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Below are several areas in which prospective applicants have raised questions. If you have questions that are not addressed here, please contact the NCCN Program Manager, Nancy Jambor, MA:
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; 503/943-8772.
BEST PRACTICES
Q: What are “best practices”?
A: A best practice is a technique or methodology that, through experience and research, has been proven to reliably lead to a desired result. [Whatis.com]
To fulfill the funding objectives of the Nurturing Cultural Competence in Nursing mini-granting program, applicants will identify best practices that will inform goals, objectives, and strategies to develop, implement, and/or integrate knowledge and skills for cultural competence for the field of nursing.
Q: Where do I find them?
A: There are several ways to search for materials most closely related to your project. Here are some leads:
CULTURAL COMPETENCE DEFINITION
Q: What is “cultural competence”?
A: For the purpose of this program, cultural competence is defined as
the lifelong process of examining values and beliefs and developing an inclusive approach to practice with active intercultural engagement.
This definition reflects a broad description of culture that includes but is not limited to age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and physical or mental abilities.
CULTURAL COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT
Q: What do we do about the pre- and post-assessment for cultural competence?
A: A requirement of the project proposal is to describe how your organization, agency, or program will conduct a self-assessment of current cultural competence, both before your begin your project, and at the end of your project. This provides information as part of the evaluation process for your individual project, and the NCCN program as a whole. Resources for self-assessment are available at these websites, among other places:
CHOOSING A PROJECT
Q: I can’t find a project to replicate. What do I do?
A: The NCCN mini-granting program encourages applicants to propose demonstration pilots, which are special projects that test ideas to make improvements in a specific area, such as cultural competence in nursing!
This does not require replication of a previous project or program.
To design a demonstration pilot, gather ideas from colleagues, community partners or others, AND review best practices literature (see section above) to “ground” your ideas in research that is related to your specific project goals.
TIMELINES
Q: When is the proposal due?
A: Postmarked December 22nd, 2008 for the first year awards.
Q: What is the date for project start up?
A: Awards will be announced January 30th, 2009 for the first year projects. All grantees will be notified, by phone and by mail.
Start dates are “immediate” (2/1/09) unless specified differently in the proposal. Indicate any reasons for not being able to begin right away following notification.
PERSONNEL
Q: Whose bios need to be included in the proposal documents?
A: The mini-grants must come from practicing nurses, nurse faculty or student nurses. Include bios for nursing staff who will direct or be involved in the project.
Q: Can the project be led by someone who is not a nurse?
A: It is expected that nurses, from all sectors of care, will both lead and be the focus group for the projects. Indicate in your proposal how the project will be led and implemented in a way that is centrally inclusive of nurses.
BUDGET
Q: How much money can the project request?
A: Grant awards will typically range from $1,000 to $10,000.
If more than one organization partners on a proposal, additional funds can be requested.
The budget should reflect an accurate depiction of necessary human and physical resources to carry out the work proposed in the application.
The total budget will include all costs related to the project.
Q: Is there a specific budget form to use?
A: No. Develop your project budget in a standard manner. The mini-grant application process is simplified. This applies to the budget format as well.
Be sure that your project budget aligns with your project’s goals and strategies. It should reflect any and all resources needed to carry it out successfully.
Q: What is the allowable indirect cost?
A: 5%
Q: What are allowable expenses in the budget?
A: Each project budget will be reviewed carefully to determine the fit between project activities and products, and identified expenditures.
Items which would typically not be allowable expenses include incentives, licensing fees, payment for “volunteer” time, or items that are not directly connected to the activities of the mini-grant project.
Q: Do grantees pay their own expenses to attend the two required regional summits during the grant year?
A: No, the grantor (OCN and OCF) will cover expenses for attendance at these events.
ELIGIBILITY TO APPLY
Q: Does our program need to have 501(c)3 status to apply?
A: No, public, private, non-profit and other organizations are encouraged to submit proposals.
The mini-granting program is designed to serve nurses, in all sectors of the field. Proposals are sought from every sector.
PARTNERSHIPS
Q: Can multiple proposals be submitted by an organization?
A: Yes, if the organization finds that desirable. Each proposal will be reviewed on its own.
Some agencies are partnering with a variety of community organizations in different ways, and submitting separate applications for distinct projects.
Q: If an organization works closely with nurses, can they apply?
A: Yes, if nurses are the focus of the proposal and will be included in the activities.
Q: If two organizations collaborate on a proposal, do they submit one application or two?
A: Submit one joint application. Make the partnership clear.
Consider designating one organization as the “lead” with responsibility for budget oversight, reporting, and accountability for project completion.
If the two organizations are co-grantees, the “lead” may be pro forma.
WRITING A PROPOSAL
Q: Where can I find some help completing my proposal?
A: There are several sources on the internet that provide guidance in the form of templates for responding to an RFP. You can also find help by attending locally sponsored grant writing workshops. The local library reference desk may also be able to direct you to resources.
For more information please contact:
Nancy Jambor, MA
NCCN Program Manager
Oregon Center for Nursing
503-943-8772
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The Nursing Student Admissions Database (NSAD) Pilot Project is one component of the Oregon Center for Nursing's Nursing Workforce Diversity Initiative. The aim of the NSAD Pilot Project is to begin annually collecting reliable data that describes the true number and select demographic characteristics of applicants applying to Oregon's 21 ADN programs and BSN schools in order to accurately track and report admissions and enrollment trends.
Nurturing Cultural Competence in Nursing is a two-year small-grants project developed by the Oregon Center for Nursing and a local Nursing Workforce Diversity Task Force, a collaborative volunteer group comprising representatives of nursing schools and healthcare organizations in Oregon and southwest Washington. Grants will be awarded to help practicing nurses, nursing faculty and nursing students develop demonstration projects aimed at building cultural competency in the field. The growing diversity of the local population has created a pressing need for a more diverse and culturally competent nursing workforce.
