ESBD_383499_1732773155579_2025_Categorical Budget Form_Ryan White.xls

The file is a categorical budget justification form template for Ryan White funding covering the period April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, issued by the South Texas Development Council (STDC). The template provides a standardized format for applicants to detail their proposed budgets across multiple categories including personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other direct costs. The form requires separate tracking of direct service costs and administrative costs, with administrative costs capped at 10% for Ryan White funding.

The budget template includes detailed formulas and examples for calculating various cost elements, such as personnel costs (calculated as monthly salary x percentage time x number of months), fringe benefits (including FICA, insurance, workers compensation, unemployment, and retirement), travel expenses (broken down into lodging, airfare, mileage, car rental, and meals), equipment purchases, and various other operational costs. The form requires all amounts to be submitted in whole dollars, with no cents, and includes validation requirements to ensure accuracy and consistency across budget forms. The template is designed to capture both direct service delivery costs and administrative overhead while maintaining clear separation between these cost categories.