Foundation Update

Winter 2012

the Rees-Jones Foundation
Has Updated the online application

It has been two years since the Foundation transitioned away from paper applications to receiving grant requests through an online application. The online application format has been a success, receiving positive feedback from those applying for grants, and enhancing the ability of Foundation staff to administer the grant process.

We are pleased to announce that the online application has been updated to be more user friendly both in terms of navigation as well as in the way the application questions are asked. The updated application is organized into five sections that logically progress in the way the questions are asked:

1. Organization Information
2. Contact Information
3. Organization Background
4. Grant Proposal Information
5. Attachments

Content wise, the updated application requires the same information that the previous application required. However, some redundancies have been eliminated and the questions have been asked in more precise terms. Our hope is that these changes will allow those applying for a grant to more successfully communicate the story of their organization and the work for which they are raising funds. If you would like to preview the updated application format and questions, please go to Application Questions.

Those who receive grants from the Foundation will notice another change. Reporting on approved grants by recipient organizations will now be done online. When grantees log in to access their account, they will notice a Requirements tab at the top of the page. Clicking this tab will bring up both interim and final reports that can be filled out on a form that looks and feels like the online application. We are excited and hopeful that online reporting is going to enhance the ability of both the Foundation and grantees to see the impact of their work.

These changes are part of a broader effort to enhance the communication and accessibility of the Foundation to grantees. Look for more website updates and enhancements to come in the near future.