To complete your letter of interest, please copy the following template into a new document. Letters of interest must be signed by the lead organization and received by fax, email or mail by June 30th, 2008. Letters received by this date will receive priority consideration. Original signed copies must be forwarded to:
EnAbling Change Partnership Program
Accessibility Directorate of Ontario
Ministry of Community and Social Services
777 Bay Street, Suite 601A
Toronto, Ontario
M7A 2J4
Fax: 416-326-9725
Email: accessibility@css.gov.on.ca
Do not send additional information such as brochures, financial statements, etc.
Letter of Interest Template for 2008/09 funding
Accessibility Directorate of Ontario
Ministry of Community and Social Services
777 Bay Street, 6th floor
Toronto, Ontario M7A 2J4
Fax number: (416) 326-9725
www.AccessON.ca
Dear Ministry Representative:
We are interested in applying to the EnAbling Change Partnership Program. We understand that if our project idea is selected for further consideration, you will contact us and request us to submit a full proposal.
Our project idea is described below:
(Maximum 100 words)
Briefly describe the purpose of the project. Include project goals, objectives and proposed approach/steps. Name past experience in leading initiatives to improve accessibility and/or support implementation of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and accessibility standards.
Our project idea supports sector-wide compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
(Maximum 100 words)
List the key deliverables and describe how the project will help sector(s) comply. Include a description of how educational tools and resources will be disseminated, estimated costs and timelines for implementation.
Our project idea impacts a range of sectors or groups across the province:
(Maximum 50 words)
Identify which sectors or organizations will be impacted by your project and how they will benefit. Include numbers where possible.
Our project idea includes measurable targets to enhance accessibility:
(Maximum 50 words)
Describe how people with disabilities will benefit from this project. Include description of how project will remove barriers. Describe the role of people with disabilities in the implementation of this project.
Our project idea will positively benefit Ontario communities on a long-term basis:
(Maximum 50 words)
Explain how your project will have a lasting impact or sustainability on improving accessibility.
Our project idea features collaboration:
List names of people or organizations that would be involved in the project and include 2-3 bullets describing the area of expertise and the role they would play. Include a website link if available.
Our project will cost approximately $__________________.
The duration of the project is from ________________ to ________________
Provide a brief description of how the 25 percent contribution will be made. Include the names of secondary partners that you anticipate will be involved and how each one will contribute (i.e. financial, expertise, human resources, etc).
An original signature by the authorized signing authority for the lead proponent is required. Where possible, include a letter of support or signature of partner organizations.
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