1. Establishing Micro-grant Programs

2. A micro-grants program is:
Small
One time only
A cash award
For short-term community groups
Very competitive

3. Micro-grants are used to:
Stimulate community action
Increase visibility
Broaden audience 3

4. Benefits of a micro-grants program:
Inspire creativity
Available to grass-root groups
Discourages large agencies
Buys products
Can bring in new partners
Builds support 4

5. When to establish micro-grants program:
Utilize program funds
Good ideas
Matching resources
Create closer ties 5

6. Establish micro-grants programs:
Establish purpose
Develop committee
Establish guidelines
Develop application form
Announce and publicize
Review applications
Award and announce
Monitor and evaluate 6