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Completing the CBOT Foundation Grant Program application form is a crucial step for non-profit organizations seeking funding. This guide will walk you through the process, ensuring that you provide all necessary information in a clear and organized manner.

Follow the steps to complete your application effectively.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Fill in the general information section. Provide your organization name, tax identification number, and contact details, including the street address, city, state, zip code, contact person's name, their telephone number with direct extension, email address, and website address. Additionally, specify the geographic areas served and the amount of funding requested.
3. Compose the organization background. Write a brief mission statement and provide a history of your organization, emphasizing its objectives and past achievements.
4. Discuss visibility opportunities. Explain how your organization plans to acknowledge the support from the CBOT Foundation and promote visibility.
5. Prepare your grant narrative as an attachment, ensuring it is no more than three pages. Include information on your organization’s activities, intended use of funding, target populations served, implementation timeline, expected results, and evaluation criteria.
6. Compile the required additional attachments, ensuring that you include: a copy of your IRS tax-exempt 501(c)(3) letter, a list of your Board of Directors and their affiliations, a recent IRS Form 990 or equivalent financial report, a completed W-9 form, your organization's annual report (if available), a list of major funding sources, and an explanation of any funding deficits or changes.
7. Review your application for completeness and correctness. Ensure all sections are filled out accurately and all attachments are included.
8. Once you are satisfied with your application, save the changes and choose the option to download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Start your application process today by completing the CBOT Foundation Grant Program form online.