Online Applications

Allow you to part complete and return to finish your application Are quick and efficient Are more secure Provide instant acknowledgement and Ref No Reduce risk of lost s and attachments Give you a copy of your application to keep

Online Applications Currently open for Caring Communities Round 6: Ethnic Minorities and Mental Health and Stigma Will be open for Women’s Fund later in 2015 The following demo is generic and the specific questions in your category may vary slightly but the format will be the same

Getting Started Check the open funds and their timelines Check the CRITERIA Contact us if in doubt that you are eligible Go to

Navigate to the relevant page Select relevant fund e.g. Older Persons’ Fund

Download and read the CRITERIA

Download the User Guide User Guide Explains: How to navigate the form How to use the ‘Help text’ How to ‘Save As Draft’ How to Submit Field Types What to include in each section Supporting documentation Error Messages

Click to open the application form E.g. Older Persons’ Fund - Advocacy Read the instructions carefully Tick to confirm you understand Reporting Requirements Enter your address in box provided Check your inbox (and junk). Click on the link in the provided Keep this link to access your application later Always use the Reference Number included

Begin The menu on the right allows you to navigate between sections Hover over the i symbol for further explanation

Section 1 - Organisation

Section 1- Organisation cont.d

Section 2 – Applicant Details

Section 3- Organisation Bank Details

Section 4- Project Details and Budget

Section 4 – Project Details and Budget

Section 4- Project Details and Budget

Supporting Documents, Declaration & Submit

What’s next? You’ll receive copy of application Grants team also acknowledge receipt You are advised of timeframe for decision Internal assessment Panel assessment Successful or Declined

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