1. Online Applications

2. 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 emails and attachments Give you a copy of your application to keep

3. 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

4. Getting Started Check the open funds and their timelines Check the CRITERIA Contact us if in doubt that you are eligible Go to www.communityfoundation.iewww.communityfoundation.ie

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

6. Download and read the CRITERIA

7. 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

8. 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 email address in box provided Check your inbox (and junk). Click on the link in the email provided Keep this link to access your application later Always use the Reference Number included

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

10. Section 1 - Organisation

11. Section 1- Organisation cont.d

12. Section 2 – Applicant Details

13. Section 3- Organisation Bank Details

14. Section 4- Project Details and Budget

15. Section 4 – Project Details and Budget

16. Section 4- Project Details and Budget

17. Supporting Documents, Declaration & Submit

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

19. More information info@foundation.ie 01 8747354 T: @CommunityFound F: facebook.com/communityfoundationireland