Telework Capacity Building Grant

Summary: The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) issues this application and award process for grants to support building the telework capacity of LSC grantees during the Coronavirus outbreak. Grantees may request up to $25,000 for equipment, services, and related expenses to improve or expand their telework and remote access capabilities to better serve low-income populations during a time of recommended or required telework. LSC estimates the average grant will be below $15,000. About the Grant: The grant term shall be for six months with a single initial payment. Reporting will consist of a brief final report and final budget to be submitted within 30 days of the end of the grant term. Timelines: The deadline for completing this brief application is Thursday, April 2, 11:59 p.m. Eastern. LSC will review and make final grant decisions by April 10. Technical Assistance: LSC’s Technology Initiative Grant (TIG) team can provide technical assistance to you, as needed, leading up to the grant application deadline. Grantees should contact techgrants@lsc.gov for assistance. Please also review the Telework Capacity Building Grant FAQ document and Resources for Telework Capacity Building Grants. LSC will also hold a webinar on March 31 at 2 p.m. Eastern. These resources and the registration for the webinar can be found in the email that included this application link. LSC Requirements: The Telework Capacity Building Grant Program funds are subject to all LSC requirements, including the requirements of the Legal Services Corporation Act (LSC Act) 42 U.S.C. §§ 2996–2996k; LSC regulations at 45 CFR Parts 1600–1644; LSC's applicable appropriations acts; and any other applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, guidelines, instructions, and other directives from LSC, both procedural and substantive, including, but not limited to, the LSC Audit Guide for Recipients and Auditors, the Accounting Guide for LSC Recipients, and the CSR Handbook. You will also comply with any new or amended LSC laws, regulations, or guidance that become effective before or during the grant term. LSC provides several statutory and regulatory compliance guidance materials for your reference, and you are always encouraged to contact us with compliance questions or requests for technical assistance. Terms and Conditions. The full terms and conditions for this special grant can be found in the email that included this application link.

Applicant Information

RIN*

Recipient ID

Grantee Name*

State or Territory*

Use the two-letter abbreviation for your state or territory.

Staff Size*

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Percentage of Staff Teleworking as of 3/27/20*

Name of Contact Person*

Person must be available for calls before the April 10 grant decision.

Email of Contact Person*

Phone Number of Contact Person*

Name of Second Contact Person

Email of Second Contact Person

Phone Number of Second Contact Person

Grant Request

Amount Requested (not to exceed $25,000)*

The average grant will be between $10,000 and $15,000. Grants will not exceed $25,000.

Narrative

Question 1*

Describe how the organization plans to use this grant to improve its ability to respond to the COVID-19 crisis, both to promote staff safety and the continuity of operations for clients and applicants. Maximum 2500 characters.

Question 2*

Discuss the organization's overall plan for implementing the proposed responsive actions, including the timetable and staffing for the implementation. Maximum 2500 characters.

Question 3 (Optional)

Share a story about how the organization's ability to serve clients and applicants has been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. What is the organization still able to accomplish during the crisis? LSC may share these stories publicly. Maximum 2500 characters.

Budget

1. Type of Request*

Select

1a. Description*

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

1b. Number of item(s) requested*

1c. Cost per item*

1d. Estimated Total Cost*

Multiply your responses for b and c.

2. Type of Request

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2a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

2b. Number of item(s) requested

2c. Cost per item

2d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

3. Type of Request

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3a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

3b. Number of item(s) requested

3c. Cost per item

3d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

4. Type of Request

Select

4a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

4b. Number of item(s) requested

4c. Cost per item

4d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

5. Type of Request

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5a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

5b. Number of item(s) requested

5c. Cost per item

5d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

6. Type of Request

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6a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

6b. Number of item(s) requested

6c. Cost per item

6d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

7. Type of Request

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7a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

7b. Number of item(s) requested

7c. Cost per item

7d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

8. Type of Request

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8a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

8b. Number of item(s) requested

8c. Cost per item

8d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

9. Type of Request

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9a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

9b. Number of item(s) requested

9c. Cost per item

9d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

10. Type of Request

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10a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

10b. Number item(s) requested

10c. Cost per item

10d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

11. Type of Request

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11a. Description

Provide a short description of the items you are requesting. For example: Four laptop computers for staff attorneys. Provide details to the extent possible.

11b. Number of item(s) requested

11c. Cost per item

11d. Estimated Total Cost

Multiply your responses for b and c.

Certification

Name of person completing application:

Certification of Application*

I certify that the funding requested will be used to support building telework capacity in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

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Send me a copy of my responses

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