Be sure you have reviewed the Quality of Work Life Grant Guidelines before applying. Complete all required fields in Parts A, B, C, and D of the application, and include all relevant attachments. 

1. Download the QWL Grant Application.

   Complete the QWL Grant Application (Fill-Form PDF) by hand or complete the application on a computer (recommended). If using a computer, be sure to save the file to your computer or network drive before completing it. Once you add digital signature(s) and save the file, you cannot make any further edits to the document. To that end, we recommend saving an unsigned version of the PDF to your files. View the QWL Grant Tips for file handling and price quote attachment guidance. 
   
    QWL Grant Application (Fill-Form PDF)
    

   QWL Grant Guidelines (PDF)
    
    

2. Complete Part A – Part C.

   Part A – Applicant Information: Identify a project coordinator. Include signatures from both the labor and management representative.
    

   Part B – Purchasing Information: Identify the entity that will make the purchase – an agency, along with the appropriate contact information and signature. The agency fiscal officer or procurement staff is instrumental in providing the required forms and documentation for reimbursement.

   
   Part C – Project Narrative: Explain the full scope of the project. Answer all questions and fields.
   
    

3. Next, complete Part D1 or D2 based on your selected grant category.

   Be sure to adhere to the Category Limitations and Purchasing Procedures outlined in the Quality of Work Life Grant Guidelines. Verify accuracy of the calculated worksheet totals, the project narrative, and any other supporting materials (price quotes). 
   
    

4. Submit the completed application and attachments to the Partnership Field Associate assigned to your CSEA region. 

   Provide all relevant supplemental information. For example – award proofs, consultant resumes, vendor price quotes, removal fees, and single source justification.
    
    

5. Wait for written approval; otherwise, purchases will not be reimbursable. 

   Once formal written approval is received, follow the instructions on the approval letter. All required documents must be received within 90 days of your approval letter or by March 1, whichever is sooner. If the required documents are not received within this time frame, the grant may be withdrawn.

Please view the Grant Resources & Examples. If you have additional questions from there, contact the Partnership Field Associate assigned to your CSEA region for guidance. 

View Grant Resources & Examples