NCJ Number
189350
Date Published
March 2001
Length
50 pages
Annotation
This guide details the various types of funding that are available for underage-drinking prevention programs in communities, with attention to how a program can progress toward self-sufficiency as funding time limits from outside entities expire.
Abstract
Knowing an organization's needs, strengths, and limitations is the key to success for any fund-raising campaign. If a coalition or organization cannot make a compelling case for why a government agency, foundation, or company should support the program, then it may be necessary to reconsider the group's mission statement, goals, and objectives. Self-sufficiency means an organization becomes less reliant on sources of government funding, which may be available for a limited time. Self-sufficiency is an indicator of community support, as well as the longevity and stability of a program. Various types of start-up or "seed" funding include government grants, private-sector funding, in-kind contributions, and funding that can be obtained from earmarked funds, such as fees, fines, assessments, and dedicated taxes. Some of these funding sources may provide ongoing funding that leads to self-sufficiency. From the outset, program plans should structure a self-sufficiency strategy that serves the needs and suits the goals and character of the individual organization. There is no magic to achieving self-sufficiency. Appended proposal-writing short course, proposal checklist, proposal checklist and evaluation form, earmarked public funds inventory form, pilot projects, and a 44-item annotated resource list