Each applicant must submit the following materials to be considered for the Innovation Grant Program:

1. Proposal Application Form
2. Proposal Abstract
   Brief description of project goals and objectives, plan of work, intended outcomes, and measures of success.
3. Innovation Project Plan
   Detailed description of:
   
   1. OBJECTIVES, ORIGINALITY and SIGNIFICANCE: plan objectives; significance of project and originality;
   2. DESIGN, APPLICABILITY and TRANSFERABILITY: methods for achieving plan objectives; desired outcome and method for evaluating plan objectives;
   3. INNOVATION, IMPACT, and PRACTICALITY: extent to which objectives address cost-savings, increased efficiency of internal processes and productivity, improved employee morale, enhanced customer satisfaction, clearer communication throughout organization. Impact and growth of innovation plan; market benefit; and potential impact
4. Management Plan And Budget
   Outline of proposed plan activities with related timelines; budget detailing allocation of grant to specific plan expense items, including justification.
5. Organizational Profile
   Brief description of organization, including industry type, resources available to support project objectives.
6. Applicant Profile
   A biographical sketch for applicant (and each team member), including relevant expertise.
7. Letter(s) of Support (Required for Travel Grant Only)
   Organizational representative with whom applicant will work when engaged in travel program.
8. Supplemental Materials (Optional)
   Supplemental materials are not required. However, applicants are invited to submit a PowerPoint presentation (up to 5 slides), video clip (up to 3 minutes) (e.g., YouTube), or other supplemental material to communicate their innovation concept.

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