SMSF Grant
Evaluation

Evaluate each grant application by category utilizing a grading scale of 1 to 5 (1 ins the lowest, 5 is the highest) and the criteria below. Address all questions and then provide a score. (NOTE: Most proposals will likely fall into the “average” scoring range of “3”; please prepare to justify scores “5”.) SMSF Board Members will review their category and sum tital scores with the full Board. Final funding decisions will be determined via Board discussions.)

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How well does the proposal align with SMSF’s funding priorities?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Does the application demonstrate a clear and compelling need for the program?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Is the expected impact meaningful, measurable, and realistic?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Is the program designed well, with a logical plan for implementation?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Does the organization have the staff, experience, and systems to run the program successfully?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Is the budget reasonable, complete, and aligned with the program plan?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Will the program continue or remain viable after SMSF funding ends?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Are outcomes and metrics clearly defined and measurable?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Considering all information, what is your overall assessment of the proposal?
1 – Does not relate to SMSF focus areas23 – Adequate alignment45 – Strong alignment; highly relevant
Please justify any “5” scores or share additional context.
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