PKG00260515-instructions.docx

Additional Information

Applicants must submit a streamlined initial application electronically via Grants.gov and must include the following materials:

· Project Abstract: The project abstract must contain a summary of the proposed activity suitable for dissemination to the public. It should be a self-contained description of the project and should contain a statement of objectives and methods to be employed. It should be informative to other persons working in the same or related fields and insofar as possible understandable to a technically literate lay reader. This abstract must not include any proprietary or confidential information.

· Plan for Distribution of Funds: Applicants must include a written description at the time of application of how they plan to distribute funds within 30 days of award to sub-recipients (hospitals and related health care entities within their state or jurisdiction), including any criteria or methodology used to distribute the funds.

· Budget Forms: Applicants must submit the following budget forms as part of the initial application: Standard Form 424 Application for Federal Assistance and Budget Form 424A Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs.