# Recap: Technical Information Sessions for Youth Enrichment NOFO Applicants (1 of 3) (9/22/26)

This was a technical information session held by the City of Gaithersburg on September 22, 2026, focused on the FY28 Youth Enrichment Grant Program. The session provided detailed guidance on the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and the new Foundant online application platform. Key procurement-related topics included the grant funding amount available (just under $160,000), minimum grant award size ($5,000), and the requirement that funds be used exclusively for City of Gaithersburg residents. The presenters explained the application components such as the scope of work, budget preparation, logic model, and outcome measurement. They emphasized the importance of submitting separate applications for distinct programs and clarified how to account for in-kind contributions and volunteer hours in budgets. The session also covered the evaluation and scoring process, contract requirements, and compliance monitoring. Attendees were encouraged to submit questions in writing during the NOFO period, and technical support for the application portal was offered. No contract awards or vendor selections were made during this session, as it was preparatory for grant applications.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Sources
- [Recap: Technical Information Sessions for Youth Enrichment NOFO Applicants (1 of 3) (9/22/26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzEjoug_nKE) - gburgMD