Section 1: Organizational Capacity (Weight: 20%)

Leadership Support: Our leadership actively supports and prioritizes grant-funded projects.

Staffing Levels: We have adequate staffing to manage pre-award and post-award activities.

Grant Management Policies: Our organization has comprehensive grant management policies in place.

Section 2: Financial Management (Weight: 25%)

Budgeting Practices: We have robust budgeting practices that align with grant requirements.

Internal Controls: We have strong internal controls to prevent and detect financial mismanagement.

Financial Reporting: Our financial reporting systems are accurate and timely.

Audit Readiness: We are prepared for audits and have processes in place to address audit findings.

Section 3: Compliance (Weight: 20%)

Regulatory Knowledge: Our team is knowledgeable about federal, state, and local grant regulations.

Allowability of Costs: We ensure that all costs charged to grants are allowable.

Time and Effort Reporting: Our time and effort reporting is accurate and compliant with regulations.

Section 4: Programmatic Management (Weight: 15%)

Project Planning: We have effective project planning processes that align with grant objectives.

Performance Tracking: We track and report on performance metrics as required by grantors.

Sustainability Planning: We have plans in place for sustaining projects after grant funding ends.

Section 5: Training and Development (Weight: 10%)

Staff Training: We provide continuous training programs for staff on grant management best practices.

Professional Development: We support ongoing professional development in grant-related areas.

Section 6: Technology and Systems (Weight: 10%)

Grant Management Software: We use grant management software to streamline processes.

Data Security: Our systems ensure the security and confidentiality of grant-related data.