Author: Lindsey Faussette
Last saved by: Steve Nelson
Company: Penn State University

Dear_______,

On behalf of (your name), we are excited to announce a grant program to support your outreach and promotion efforts surrounding the broadcast of Telling Amy’s Story.  This 60-minute documentary (in standard definition and HD) is available for broadcasting through NETA beginning June 1, 2010.

Grants of up to $____________ per organization are available to aid in planning public outreach activities that support a coordinated community discussion in response to the documentary.  Public screenings and discussions, call-in shows about local domestic violence issues, locally produced documentaries, or participation in existing community events would qualify.  Your activity must take place before (date).  We strongly suggest that you work with local partners to bolster the impact of your efforts.  For a list of potential partners and for further inspiration and guidance, an outreach toolkit is available at: telling.psu.edu.

Important dates:

(Date)		Request for Proposal (RFP) due

	(Date)		Grant Winners announced

	(Date)		Deadline for executing plans

	(Date)		Final Report due

If you wish to submit a proposal, please send the following information by email to: (contact).  Submissions are due by (Time, Date).

1.	A short description of your idea and timeline (2 paragraphs maximum).

2.	Local partners and, if possible, a statement of support from each.

3.	A brief budget outlining how you plan to use the grant money, including any funds that your organization will contribute. 

4.	A brief outline of how you plan to promote your idea.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions or ideas.

Best Regards,
(Your Name)
(Contact Information)