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District Simplified Grants

 

Applications for Rotary Clubs in D9830 for DISTRICT SIMPLIFIED GRANT (DSG) for local and International humanitarian projects that benefit the community and/or improve the lives of the economically disadvantaged are now open. 

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM (.doc format)

Applications are subject to DSG Terms and Conditions and should be forwarded to the District Grants Committee Chair, Lew Pretorius before the deadline of 30th September 2010.

Based on the Foundation’s figures, DISTRICT 9830 is entitled to approximately $ Aud 12,500 for use on District Simplified Grants in the 2010-2011 Rotary year. This amount will be shared by the successful clubs.

District Simplified Grants require the direct involvement of Rotarians by:-

-    Assessment of community needs.

  • Development of a project plan.
  • Establishment of a committee of at least three Rotarians to oversee and report every 3 mths on the expenditure of funds until the project is completed. This is a strict requirement that must be adhered to.
  • Oversight of grant funds.
  • Provision of evidence of community involvement and ownership.
  • Organization of meetings with local service providers, local officials and/or recipients.
  • Promotion of projects in the local media.

Grant funds cannot be used:-

  • For the purchase of land and buildings.
  • For the renovation of structures.
  • For salaries, stipends or honorariums for an individual working for a cooperating organization.
  • To support the operating or operating expenses of any organization.
  • For post-secondary education activities, research, or personal or professional development.
  • For international travel.

There are many needs in your own communities you are aware of or your club may care to join other clubs in our District to support an overseas project.  Some examples could be :-

  • Eye Clinic in Nepal – Water Wells in Tanzania.
  • The District sub-committee is investigating programs in neighbouring countries which you may wish to assist - we will keep you informed if you require further information.

Examples of Club utilization of simplified grant funds in D9830 previously have been :-

  • West Tamar – cover for barbecues at Beauty Point.
  • Launceston – Tools for workshops at the Manor retirement village.
  • Longford – Tools for workshop at Eskleigh home.
  • Central Launceston – Benches for beautification and community use at the Launceston waterfront.

DEADLINE for your application lodgement is:-   30th SEPTEMBER 2010.

Successful clubs will be notified by 15th October 2010.

To facilitate your application you must::-

  • DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM (.doc format)

    COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION.

  • COMPLETE THE CHECKLIST PAGE 4  OF THE APPLICATION FORM

  •  ATTACH A CLUB BANK STATEMENT SHOWING RECEIPT AND DISPERSAL OF THE SIMPLIFIED GRANT FUNDS RECEIVED FROM THE DISTRICT.

In line with all Rotary Foundation funds terms and conditions, the funds cannot be used to directly benefit a Rotarian; or a spouse, lineal descendant/partner descendants (by blood or legally adopted child).

In addition to the three Rotarians who are required to oversee your club project, the District is required to have a further three district officers to assist, namely, DG Ted Richey, Kevin Shadbolt  (Foundation Chair), and Lew Pretorius (Grants Chair) . All members of both committees must serve for the entire length of the project, even if it extends into future Rotary years.

Don’t hesitate to contact District Grants Chairman Lew Pretorius 0438 131 669 to assist you should you require advice as to eligibility and how to complete an application if needed.
 LEW PRETORIUS.
DISTRICT 9830 GRANTS CHAIR
16 July 2010

 

For more detailed information on the Criteria and conditions for District Simplified Grants -
 http://www.rotary.org/RIdocuments/en_pdf/dsg_terms_en.pdf

A District 9830 application form available here (.doc format)