most recent IRS Form 990 (for incorporated nonprofit organizations) or Most Recent Tax Return. Please upload the organization’s most recent Form 990or Form 990-EZ submitted to the Internal Revenue Service. If your organization does not file Form 990 or a tax return, please instead attach a document explaining why. *

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Audited financial statements (for incorporated nonprofit organizations that are independently audited). Upload the organization’s most recent Independent Audit, including the Auditor-Issued Management Letter (if available). It is best practice to have an independent audit completed within six months of the close of the fiscal year. If you do not have a recent audit, please instead attach a document explaining why.*

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6. TECHNICAL SUPPORT/ASSISTANCE

We highly recommend scheduling a technical support/assistance session BEFORE OR AFTER application submission.
Do you require technical support/assistance for your Community Impact Grant submission?
If YES, please propose an appointment date at least 48 hours from today. Our team will follow up with a confirmation or alternate appointment times using Microsoft Bookings.
What areas of capacity building or technical assistance expertise does your organization require? (select all that apply)

Operations-Partnership expectations, reporting and roleOrganizational Internal governance structuresOffice space and build outBonding, Legal, Insurance and ComplianceNon-profit statusNeeds and risk assessmentDevelopment-Grant application/proposal writingMarketing PlansStrategic PlanningProgramming-Program/project impact areasLocating and implementing evidence-based programsData sharing and analysis for planning and progress monitoringMeasuring or understanding program impactCommunity engagementFinance-Taxes and ReportingBudget development and predicting project costsIdentifying and blending leveraged funds (Federal, state, local and private)/Braiding fundsOther
What is your preferred format for applicant training and technical assistance support? (select all that apply)

On-demand, self-paced learning videosToolkits and reading resourcesLive webinars with recordings and slide decks available after the event1:1 and small group coaching sessionsLearning cohort with peersOther
7. DISCLOSURES
PHR will require a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), W-9, and ACH Form for partnering organizations. Funded Partnerships will include reporting and data-sharing requirements.

Please check the boxes and submit the application to confirm your agreement.
By submitting this application, I certify the following:*

I affirm that all statements contained in this application are accurate, complete, and truthful to the best of my knowledge.I understand and agree that the prospective recipient must provide immediate written notice to Park Heights Renaissance (PHR) if it becomes aware that any part of this application was erroneous at the time of submission or has become erroneous due to changed circumstances.I acknowledge that by submitting this application, I provide the necessary assurances and agree to comply with all terms and conditions associated with accepting a Community Impact Grant, should an award be granted.
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Park Heights Community Impact Grant Application

1. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

2. PROJECT/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

3. PROJECT/PROGRAM TIMELINE AND MILESTONES

4. BUDGET NARRATIVE

5. DOCUMENT UPLOAD

6. TECHNICAL SUPPORT/ASSISTANCE

7. DISCLOSURES