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This process overview outlines steps for applying for implementation projects to enhance Child Welfare systems' capacity and performance. Projects focus on systemic change to improve outcomes. Eligible applicants include CW agencies in Regions V & VII and Tribal consortia receiving Title IV-B funds. The application process involves submitting a concept paper, internal screening, teleconference, feedback, formal application, review, and award. Projects must address key dimensions such as issue significance, stakeholder commitment, sustainability, and outcome evaluation feasibility. A review panel evaluates applications with input from MCWIC, its Advisory Board, and the T/TA Network, leading to final selections by the Children's Bureau. Applicants not chosen can re-apply in subsequent rounds with support from MCWIC and assistance from CB and the T/TA Network. For inquiries, please contact us.
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Request for Application Process A Brief Overview Implementation Projects
Request for Application Process Eligibility • CW agencies in Regions V & VII • Tribal consortia within those Regions • Currently receiving Title IV-B funds
Request for Application Process Application Process Steps: 1) Two-Page Concept Paper 2) Internal Screening Assessment 3) Teleconference Regarding Concept Paper 4) Written Feedback 5) Formal Application 6) Review of Formal Applications 7) Award of Implementation Projects
Request for Application Process PURPOSE OF PROJECTS sustainable systems change build capacity of CW system improve performance positive change
Request for Application Process Important dimensions of projects significance of issues need for MCWIC resources systemic focus likelihood of improved outcomes
Request for Application Process Important dimensions of projects builds capacity consistency with other efforts commitment of stakeholders
Request for Application Process Important dimensions of projects plan for sustainability feasibility of outcome evaluation
Request for Application Process • review panel with representatives of • MCWIC • MCWIC’s Advisory Board • T/TA Network • Children’s Bureau Application Review Process
Request for Application Process • MCWIC makes recommendation • will not vote on final recommendation • review by Advisory Board per RFA • Children’s Bureau makes final selection Application Review Process
Request for Application Process Applications not selected • may re-apply in a subsequent round • MCWIC assistance in drafting • CB & T/TA Network assistance
Request for Application Process Questions?