New York State Contract Reporter #2135986

Grant Funding for Nonprofit Technical Assistance Services in New York State

This opportunity seeks nonprofit organizations to deliver technical assistance services to strengthen the capacity of nonprofits across New York State. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of State, Office of Faith & Nonprofit Development Services (OFNDS), Bureau of Fiscal Management - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a grant for service delivery - Products/Services Requested: - Technical Assistance Program Management: Hire or repurpose at least one Project Manager to oversee program staff, volunteers, and subcontractors - Technical Assistance Specialists: Hire or repurpose at least three specialists to deliver workshops and training on nonprofit capacity topics - Workshops and Training Sessions: Conduct a minimum of 20 workshops (Downstate) or 15 workshops (Upstate) on topics such as fiscal infrastructure, legal compliance, and grant writing - Program Coordinator: Hire or repurpose at least one coordinator to manage referrals and provide one-on-one coaching to nonprofits (minimum 40 in Downstate, 32 in Upstate) - One-on-One Technical Assistance: Provide individualized support in financial infrastructure, legal compliance, and grant development to eligible nonprofits - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Services must be nonsectarian and may be delivered in-person or virtually, adhering to state IT accessibility policies - Eligible costs include personnel, travel, supplies, outreach, and limited equipment, with administrative costs capped at 10% - No matching funds are required - MWBE and SDVOB participation goals apply - Total available funding is approximately $1.2 million for a one-year term, with two possible one-year renewals

Description

This Request for Applications (RFA) offers grant funding to nonprofit organizations to provide Technical Assistance (TA) aimed at strengthening the nonprofit sector's organizational capacity, sustainability, and access to funding opportunities. The program will support nonprofits in understanding and meeting New York State grant requirements, enhancing operational effectiveness, and securing resources for community work. The New York State Office of Faith & Nonprofit Development Services (OFNDS) seeks to develop a program providing free technical assistance statewide, including workshops, coaching, and compliance support. The contract term is one year with options for two one-year renewals, and the program will be delivered regionally across New York State.

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