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2008 Application Guidelines

|Overview | Availability of Funds | Duration |
| Lead Group | Proposal Format |
| Reporting Requirements | Preparation |
| Application Deadlines | Application Receipt Point |
|Contact Information|

Overview:

The University of Wisconsin Center for Agricultural Safety and Health announces the availability of $19,400 to award grants for sponsoring farm safety and health education, training or informational programs. Grants will be awarded for amounts up to $500.00 per county with groups securing or providing equal matching funds. Proposals are due by February 1, 2008. Applicatoins postmarked after the due date will not be considered for funding unless funds are still available.

These grants will help county consortia sponsor programs focusing on farm safety and health prevention efforts. Priority will continue for tractor and machinery certification programs in response to state training requirements for youth operating farm equipment on public roads will continue. Funds may also be used for programs such as:

In reviewing the grants for selection, an important criterion is the use of funds towards the development of a sustainable farm safety education effort. These funds may not be used for food or T-shirts. Use of the funds for just consumable items at a one time program will not be favorably reviewed.

The programs are to be developed in consultation with county extension personnel, agricultural education instructors, public health personnel, or other persons with expertise or interest in farm safety topics.

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Availability of Funds:

Each county may receive grants totaling not more than $500 per year.

County consortia are to secure or provide equal matching funds (dollar for dollar match) from private or public sources. Wisconsin Act 455 does provide authorization to county boards for providing matching funds for county dollars.

In-kind matches such as printing, telephone charges, or provided materials can total no more than 50% of the matching funds. Staff time/salaries cannot be used for matching funds.

Multiple-county grant applications will be accepted. Counties may combine to acquire resources, such as displays or equipment that would not be feasible to purchase or develop on an individual county basis. Multiple-county applications must identify one lead group for administration of funds and reporting.

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Duration:

The grants will be awarded in February 2008. Activities and final reports must be completed by December 31, 2008.

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Lead Group:

County consortia are requested to identify a lead group. The lead group will be responsible for administering the grant, completing the final report and receiving the payment of funds.

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Proposal Format:

In order for a proposal to be accepted for review, it must include the following items:

1. Cover Page with original signature (form provided)
2. Statement of Needs
3. Objective of Program
4. Major Activities (Procedures)
5. Timeline including starting and completion date
6. Key Organizations, Representatives and Responsibilities

7. Evaluation:
How will you evaluate to show your objectives were met and the impact on participants: (We are available to assist you with some options for evaluating your program.)

8. Explanation of budget and matching funds - be specific on use of in-kind matches.

9. Budget Form (form provided)
The matching funds are to be a dollar for dollar match for the grant amount requested. If the grant amount requested is $500, then the total of the program matching funds and in-kind matching needs to equal $500. Program matching funds are actual dollars from collaborating organizations, participant fees, county boards or sponsorships, etc. In-kind matching are contributed services or materials with an attached dollar value. This includes items like printing, telephone charges, or use of tractors or equipment.

 

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Reporting Requirements:

A final report is required. This report will include evaluation results and will be due by December 31, 2008. Counties previously receiving grants must have final reports in for each year that a grant was awarded before receiving 2008 funding.

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Preparation:

Submit two single-sided copies. Print should be no smaller than 12-point type. Binders, tabs and special covers should be omitted.

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Application Deadlines:

Proposals are due by February 1, 2008. Applications postmarked after the due date will not be considered for funding, unless funds are still available.

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Application Receipt Point:

Mail two signed copies to:
UW Center for Agricultural Safety and Health
Attn: Hallie Kirschner
460 Henry Mall
Madison, WI 53706

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Contact Information:

Cheryl A. Skjolaas, Interim Director
UW Center for Agricultural Safety and Health
460 Henry Mall
Madison, WI 53706
Phone: 608-265-0568
Fax: 608-262-1228
E-mail: skjolaas@wisc.edu
http://bse.wisc.edu/wiscash

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