Get Instructions For The Sf 424

Completing the SF 424 form online is a crucial step for applicants seeking Federal assistance. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of the instructions, providing user-friendly steps to help you navigate each section effectively.

Follow the steps to fill out the SF 424 form seamlessly.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the document and open it in the designated editor.
2. For item 1, this section is self-explanatory; provide any necessary details if applicable.
3. In item 2, enter the date the application was submitted to the Federal agency, along with the applicant's control number, if applicable.
4. Item 3 is for State use only; complete if instructed.
5. If you are continuing or revising an existing award (item 4), input the current Federal identifier number; leave it blank for new projects.
6. In item 5, provide the legal name of the applicant, the name of the primary organizational unit undertaking the assistance, complete address, and contact information for inquiries regarding this application.
7. Item 6 requires entry of the Employer Identification Number (EIN) as assigned by the Internal Revenue Service.
8. For item 7, enter the appropriate letter as specified in the form.
9. Check the appropriate box in item 8 and input the relevant letters in the provided spaces. Clearly state if the request is for 'New,' 'Continuation,' or 'Revision' assistance.
10. In item 9, specify the name of the Federal agency from which assistance is being requested.
11. Use item 10 to indicate the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance number and title of the required program.
12. For item 11, provide a brief title of the project. If there are multiple programs, append an explanation on a separate sheet.
13. In item 12, list only the largest political entities affected by the project, such as State, counties, or cities.
14. Continue with item 13, which is self-explanatory, followed by item 14, where you should list the applicant's Congressional District and any affected districts.
15. For item 15, indicate the amount requested or contributed for the first funding period, including in-kind contributions as necessary.
16. In item 16, consult with the State Single Point of Contact to see if the application is subject to State intergovernmental review.
17. In item 17, provide information regarding any debt categories for the applicant organization, excluding the signer.
18. Finally, item 18 requires the signature of the authorized representative of the applicant, along with a copy of the governing body's authorization to sign the application.
19. After filling out all sections, you can save changes, download the form, print it, or share it as necessary.

Complete your SF 424 form online today to ensure your application for Federal assistance is submitted accurately.