We have made BIG changes to the process this year, so check the SFB website for more information (si.gmu.edu/sfb).
Here are the highlights:
All applications for events under $6,000.00 are due 35 business days before your event. The cutoff date for application submissions is displayed on the SFB webpage under the “Deadlines” tab (si.gmu.edu/sfb).
All applications for events $6,000.00 and over must be presented to SFB in person. These presentations will take place four times a year on Saturdays. For dates and deadlines, see si.gmu.edu/sfb and click the “Deadlines” tab.
SFB will no longer entirely fund collaborations with 3 or more groups without it affecting tier limits.
Collaborations can pool their available funds with no maximum
If a collaboration has 3 or more organizations, up to $2,000.00 of the event will not affect your organizations’ tier limits (Example: If the total cost of an approved event is $5000, and there are 3 organizations collaborating, $2000 will be given as a grant with the remaining $3000 split evenly amongst the 3 collaborating organizations – $1000 per organization).
Things to remember:
Organizations are not guaranteed any money. The “Tier Limit” is only the maximum organizations can apply for in a given year.
You will need to plan further in advance. The new application policy means you will need to have your event planned at least 35 business days (approximately 50 calendar days) in advance.
Ask questions! Come into office hours, email us (sfb@gmu.edu), check the SFB website. The more you ask, the more you know!