Grants
Apache Indigenous Defenders, Inc. (AID, Inc.) accepts applications for community based, community driven projects that benefit the Apache community. Grants for operating expenses, specific programs, and capital expenses are considered. AID, Inc. makes grants to qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, federally recognized Indian tribes, public schools, individuals and governmental agencies.
AID, Inc.’s priorities for the year as determined by the Board of Directors are:
- Youth and/or Seniors
- Prevention
- Culture
- Education
How to Apply for a Grant
with Apache Indigenous Defenders, Inc.
Letters of Inquiry
A letter of inquiry is required. If the objectives stated in the letter of inquiry fulfill the purposes of AID, Inc., the program staff will then contact selected organizations/individuals with an invitation to apply for funding by writing a full proposal. Letters of inquiry are accepted throughout the year and will be acknowledged in writing.
Letters of inquiry should include:
- The name used by the applicant organization.
- Contact Information that includes:
- Name
- Title within Organization
- Organization Name
- Street Address/City/State/Zip Code
- Phone #/Fax #
- E-mail address (if applicable)
- A concise statement of the purpose of the request, its significance and strengths, and the results sought (no more than two pages please).
- A budget for the project (including all other funding sources).
- A timeline for the implementation of the projects and for intended results.
Letters of Inquiry should be directed to:
Lorene Willis, President
Apache Indigenous Defenders, Inc.
P. O. Box 165
Dulce , New Mexico 87528 or
Email: aidinc@apachedefenders.com
If the proposed project falls within AID, Inc.’s priorities and available resources and the amount requested is in excess of $1000, applicants will be asked to develop a more detailed proposal. For amounts $1000 or less, applicants can use the application form.
Application Form as Word Document
Proposal Information
If your organization has been selected to submit a full proposal, a letter of invitation will be sent to your attention. AID, Inc. Board of Directors meetings are scheduled quarterly. Proposals are expected by the deadline date of two weeks prior to the meeting date.
Organization Information
- Organization Type - Specify if other than nonprofit organization
- Tax Status - Does the organization have 501(c)(3) status?
- Tax Identification Number - EIN or equivalent if known
- Year Established
- Staff Size/Volunteer Size
- Organization's Scope of Work - Organizational mission, focus, audience served and geographic area.
- Previous AID, Inc. Support? - Has your organization received previous support from AID, Inc.? If yes, please provide information: amount, year.
- How did you hear about AID, Inc.?
Details
- Project Name - Name or title of project.
- Purpose Statement - One sentence description of what will be accomplished as a result of the project.
- Amount Requested
- Total Project Budget
- Project Overview – A summary of the project.
- Project Objectives - Key factors or achievements necessary for success.
- Rationale - Why the project is important at this time.
- Project Activities - Activities that will be performed in order to accomplish the project objectives.
- Anticipated Outcomes - What will be different as the result of this project?
- Collaborating Organizations - Other organizations you are working with on the project and the role of each.
- Project Start Date
- Project End Date
- Other Funding Sources - List all other organizations contributing to the project, including in-kind support.
Additional Information - Relevant information may be included, i.e., key player resumes, letters of support.
AID, Inc. will give prompt consideration to all proposals. You may be invited to attend an AID, Inc. Board of Directors meeting at its next scheduled meeting to make a full presentation of your proposal and be available to answer questions.