ADSD FY2027 Competitive NOFO _ OMA.pdf

Nevada Department of Human Services

Aging and Disability Services Division

Office of Community Living

Notice of Funding Opportunity

Opening Minds through Art – Dementia Support

Funding Opportunity Number: ADSD-OMA2027-C

Applications Due: July 22, 2026

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Table of Contents

Funding Opportunity Description

Background

Current Challenges

Funding Description

Eligible Applicants

Applicant Assistance

Additional Resources

Award Information

Subrecipient Responsibilities

Subrecipient Training

Application and Submission Information

Division Contacts

Application Forms and Submission Information

Application Review Information

Application Screening

Review and Selection Process

Scoring Criteria

Anticipated Announcement Award Date

Form Instructions

Application Format

ADSD Subaward Application – PDF Document

Project Narrative

ADSD Subaward Budget Template – Excel File

ADSD Work Plan – Word Document

Application Checklist

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State of Nevada

Aging and Disability Services Division

Funding Opportunity Title: Nevada Care Connection – Dementia

Support, Opening Minds through Art

Funding Opportunity Number: ADSD-OMA2027-C

Project and Budget Period: August 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026

Due Date for Applications: Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Funding Opportunity Description The Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is soliciting applications from qualified organizations to implement Opening Minds through Art (OMA) as part of state efforts to increase evidence-based support of people living with dementia. This opportunity is funded by the Administration for Community Living’s Alzheimer’s Disease Program Initiative (ADPI) and supports Nevada’s ongoing efforts to improve quality of life and access to dementia-inclusive programming for individuals living with dementia and their care partners.

Background

Opening Minds through Art (OMA) is an evidence-based, intergenerational art program for people living with dementia. OMA is designed to promote creative self-expression and social engagement through artmaking in a failure-free environment. As part of Nevada’s capacity building efforts, integrating OMA offers an innovative approach to enriching social support for individuals in the early to mid-stages of dementia.

The OMA program allows organizations to build capacity to support people living with dementia, engage their community through volunteer opportunities, and promote dementia awareness through art exhibits. The program consists of 2 six-week programs that culminates in an art show displaying and selling participants art. The program provides a unique opportunity to bridge generational gaps, while tapping into creativity, social engagement, and caregiver opportunities for respite.

Nevada’s dementia-capable service system is focused on three pillars:

1. Providing specialized community-based support for people living with dementia and their family caregivers.

2. Expanding evidence-based interventions and tools such as OMA.

3. Strengthening statewide dementia-friendly efforts through training, education, and outreach.

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Current Challenges

Nevada faces several challenges in supporting the long-term care needs of people living with dementia and their caregivers, however the following three challenges are areas of focus as

Nevada expands dementia capability, Growing Population

Nevada’s aging population is growing rapidly, with increased prevalence of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The Alzheimer’s Association 2025 Facts and Figures report for Nevada, there are approximately 54,000 Nevadans living with dementia. Communities need culturally responsive and creative solutions to support individuals living with dementia and their families.

Social Isolation

Despite increasing need, Nevada has limited access to dementia-specific services and structured engagement programs. OMA is a new resource being introduced to promote social support for people living with dementia, through an intergenerational lens. OMA increased cognitive stimulation for people living with dementia, while also providing meaningful inclusion into the community.

Caregiver Support

Family members of people living with dementia are often primary caregivers. As family caregivers, individuals are often at increased risk of chronic health conditions and depression.

Access to caregiver support services, such as respite, are critical to ensuring individuals stay healthy and can continue to support their loved ones. The OMA program provides a unique opportunity for respite (a break from caregiving) for family caregivers.

Funding Description

This funding opportunity supports one-time funding to implement Opening Minds through Art

(OMA) program throughout Nevada. A total of $60,000 in federal funding is available, distributed as follows:

• Up to 5 programs to be funded

• Total maximum award per subrecipient: $12,000 for startup costs

• Grant period: August 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026

Funding may be used for:

• Program materials and supplies

• Volunteer recruitment and retention

• Community outreach and recruitment

• Data collection aligned with the state’s evaluation plan

• Funding may only be used for programming delivered by OMA-certified facilitators.

Costs for OMA facilitator online training are not allowable (some exceptions apply) due to the OMA facilitator online training schedule conflicting with ADSD project period timelines.

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A 25% non-federal match of the total project cost is required. Match may be in the form of cash or in-kind contributions such as staff time, space, or volunteer assistance. The ratio of federal funding to non-federal funding is 3:1 of total project costs. The formula for match is: (federal budget x .25)/.75. For example, a $12,000 award would have a match requirement of $4,000.

Eligible Applicants

Non-profits, public agencies, and for-profit businesses may apply if interested in providing services outlined in this funding opportunity.

All applicants must be in good standing with the State of Nevada and the Federal Government.

If an applicant has not responded to any audit finding from the Aging and Disability Services

Division (ADSD) or the Department of Health and Human Services, their application may not be considered for funding.

Applicant Assistance

The Nevada Governor’s Office of Federal Assistance is available to provide pre-award assistance to applicants. More information about available services and contact information is available at https://ofa.nv.gov.

All questions regarding this NOFO can be directed to nvcc@adsd.nv.gov.

Additional Resources

• Opening Minds through Art

• National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center

• Dementia, Education, Engagement, and Research Center

Questions and Answers

ADSD will accept questions related to this funding opportunity through the application due date

- July 22, 2026. Questions and corresponding answers will be posted on the ADSD website

(Nevada ADSD: Open Grant Opportunities). This list will be updated as new questions are received. Questions can be submitted through the NEVADAePro system or emailed to

ADSDGrants@adsd.nv.gov.

Award Information

Subrecipient Responsibilities

This is a competitive funding opportunity. Applications will be evaluated, in part, on the applicant’s stated plan of action and demonstrated capacity to begin effectively and expeditiously implementing subaward activities within sixty days of the start of the subaward project period. The subaward is an agreement between the applicant and the Aging and

Disability Services Division (ADSD).

The subaward recipient agrees to the responsibilities outlined below:

In addition to the Applicant Certifications included in the ADSD Subaward Application form, the following conditions apply for funded projects.

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• Applications must be signed by the Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) or head of the agency.

• Programs awarded funding must provide any requested revisions to ADSD by the date indicated in the notification email. A Notice of Subaward (NOSA) cannot be issued by

ADSD without requested revisions.

• All subaward recipients must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) Number.

• All subaward recipients must have an Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Federal

Tax Identification Number.

• All subaward recipients must be registered with the State of Nevada and must have a vendor number. Vendor Registration Forms are available at http://controller.nv.gov.

• If a subaward recipient’s address changes, the subaward recipient must submit a

Vendor Information Update and/or Additional Remittance Form to the Nevada State

Controller’s Office. ADSD must be notified of address changes in advance to avoid payment delays.

• All subaward recipients must comply with the Nevada Department of Human Services’

(DHS) Grant Instructions and Requirements revised January 2025 and the Nevada

Aging and Disability Services Division’s (ADSD) Requirements and Procedures for

Grant Programs (ADSD-RPGPs). The GIRS and RPGPs are statements of DHS and

ADSD policy that ensure fiscal compliance with statues, regulations, and/or rules.

• All subaward recipients must comply with ADSD Service Specifications.

• All subaward recipients must comply with ADSD’s data collection and reporting requirements. Monthly, quarterly, and annual reports should be submitted timely, and per ADSD guidance. Reporting requirements may change at the discretion of ADSD and/or the funder. Failure to comply with reporting requirements can place a subrecipient’s funding in jeopardy and will result in fiscal monitoring findings.

• The Request for Reimbursement (RFR) form must be submitted by the 15th day of each month for the previous month of service, unless otherwise specified in the Notice of

Subaward (NOSA). Deviation from the reimbursement schedule must be pre-approved in writing by the ADSD Grants Management Team. RFRs must include all required backup documentation.

ADSD staff agrees to the responsibilities outlined below:

• ADSD team members will provide reporting instructions to all subaward recipients.

• All subaward recipients will be assigned a Program Coordinator (PC) who is available to aid with aspects of subaward management, program-specific technical assistance, and program development. Fiscal auditors are available to address questions regarding fiscal matters.

• The assigned PC will contact subaward recipients regarding requested revisions before a Notice of Subaward (NOSA) can be issued.

• NOSAs will be distributed to funded programs as approved, or as soon as possible pending receipt of requested revisions.

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NOSA.

• ADSD may, at its discretion, conduct monitoring of subaward recipients at any time during or up to three years after the close of a subaward. Programs will be assessed to evaluate fiscal accountability, progress towards achieving project goals and objectives, data collection and reporting, client satisfaction and outcomes, as well as adherence to all regulations, statues, and/or rules. Programmatic and fiscal monitoring will be scheduled in accordance with Department of Human Services (DHS) policies.

Subrecipient Training

ADSD will make training available to all subaward recipients as needed. Available training will include the Request for Reimbursement process reporting, data entry, and other requirements.

Additionally, ADSD and project partners will provide dementia capability training, program support, and technical assistance as needed.

Application and Submission Information

Division Contacts

General program/service questions and technical assistance on the required forms, beyond instructions provided in this document, can be directed to: ADSDGrants@adsd.nv.gov.

Application Forms and Submission Information

The Competitive Subaward Application consists of the three (3) forms (listed below).

Applications must include all required components (see Application Checklist) to be considered for funding.

1. ADSD Subaward Application - Competitive (PDF)

2. ADSD Subaward Budget Template (Excel)

3. ADSD Work Plan Template (Word)

Deadline: Applications are due on or before Wednesday, July 22, 2026, by 11:59 pm (PT).

Applications must be emailed to ADSDGrants@adsd.nv.gov.

Application Review Information

Application Screening

• Each application will undergo an initial review for completeness and adherence to submission instructions. Applications that are incomplete or fail to meet all submission requirements will be rejected and will not be considered for funding. Applicants whose applications are rejected will receive written notification.

o If submitted before the application deadline, applicants may correct and resubmit their application.

o If submitted after the application deadline, applicants may request an appeal to correct and resubmit a late application. The request for appeal must be submitted in writing through ADSDGrants@adsd.nv.gov, and addressed to the ADSD

Administrator.

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o The ADSD Administrator, or designee, will notify the applicant of the

Administrator’s decision, in writing, within ten working days of receiving the applicant’s appeal.

• The ADSD Administrator’s decision is final. There is no additional appeal process.

Review and Selection Process

After application screening, ADSD staff and independent reviewers may review all applications and make initial funding recommendations based on scoring criteria defined in the following section. These reviews will provide initial funding recommendations.

Reporting and compliance history of previous or current subrecipients will also be considered.

ADSD may negotiate with or seek additional information from applicants before decisions are made. Prompt response to requests for information or negotiations is encouraged to prevent delays in funding or non-funded applications.

Final funding decisions will be made by the Administrator based on application scores, funding recommendations, funding availability, regional allocations, and the applicant’s compliance history (if applicable).

The ADSD Administrator’s funding decision is final. Final funding decisions are not subject to appeal.

Scoring Criteria

Competitive applications will be scored according to the following matrix (50-point total) based on all application components:

1. Project Relevance, Current Need, and Priority Populations (up to 10 points)

• The applicant clearly identifies the proposed project, project relevance, as well as the unmet needs and service gaps that will be addressed by the applicant’s project.

• The targeting plan is well defined and expands awareness and access to the service.

• The applicant identifies priority populations to be served. Priority is given to underserved and the most vulnerable populations which may include individuals who are frail, homebound, isolated, low-income, a minority, and/or living in rural or frontier areas.

• The applicant describes anticipated barriers and plans to address barriers.

2. Capacity and Approach (up to 15 points)

• The applicant clearly describes the proposed project, including their approach and specific activities to be completed. Activities to reach priority populations are included.

• The applicant demonstrates their experience and ability to complete the proposed project.

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• The applicant identifies and defines the role of key staff, partnerships, and other resources that will have a significant role in completing project activities.

• The project describes new or innovative approaches that will help expand their capacity to increase access to the service.

3. Cost Effectiveness and Sustainability (up to 10 points)

• The submitted budget is complete, and the applicant’s projected costs are reasonable.

• There are other funding sources identified to help support the project.

• The level of funding requested is explained and justified within the proposal.

• The applicant demonstrates cost-effectiveness and financial accountability.

• Projected costs are relevant to project activities.

4. Project Impact (up to 10 points)

• Project goals, objectives, and intended outcomes are clearly stated.

• The applicant describes methods of documenting and evaluating project effectiveness, quality of service delivery, and impact on target populations.

• Goals and objectives are relevant to the intent of funding and address identified gaps and needs.

• Goals and objectives support activities that help improve access to services and promote program awareness.

• The goals, objectives, and activities of the project have an established timeline that is reasonable.

5. Adherence to application instructions and accurate completion of forms (up to 5 points).

• The applicant followed the instructions. Required forms/sections were completed accurately and completely.

• Responses are detailed and concise.

Anticipated Announcement Award Date

Funding decisions will be announced via email. Requested application revisions must be received and approved by ADSD promptly, by the date requested in the email correspondence.

Notices of Subaward (NOSAs) will be distributed in August 2026, or upon receipt of all applicable documents and revisions.

Form Instructions

Application Format

All applications MUST conform to the following requirements to be considered for funding:

• Applications must be computer-generated on ADSD’s Application Forms.

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• The three files required for all competitive applications must be formatted as stated below and compiled according to the Application Checklist.

o ADSD Subaward Application – Competitive with Project Narrative (PDF) o ADSD Subaward Budget Template (Excel) o ADSD Work Plan (Word)

• All application forms have pre-set formatting including fonts, line spacing, and margins.

• Expand rows on the Budget (Excel file) so that all text entered is visible.

• Project Narratives must be submitted with the ADSD Subaward Application Form as one PDF document.

• Project Narratives must be concise and no more than 5 pages (excluding attachments).

Do not include cover sheets, cover letters, unsolicited attachments, or application instruction pages, as they will be included in the page limit.

• Applications are expected to be free of spelling and grammatical errors.

• Budget line item (row) calculations must be included where required and accurate to the penny.

• Submitted applications must be assembled according to the instructions on the Application Checklist.

• All applicable sections of the Subaward Application must be signed and dated.

ADSD Subaward Application – PDF Document

A. Applicant Organization Information

This section captures information regarding the Applicant Organization. The Applicant

Organization Name is the subrecipient agency that will be named on the Notice of Subaward and is responsible for the funds awarded. Information in this section must match exactly what is on record with the Nevada State Controller's Office. Failure to provide correct information in this section will prevent ADSD from making payments to the subrecipient if funding is approved.

The Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) is the individual authorized to sign and submit an application on behalf of the organization. The AOR is responsible for the organization’s compliance with the terms and conditions of subawards, including compliance with state and federal laws/regulations. In non-profit organizations, this person is the President of the Board of Directors.

• Applications must be signed by the Agency’s AOR.

• The Agency’s AOR may list up to two (2) Additional Authorized Signers on the application, indicating authorized representatives who are able to sign NOSAs, Amendments, or other documents.

• Changes to the approved AOR and/or Authorized Signers must be submitted in writing by the Agency’s AOR. A signed, dated letter should be submitted to

ADSDGrants@adsd.nv.gov. Authorized Signer letters are valid through the end of the

Subaward Period (dates are noted on the Notice of Subaward).

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• The Fiscal Officer is the point of contact for any concern regarding the budget, requests for reimbursement, and annual audits.

B. Project Information

This section is for project specific information including the service category, proposed service, and physical address of the project. This section should also list the Project Director assigned as the manager/coordinator/lead for this project. The Project Director is the day-to-day contact for the ADSD Program Coordinator.

C. Applicant Certifications

These are required certifications for all applicants, acknowledging the information contained with the application is true and correct. The AOR must sign and date this section.

General Provisions and Assurances.

This section lists the general provisions and assurances associated with the ADSD Notice of

Funding Opportunity. If approved for funding, these assurances are superseded by the

Assurances that are included in the formal Notice of Subaward.

Project Narrative

A project narrative is required for every application. The Project Narrative is a critical component of the application that serves as the basis for evaluating the proposal for funding.

Other application components, including the budget, should align with the project narrative.

The Project Narrative should present a clear, detailed, and concise description of your project, outlining its purpose, objectives, capacity, and anticipated outcomes.

Provide detailed, (but concise) responses to each section below. Page Limit: 5 pages

The project narrative is the main description of the proposed project and includes five sections:

• Purpose / Problem Statement

• Proposed Intervention

• Organizational Capacity and Partnerships

• Cost-Effectiveness and Sustainability

• Outcomes and Evaluation

Purpose / Problem Statement

Describe, in both quantitative and qualitative terms, the nature and scope of the particular problem, challenge, need, and/or issue(s) your organization seeks to address with this funding.

Include information about unmet needs, service gaps, and specific challenges the proposed intervention will address. Describe how the proposed intervention will potentially impact people living with dementia and their family caregivers. Identify marginalized and traditionally underserved populations within the proposed service area as well as challenges to serving these populations.

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Proposed Intervention

Describe clearly and concisely how your organization plans to carry out this service. Include a detailed description of specific activities planned that address the challenges and needs identified above, and how your organization will overcome these challenges.

Describe the proposed service area and target population(s) to be served. Document if the proposed intervention will target and serve historically underserved populations. Describe strategies that will be used to reach target population(s). Identify any barriers that may prevent service delivery.

Provide details of new and innovative strategies that will be used, including information regarding your organization’s existing efforts, lessons learned, service gaps, and any statistical information to support proposed intervention(s). Discuss the anticipated impact of proposed intervention strategies.

Identify anticipated technical assistance needs. Include specific types of assistance to be provided based on the needs of the proposed service area.

Organizational Capacity and Partnerships

Describe the organization’s capacity to perform the proposed intervention(s). Include past experiences and/or anticipated increased capacity as a result of this funding. Identify the professional staff and their specific responsibilities under this project, as well as the facilities and other resources in place to support project activities. Describe how training and ongoing communication will be used to develop and maintain a well-trained, competent workforce consisting of paid staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Identify key partnerships and describe in detail how they will enhance coordination of services under this project. Include partnerships with government entities, as well as other community partners. Letters of Commitment can be attached and do not count towards the application page limit.

Describe existing and planned efforts to collaborate with community, county, regional, or statewide organizations to meet project goals, enhance service delivery, increase outreach, and/or implement proposed intervention(s).

Cost-Effectiveness and Sustainability

Describe resources outside ADSD funding to be used to support this project beyond the project period. How will these resources be used to enhance service delivery and/or outreach?

Provide a thorough justification for the level of funding requested from ADSD in this application.

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ADSD Subaward Budget Template – Excel File

This file is required for all ADSD Subawards, regardless of type. For additional guidance on budgets, applicants should refer to the Grant Instructions and Requirements revised January

2025 and the Requirements and Procedures for Grant Programs (ADSD) for rules and regulations on allowable expenses.

The Excel file has formatting that is accessible to all users. While adding information to the

Excel file, you may format the cells and rows as needed to fit your text, including expanding rows so all text is visible.

There are 2 forms (tabs) in this workbook: Budget Narrative and Budget Summary. Each form is a separate worksheet (tab) at the bottom of the page/workbook. If you do not see the tabs at the bottom of the page, maximize the screen by clicking the button on the top right side of the screen that looks like a window.

PLEASE NOTE: Do not use multiple copies of the Excel file to create your application; there are formulas that carry from page-to-page. For best results, complete each tab of the workbook in order. Additionally, do not paste information from past applications, as it can cause problems with the formulas. This will ensure that invalid error messages are not shown on the application and linked boxes will have a value.

Budget Narrative

Enter the applicant’s Organizational Name and service type at the top of the page.

Describe program expenses requested from ADSD using the budget categories included in the

Budget Narrative. Use the descriptions at the top of each budget section and the information listed below as a guide for each budget category. Be sure to provide detailed responses, justification where indicated, calculations as required, and explain how each expense is related to the proposed project. Identify any one-time costs. Follow the examples throughout the file.

THIS TAB IS NOT PROTECTED. Do not delete formulas. Ensure text in each row is visible;

expand rows as needed (go to numbered rows on the left side of worksheet and drag the bottom line of the row down when you see your cursor change to , or right click on the row number and choose Row Height to enter a height). Each section has additional rows that you may unhide for additional data entry. Contact ADSD if you need assistance.

PERSONNEL - Line A: List program and administrative staff (Name, Title, PCN) that will provide direct service under the proposed services and the associated costs to be charged to the subaward, using the column headers as guides. Costs associated with administrative staff providing indirect services may only be included in this section in fixed-fee proposals;

otherwise, the expenses may be included as part of the indirect/administrative expense percentage at the end of the Budget Narrative. Place an asterisk (*) beside all new positions. If your agency does not have a Position Control Number (PCN) system, one must be developed to identify each position. Line B, for each position listed: List the fringe benefits provided (FICA, ADSD Competitive Subaward NOFO, Opening Minds through Art| FY2027 Page 13 of 17 https://www.dhs.nv.gov/siteassets/content/programs/grants/Grant_Instructions_and_Requirements_Revised_1.2025_-_FINAL__R.pdf https://www.dhs.nv.gov/siteassets/content/programs/grants/Grant_Instructions_and_Requirements_Revised_1.2025_-_FINAL__R.pdf

Medicare, vacation, state industrial insurance, unemployment insurance, etc.). Briefly describe the position’s duties as they relate to the funding and program objective.

TRAVEL/TRAINING: Identify in-state and out-of-state travel to be completed during the budget period. The red writing must be replaced with actual trip information, such as the name of a conference, location, etc. Complete the trip expenses and enter a justification. If multiple trips are proposed, use copy and paste to include another in-state or out-of-state section in the budget as stated on the form. Utilize https://www.gsa.gov for mileage, per diem and lodging. If lodging exceeds the GSA rate, provide an explanation in the Justification section.

If requesting general in-state mileage for operational purposes, enter the cost in the mileage section below “In-State Travel,” and provide an explanation of the cost calculation and the reason/justification for travel.

OPERATING: Include SPECIFIC facility and vehicle costs associated with the proposed program (not the agency as a whole), such as rent, maintenance expenses, insurance (split by type), fuel, as well as utilities such as power, water, and communications (phone/internet). Also list tangible and expendable personal property such as office supplies, program supplies, necessary software, postage, etc. Also include in this category any computers or related equipment which cost less than $10,000 per unit. Provide a calculation for each line.

EQUIPMENT: List equipment to purchase or lease, which costs $10,000 or more (per item), and justify these expenditures. Equipment items that cost less than $10,000 should be listed under Operating. Justify the need for these items. There is no guarantee that ADSD will have funds available for equipment.

CONTRACTUAL/CONSULTANT SERVICES: Explain the need and/or purpose for the contractual and/or consultant service. Identify and justify these costs. Only include costs for which there is a written contract or agreement that can be presented to ADSD, if requested.

OTHER: Identify and justify all other expenditures that cannot be identified within another category. These costs may include any relevant expenditure associated with the project.

These costs are to be included only if they are associated exclusively with this program. If they are associated with multiple sources of funding, the costs are to be included in Administrative

Expenses. Follow the example on the form.

ADMINISTRATIVE/INDIRECT EXPENSES or FEDERAL INDIRECT COST RATE (FICR):

Administrative/indirect expenses are to be used to help cover expenses that are not easily assignable to a specific program or unit within an organization. These costs are associated with depreciation and use allowances, facility operation and maintenance, general administrative expenses such as accounting, payroll, legal and data processing, and any personnel not providing direct services to the project. If requested, the expenses are limited to the maximum rate listed, depending on the funding source and existence of a Negotiated

Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA).

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Once a funding source is assigned to an approved subaward, the allowable rate will apply, and a budget revision may be required if excess expenses are included. Administrative/indirect expenses do not apply to equipment or fixed fee subawards or portions of subawards. Modified

Direct Costs (de minimis rate of 15%) must be based upon expenses as outlined within 2 CFR

200.1. NICRA indirect amount must be based upon allowed expenses per your organization’s current NICRA letter. Attach a copy of your NICRA letter to the application, as applicable.

Budget Summary

The applicant’s Organizational Name and service type will auto-fill from information entered at the top of the Budget Narrative tab.

This page offers a summary of the subaward budget, match, and other funding. Information entered the Budget Narrative tab will populate the ADSD Funds column. Applicants will input funding information in the orange cells.

Matching Funds Requirements: The match required is 25% of the ADSD-requested amount.

Match may be non-federal cash or in-kind and must be reflected and thoroughly described on the Budget Summary tab of the Excel application file. Program income cannot be used as

Match. Examples of non-federal cash Match include other funding sources to support this service. In-kind Match is the value of any real property, equipment, goods, or services

(including volunteer time) contributed to a funded program that would have been considered eligible expenses within the program’s budget for the funded service. Review the Department of Human Services (DHS) Grant Instructions and Requirements (GIRS) for additional information regarding Match: (DHS) Grant Instructions and Requirements revised January

2025.Program Income

1. Client service donations may not be used as Match but may be solicited for all services.

Solicitation must be non-coercive. The donation process must be confidential and voluntary.

2. Cost sharing means contributions made to a program based on a sliding-fee scale. The

Division’s Cost Sharing Policy can be found on pages 73-75 of the RPGPs:

ADSD Work Plan – Word Document

The ADSD Work Plan should be reflective of and consistent with the Project Narrative and

Budget.

The ADSD Workplan is revisable. Fill in the project’s overall goals. The template lists Outreach as Goal 1 and Service Delivery as Goal 2. If there are additional goals for this project, add under Goal 3. The last section is to document projected output and expected outcomes based on activities and strategies to be implemented.

For each goal, list relevant objectives, activities, and strategies to be implemented to achieve objectives. Identify timeframes involved (including start and end dates) under “Timeline.” Under

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“Evaluation Tool” list relevant tools, techniques, systems, and/or methods that will be used to collect, report, and measure outputs and outcomes.

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Application Checklist A complete application for funding consists of:

• The ADSD Subaward Application – Competitive (PDF)

• The ADSD Subaward Budget Template (Excel)

• The ADSD Work Plan Template (Word)

The ADSD Subaward Application – Competitive must include the Project Narrative and must be submitted as one PDF file. The ADSD Subaward Budget template must be submitted as an

Excel File. The ADSD Work Plan must be submitted as a Word document.

If any of the following items are incomplete or missing, the application will be rejected. If the application is not received by the date requested (including revisions), funding may be delayed or may not be awarded.

ADSD Subaward Application – Competitive (PDF Document)

Project Narrative (same PDF Document)

Budget Narrative (Excel File, tab one)

Budget Summary (Excel File, tab two)

ADSD Work Plan (Word Document)

Attachments – If included, these will not count towards the page limit.

Proof of Nevada 211 Listing - Agency and Service(s) (required upon funding approval)

Sliding-Fee Scale/Cost Sharing Policy (required if applicant uses it for the service)

Client donation policy (required per the Grant Instructions)

Resumes for Project Director and Key Personnel (optional, but encouraged)

Letters of Commitment/Support (optional, but encouraged)

Contracts or Memorandums of Understanding (if applicable to the program/service)

The ADSD Subaward Application – Competitive and all attachments must be submitted via email to ADSDGrants@adsd.nv.gov.

Applications are due Wednesday, July 22, 2026.

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