Apply for Designation and Grants
The
Fit Community application process is a thorough evaluation that can and will
benefit your community in numerous unexpected ways.
All applications due for designation and grant awards must be submitted to Active
Living by Design by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2009. Late applications will
not be accepted. Click here for a complete Timeline of the application process.
GET STARTED
- Assemble a diverse partnership, including community leaders and members of target population.
- Download the Request for Proposals (RFP) and make copies; each partner should become familiar with the Active Living by Design 5P Model, the criteria used to evaluate all Fit Community applications.
- Register to participate in the conference call for applicants (see RFP for details).
- Work together to complete the Fit Community Designation Self-Assessment and other parts of the Designation Application.
- If applying for funding, also complete all required Grant Forms.
- Contact Active Living by Design staff to discuss your grant ideas before submitting a proposal.
Designation Forms
More Information
Interested in Grant-funded Opportunities?
Communities seeking grants must also fill out a
Fit Community designation application.
Designation is not required to receive a grant, and designation does not guarantee
a grant reward.
Grant Forms
For Non-Profit Organizations: