The information on this form will help us to process your application, so please ensure that you answer all the questions as fully as possible.
We advise all applicants to read the Fund guidelines (especially the advice regarding reserves and core costs) which are available on our website: www.berniciafoundation.com
Unfortunately you’re not able to save and go back to applications at this time so please read the form first and make sure you have all of your information ready to input before starting.
What is a SMART objective?
SMART stands for:
Specific You should state exactly what you intend to do with the grant.
Measurable Make sure it is possible to collect evidence of what is achieved with the grant.
Achievable Be realistic, and only set grant objectives that you are able to deliver.
Relevant Remember we are interested primarily in what difference our grant will make.
Timescaled For each grant objective tell us exactly when you hope to have achieved it.
Examples might include:
For a simple grant to purchase a mower for a cricket club:
For a more complex grant to run youth sessions focused on promoting healthy living:
Our advisors will review your grant objectives when we consider your application and may suggest changes to them if necessary.