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COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM For Education and Outreach; Screening and Diagnostics; Treatment and Ancillary Services January 1, 2011 – December 31, 2011 I. Overview of Community Grant Program (Pages 2-6) II. Guidelines for Applicants (Pages 7-8) III. Instructions for Applicants (Pages 9-12) IV. Attachments (Pages 13-30) Applications must be emailed and hard copies received on or before August 2, 2010, by 5:00 pm at the Komen Affiliate office in Ridgmar Mall or mailed to: Susan G. Komen Tarrant County Applications must be emailed to: Attention: Jeanne Ginsberg email@example.com P.O. Box 101328 Fort Worth, Texas 76185 No late submissions will be accepted. 1 SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE TARRANT COUNTY AFFILIATE Grant applications now being accepted for BREAST HEALTH AND/OR BREAST CANCER EDUCATION AND OUTREACH, SCREENING AND DIAGNOSTICS, TREATMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES The vision of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is a world without breast cancer. Our promise is to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cure. Komen and its 123 domestic Affiliates is the nation's largest private funding source for breast health and breast cancer screening, education, and treatment support programs. Komen for the Cure has played a critical role in every major advance in the fight against breast cancer. Nearly 75 percent of women over 40 now receive regular mammograms, the single most effective tool for detecting breast cancer. In 1982, less than 30 percent received a clinical exam. The five-year survival rate for breast cancer when caught early before spreading is 98 percent compared to 74 percent in 1982. The federal government now devotes more than $900 million annually to breast cancer research, treatment and prevention, compared to just $30 million in 1982. In its first 25 years Komen has contributed $1 billion to innovative research and pledged an additional $2 billion for research in the next ten years. In 18 years, the Tarrant County Affiliate has funded over $16.5 million for research, education, screening and treatment. Seventy-five percent of net funds supports breast health programs in Tarrant County and helps uninsured or underinsured individuals in our community receive continuous care and needed treatment. The other twenty-five percent of net funds is allocated to national cancer research initiatives. In 2010, over 14,000 people participated in Race for the Cure, the largest charitable 5K race in Tarrant County. Statement of Need The Tarrant County Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is currently offering grants for innovative projects that reduce breast cancer mortality, especially among those who are disproportionately affected by this disease. Grant applicants are strongly encouraged to read the Priorities and Action Plan of the 2009 Community Profile posted 2 on our website at www.komentarrant.org under 2009 Community Profile. Grant applications that address components of the Action Plans are needed and encouraged. 2009 Community Profile Priorities that are relevant to the Grant Process are listed below. Community Profile Priorities: 1. Increase number of mammograms to uninsured and underinsured. 2. Develop new methods of delivering education messages that are culturally sensitive and drive women to screening mammograms and clinical exams. 3. Define Grants priorities with related evidence-based reporting by Grantees. Specifically, the Tarrant County Affiliate is offering grants for programs that address the following: Education and outreach Breast cancer screening; diagnostic procedures; and treatment Ancillary services such as transportation, financial assistance, emotional support and other services not otherwise available to the medically uninsured and underserved population of Tarrant County will also be considered. Grants are available for up to one (1) year. The Tarrant County Affiliate encourages collaboration among grant seekers to increase and leverage their services and resources. Grant seekers should encourage partnerships to provide broader services and prevent duplication of services. Grant requests may be submitted for a combination of services. For example, a screening program may also include an educational initiative directed at cultural and ethnically identified groups. An organization may submit more than one request for funding and each request will be evaluated separately. Education and Outreach This focus should include programs and projects with the following results: Drive women to screening mammograms through behavioral changes and good breast health decisions. Address cultural barriers to accessing services that dispel myths regarding screening, diagnosis and treatment. Include interventions that are evidence-based and directed toward individuals and/or small groups. Mass distribution of breast heath materials is currently being done through events such as health fairs and typically should not be included in Education and Outreach Grants. 3 Data and Measurements should include the following: Number of women reached, age ranges, zips, ethnicity Change in knowledge, attitudes/beliefs and intention to get screened for target populations Number of screening mammogram vouchers distributed and redeemed Number of women seeking screenings in specified time frame after education and outreach effort Follow-up procedures and outcomes Susan G. Komen for the Cure® is a source of information about breast cancer for people all over the world. To reduce confusion and reinforce learning, we require that grantees provide educational messages and materials that are consistent with those promoted by Komen for the Cure. Please visit the website listed below before completing your application and be sure that your organization can agree to promote these messages: www.komen.org/BreastCancer/BreastSelfAwareness.html Breast Health Information messages: Promotion of information regarding publicly funded services and eligibility criteria Presentation of viable pathway to accessing services An example of a successful program that could accomplish these objectives is a Promotora program whereby trained healthcare peers deliver healthcare messages to the targeted populations. For example, the African American population is using African American hairdressers to deliver breast health messages with incentives to drive women to life saving decisions. Screening (mammograms and clinical breast exams) and Diagnostic Procedures (diagnostic mammograms, stereotactic biopsies, needle biopsies, etc.) These programs will often include some Education and Outreach components and this should be defined in the Grant request. The same evidence- based reporting as outlined under Education and Outreach should be provided. Data and Measurements should include the following: Number of clients reached Age and Ethnicity of each client Zip code of each client Number of total mammogram screenings and clinical breast exams conducted Page 4 of 31 Number of mammogram vouchers redeemed Number of positive discoveries, symptomatic and asymptomatic Diagnosis and stage of breast cancer Follow through for referrals for additional diagnostic procedures and treatment Follow through for annual repeat screenings Tracking number of annual return mammogram screenings Methodology and numbers of reminders for screening appointments Mobile mammography units as well as site venues will be considered. Partnerships with organizations providing Education and Outreach are encouraged. Treatment Treatment should include programs to partially fund treatment for those people who may "fall between the cracks" of public funding or may otherwise not qualify for public funding. Data and Measurement should include the following: Age and ethnicity of each patient Zip code of each patient Diagnosis and Stage Length and type of treatment Treatment provider and funding source Follow up after treatment including outcome of treatment Patient Ancillary Services These programs provide those services not otherwise covered by other funding such as patient navigation, transportation, nutritional needs for patients, financial assistance, pharmaceutical, counseling, etc. Outcomes should include such things as less trauma and confusion regarding diagnosis and treatment; emotional support for the patient and his or her family. Data and Measurements should include the following: Age and ethnicity of each patient Zip code of each patient Diagnosis and Stage Treatment Provider and funding source Types and numbers of services provided Follow up methods and results Page 5 of 31 Funding priority will be given to those projects that specifically address these needs. Applications must be emailed and hard copies received on or before August 2, 2010, by 5:00 pm at the Komen Affiliate office in Ridgmar Mall or mailed to: Susan G. Komen Tarrant County Applications must be emailed to: Attention: Jeanne Ginsberg firstname.lastname@example.com P.O. Box 101328 Fort Worth, Texas 76185 No late submissions will be accepted. Page 6 of 31 Guidelines for Applicants Application Deadline is Monday, August 2, 2010. Application must be emailed and hard copies received by 5:00 pm CST. QUALIFICATIONS AND ELIGIBILITY Applicants and institutions must conform to the following eligibility criteria to be considered for funding. Applications are accepted from US nonprofit institutions Project must be specific to breast health and/or breast cancer. Applicants must provide proof of insurance if funding is granted. Applications must be submitted in English. Applicants must be located in and/or providing services in Affiliate Service Area It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that all applicants attend a Grant Writing workshop on June 22, 2010 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm or June 23, from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon at the Community Room, Ridgmar Mall. The purpose of the meeting is to provide information on Grant writing and to address any questions you may have regarding this year's Request for Application. (RSVP to email@example.com by June 15, 2010.) All applicants must ensure that all past and current Komen-funded grants or awards are up-to-date and in compliance with Komen requirements. Projects must be specific to breast health and/or breast cancer. Important Dates Grant Writing Workshop June 22 or 23, 2010 Application Deadline August 2, 2010 Award Notification October 22, 2010 Anamaria Shaw Memorial Grants Breakfast TBA Award Period January 1, 2011-December 31, 2011 Six Month Report July 15, 2011 Final Report February 15, 2012 Allowable Expenses Funds may be used for the following types of program expenses: Salaries and fringe benefits for program staff Consultant fees Clinical services or patient care costs Equipment costs not to exceed $5,000 Supplies Travel Other direct program expenses Indirect costs not to exceed 15% of direct costs Page 7 of 31 Non-allowable expenses Funds may not be used for the following purposes: Medical or scientific research Scholarships or fellowships Total start-up costs or construction/ renovation of facilities Capital investments including equipment Political campaigns or lobbying Endowments Debt Reduction Media projects, political campaigns or lobbying Submission Requirements All proposals must be type-written on plain, white, 3-hole-punched, single-sided 8 ½ x 11 paper using 11-point font. One original plus 15 additional hard copies should be submitted. The pages should be numbered. No special packaging (binders, plastic covers, etc.) or additional material (videotapes, annual reports, brochures, etc.) should be included. In addition, please email the proposal and all attachments to the following email address: firstname.lastname@example.com Applications must be emailed and hard copies received on or before August 2, 2010, by 5:00 pm at the Komen Affiliate office in Ridgmar Mall or mailed to P.O. Box 101328, Fort Worth, Texas 76185. No late submissions will be accepted. Review Process Each grant application will be reviewed by at least three independent reviewers. They will consider each of the following selection criteria: Komen Mission Acknowledgement: Will the program have a defined process to acknowledge the Komen role in providing services and be specified in an implementation plan? Impact: Will the program have a substantial positive impact on breast cancer disparities and the priority areas selected? Feasibility: How likely is it that the objectives and activities will be achieved within the scope of the funded program? Capacity: Does the organization, Program Director and his/her team have the expertise to effectively implement all aspects of the program? Is the organization respected and valued by the target population? Collaboration: Does this program enhance collaboration among organizations with similar or complementary goals? Sustainability: Is the program likely to be sustained? Is the impact likely to be long-term? The grant application process is competitive, whether or not an organization has received a grant in the past. Funding in subsequent years is never guaranteed Customer Support: Questions should be directed to: Jeanne Ginsberg Betty Nethery, Terry Wegemer Education & Grants Manager 817-735-8580 email@example.com firstname.lastname@example.com email@example.com Page 8 of 31 Instructions for Application Instructions for Application Cover Page and Abstract (attached on pages 13-15) Complete the attached cover page including an abstract (project summary). The abstract should be limited to 1,200 characters, including spaces and punctuation (approximately 225 words). The abstract should provide a brief description of the proposal including the following: 1) the purpose of the program; 2) a description of key activities; 3) a summary of evaluation methods; and 4) the likely impact of the program. The signature of approving institutional personnel, other than the project director, is required. Program Description (limit – 8 pages): 1. Background: Describe the organization's history, mission, and goals and include the Organizational Background Information Form on page 20 2. Statement of Need: Describe why the proposed project is needed and addresses Komen's funding priorities. Describe the population to be served. Explain why your program is unique when compared to similar programs. 3. Goals and Objectives: State the program goals and SMART objectives (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time bound) including the number of people to be served. Explain how the goals and objectives address the selected priority area and indicate in the Grant/Project Plan table on page 21 (See Project Plan Example on page 22) 4. Evidenced-Based Strategies/Promising Practices, Activities and Timeline: Describe the activities that will be conducted to accomplish the above goals and objectives. Describe how your approach uses or adapts evidence-based strategies or promising practices. Explain why you chose this approach. If evidence-based approaches are not appropriate or not available for the target population, explain why and describe a justified alternative approach. Provide a realistic, month-by-month timeline for implementing the program and indicate in the Grant/Project Plan table on page 21 (See Definitions on page 12 and see Project Plan Example on page 22). 5. Evaluation Plan and Outcomes: Describe how you will measure that you are achieving the objectives and how you will assess the impact of the program on the priority area selected. Indicate how these results are to be communicated. Please reference the evidence-based data required as outlined in the Statement of Need on pages 2-5 and indicate in the Grant/Project Plan table on page 21 (See Project Plan Example on page 22) 6. Collaboration and Organizational Capacity: Describe the organization's experience serving the target population. Describe the other organizations, if any, participating in the program. Explain why your organization is best-suited to carry out the program and indicate in the Grant/Project Plan table on page 21(See Project Plan Example on page 22.) Page 9 of 31 7. Sustainability: Explain how this program and its impact will be sustained long- term. What resources (financial, personnel, partnerships, etc.) will be needed to sustain this effort over time? How will those resources be secured? Applicants should demonstrate that other sources of funding will be sought and used to support this project and indicate in the Grant/Project Plan table on page 21. (See Project Plan Example on page 22) Attachments (Pages 13-22) 1. Budget (form attached on page 16-17) Provide a detailed total program budget. All funding for this program, including other grants and general funds should be included in the budget. Allowable Expenses Funds may be used for the following types of program expenses: Salaries and fringe benefits for program staff Consultant fees Clinical services or patient care costs Equipment costs not to exceed $5,000 Supplies Travel Other direct program expenses Indirect costs not to exceed 15% of direct costs Non-allowable Expenses Funds may not be used for the following purposes: Medical or scientific research Scholarships or fellowships Total start-up costs or construction/ renovation of facilities Capital investments including equipment Political campaigns or lobbying Endowments Debt Reduction Media projects, political campaigns or lobbying Budget Justification (form attached on page 18-19) For each line item in the budget, provide a brief description of how the funds will be used and why they are programmatically necessary. List all other committed and pending sources of support for the program. 2. Organizational Background and Key Personnel Information (form attached on page 20) For key personnel currently employed by the applicant, provide a resume or curriculum vitae. For new or vacant positions, provide job descriptions (Two page limit per individual). 3. Proof of Non-Profit Status – To document your federal tax-exempt status, attach your determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service. Evidence of Page 10 of 31 state or local exemption will not be accepted. Please do not attach your Federal tax return. Please scan a copy and attach to the electronic copy of application. 4. Reporting Documents (forms attached on page 23-25) Mid-year and End of Year Reporting Templates; Report Spreadsheets (page 26-29, landscape/legal ) may also be found on the Komen Tarrant website under Grants-Report Forms. Restrictions Project must be specific to breast health and/or breast cancer; e.g. if a project is a combined breast and cervical cancer project, funding may only be requested for the breast cancer portion. Applicants must be a US nonprofit (federally tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, e.g. nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and Indian tribes are eligible. Services are provided for residents in Affiliate service areas. Salaries, if requested, are for personnel directly related to this project only and not general work of employee. This may include, but not limited to such positions as navigator, facilitator, social worker, driver or nurse. If the individual has multiple responsibilities, only that portion of his or her time directly related to breast cancer may be considered in the salary portion. Failure to adhere to the qualifications and these guidelines will result in delayed processing or refusal of the application. REVIEW: Applications received complete, and meeting compliance with these guidelines, will be submitted for grant review by a panel established through the local grants committee. EDUCATION MATERIALS: A variety of education materials are available from Komen Headquarters. Some items are targeted to special populations. Before requesting funds to purchase items from other sources or create new materials, please contact the Komen Tarrant County Affiliate. We recommend that Komen materials be used in the project whenever possible. CONTRACTS: An executed contract will be the legal mechanism for funding. GRANT PERIOD: January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011. PAYMENT AND REPORTING: The first payment will be made no earlier than January 1, 2011. The initial progress report is due at the end of the first six (6) months of the grant period and the second payment will be contingent upon a satisfactory progress report. A final report is due within forty-five (45) days of completion of the grant period. LETTERS OF SUPPORT AND ADDITIONAL MATERIALS: Please do NOT send additional materials (i.e. reprints, complete curriculum vitae or letters of support). They will not be reviewed. Page 11 of 31 CONFIRMATION OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION: Confirmation of receipt of application will be emailed to the project director following review for compliance to guidelines. Applications that are noncompliant will be given an opportunity to be corrected before the review period begins. Please do not contact the Komen Tarrant County Affiliate regarding the status of the application during the review period. NOTIFICATION: Notification of grants awarded will be made by October 22, 2010. Project directors will be notified of the outcome of the review in writing. The third annual Anamaria Shaw Memorial Grants Breakfast will be held (TBA) and checks will be distributed. All signed contracts should be submitted prior to that date. NUMBER OF GRANTS TO BE AWARDED: Approximately $1,200,000 in total is to be granted in this program. The actual number of awards will depend on the amount of funding granted per project. Applications must be submitted by the director of the project. Please keep grant requests to the page limits as stated above. Applications must be emailed and hard copies received on or before August 2, 2010, by 5:00 pm at the Komen Affiliate office in Ridgmar Mall or mailed to: Susan G. Komen Tarrant County Applications must be emailed to: Attention: Jeanne Ginsberg email@example.com P.O. Box 101328 Fort Worth, Texas 76185 Inquiries should be addressed as above or directed to Jeanne Ginsberg (Affiliate Education and Grants Manager), Betty Nethery and Terry Wegemer, (Grants Co-chairs,) or Ann Greenhill (Executive Director) at 817-735-8580. Please allow adequate time before deadline for response to any inquiry. Definitions Page 12 of 31 Grant Application Cover Page and Abstract Project Title: Organization: Amount Requested: Please indicate how the grant funds will be used by percentage: % Education % Screening % Treatment Project Director Information First Name: Last Name: Degree(s): Email: Phone: Fax: Address: City: State: Zip (include +4): - Abstract: (Please limit your abstract to 1200 characters.): Page 13 of 31 Priority Areas Addressed from Community Profile priorities listed on page 3) Priority 1 Priority 2 Priority 3 Geographical Area Served: Does your agency receive funds from the Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (BCCEDP) in your state? Yes No Primary Target Populations (select up to three in each category): Ethnic/Racial Groups Other Groups African American Co-Survivors American Indian/Alaskan Native College Students Asian Elderly (>65) Hispanic/Latina(o) High School Students Middle Eastern Incarcerated Pacific Islander Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender White/Caucasian Low-Literacy Men Patients and Survivors Persons with Disabilities Breast Cancer Patients Breast Cancer Survivors Lymphedema Patients Recently Diagnosed Patients Medically Underserved Homeless Immigrants In a Shelter Migrant Workers Refugees Rural Health Professionals Health Educators Healthcare Providers Scientists Page 14 of 31 Required Signatures I understand that funding decisions are made at the sole discretion of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Tarrant County Affiliate. Program Director Signature: Date: Title: Name: Approving Institution Official Signature Signature: Date: Title: Name: Page 15 of 31 KOMEN TARRANT COUNTY RFA BUDGET Requested from Komen From Other Sources Total Required Salaries Fringe Benefits Health Insurance Employer Pension Contributions Life Insurance Premiums Employer Payroll Taxes Consultant Costs Supplies (List below) Equipment (not to exceed $5,000) Travel Mileage Reimbursement Lease Expense Patient Care Costs Screening Diagnostics Page 16 of 31 Treatment Education Outreach Ancillary Services (list below) Sub-contracts Other (itemize below) Subtotal - Direct Costs Indirect Costs (not to exceed 15% of direct costs) Total **Working Excel files may be found under Grants - Forms on the website. Page 17 of 31 BUDGET JUSTIFICATION Note: Cells for Description of Funds Use and Why Funds are Programmatically Necessary are formulated for wrap text. Please use as much description as necessary. Why Funds Are Programmatically Description of Funds Use Necessary Salaries Fringe Benefits Health Insurance Employer Pension Contributions Life Insurance Premiums Employer Payroll Taxes Consultant Costs Supplies (List below) Equipment (not to exceed$5,000) Travel Mileage Reimbursement Lease Expense Patient Care Costs Screening Diagnostics Page 18 of 31 Treatment Education Outreach Ancillary Services (List Below) Sub-contracts Other (itemize below) Subtotal - Direct Costs Indirect Costs (not to exceed 15% of direct costs) TOTAL Page 19 of 31 Organizational Background Information (None of the information on this form is collected by Komen Headquarters) Organization and Program Operating Budgets: Organization's Annual Operating Budget: $ Breast Health Program Annual Budget: $ Number of People on Staff Full Time (Paid): Part Time (Paid): Volunteer: Organization's Mission Statement Give a brief summary of the organization's history, programs, and purpose. Attach the following documents: Names and Affiliations of members of the Board of Directors Most recent financial statement, audited if available, showing actual expenses. This information should include a balance sheet, a statement of activities (or statement of income and expenses) and functional expenses. Organization budget for current year, including income and expenses. Additional funders. List names of corporations and foundations from which you are requesting funds, with dollar amounts, indicating which sources are committed or pending. 20 Project Plan Table Goal Objective Action Items Timeline Measures and Evaluation Techniques 21 PROJECT PLAN EXAMPLE Goal Evaluation Objective Action Items Timeline Measures and Techniques Goal 1: Increase Objective 1: Provide 1. Community-based Mammography 1. CH will access to breast screening organizations and services will be measure the cancer screenings mammograms to 150 churches will be provided number of no- for women living in medically underserved contacted to throughout the shows for the rural parts of the rural women, ages 40 schedule screening grant period. appointments, Phoenix Affiliate's and older, living in the dates Potential sites with the goal of service area and Phoenix Affiliate's 2. Screenings will will be contacted reducing the no ensure continuity of service area using take place four to immediately and show rate from care for women in Community Hospital's five days per week, a schedule for 15% to 10%. need of follow-up mobile mammography depending on the each subsequent 2. CH will services van geographic locations quarter will be administer client Objective 2: Services of the screening sites completed six satisfaction for women in need of 1. Upon receiving an weeks in surveys (written follow-up services, abnormal finding, advance (with and phone- case managers who CH's case manager five slots per based) to ensure will refer women to will contact the quarter left open that clients are CH's radiology patient to help her for new receiving timely, department for set up an opportunities). courteous diagnostic services. appointment for services. diagnostic services. 3. CH will The case manager conduct quarterly will maintain frequent assessments contact with the with the sites patient during the visited by the diagnostic process. mobile mammography van to measure satisfaction with scheduling procedures, operations, and client follow-up. 4. CH will measure timeliness of care for diagnostic services, with the goal of completing dx procedures within 10 days of an abnormal finding. 22 GRANTEE REPORT ______Mid-Year Grant Report due in electronic version in July 15, of Grant Calendar year in electronic version to email@example.com. ______Year End Report due in electronic version in February 15, of year following December 31, of Grant calendar year to email@example.com One hard copy should be mailed or delivered to: Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Tarrant County, Ridgmar Mall or P.O. Box 101328, Fort Worth, Texas 76185. Please Type Project Director: Last name First name Middle Initial Agency: Project Title: Grant Start Date: End Date: Month/Day/Year Month/Day/Year 1. Project Summary: List each objective outlined in the original grant application. (Not more than 1 page) 2. What Percentage of Each Objective Was Met: Specific Aims: PERCENT COMPLETED: 1-25% 26-50% 51-75% 76-100% N/A Objective 1 Objective 2 Objective 3 Objective 4 Objective 5 23 3. Ancillary Services (Please also provide the report spreadsheets, letter size landscape orientation found under Grants – Forms on website.) _______ Patient Navigation _______ Financial _______ Emotional _______ Pharmaceutical _______ Nutritional _______ Transportation _______ Other 4. Education and Outreach programs (Please also provide the report spreadsheets, letter size, landscape orientation found under Grants - Forms website.) Number of people reached through large events such as health fairs Age range Ethnicity (give approximate percentage) for all events and programs Zips of participants Number of mammogram vouchers distributed Number of mammogram appointments made as result of vouchers Surveys used (yes or no). Please provide a sample of survey Results of surveys, i.e., changed attitudes and behavior Types of follow up procedures and results 5. Mammography, Diagnostic and Treatment Services provided with Komen Tarrant County funding. (Please also provide the report spreadsheets, legal size, landscape orientation found under Grants - Report Forms on website.) A. Number of mammograms provided:_______________________ B. Number of diagnostic procedures provided:_________________ C. Number of breast cancers detected:________________________ D. Number of patients given treatment assistance:______________ 6. Mammography, Diagnostic and Treatment Services provided with other funding sources. (Please also provide the report spreadsheets, legal sized, landscape orientation found under Grants – Report Forms on website.) A. Number of mammograms provided:________________________ B. Number of diagnostic procedures provided:__________________ C. Number of breast cancers detected:_________________________ D. Number of patients given treatment assistance:____________ 7. Other Sources of Support: In this section, please list any notice or receipt of other sources of financial or other support for this project received during the past six months. Organization Dollar Amount Other Support __________________ __________________ ___________________ __________________ __________________ __________________ __________________ __________________ ___________________ 24 8. Project materials: In this section, please list all published or produced materials, pictures, etc. for this grant project. Include copies of materials for Affiliate files. 9. Project Outcome Summary: In this section, please provide a short summary (200 words or less) in lay language describing the outcomes and accomplishment of this project. Include a statement of plans for the future of the program. 10. Accounting of Grant Funds: Please attach a current accounting of grant funds using the Budget Progress Report Form. (Found under Grants – Report Forms on website) ___________________________________________ Signature of Project Director Date Permission is hereby granted to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure to publish the above information. Proper credit will be given to grantee where appropriate 25 26 KOMEN TARRANT COUNTY RFA BUDGET ______Mid-year report ______Final report Requested from Komen From Other Sources Total Required Salaries Fringe Benefits Health Insurance Employer Pension Contributions Life Insurance Premiums Employer Payroll Taxes Consultant Costs Supplies (List below) Equipment (not to exceed $5,000) Travel Mileage Reimbursement Lease Expense 27 Patient Care Costs Screening Diagnostics Treatment Education Outreach Ancillary Services (list below) Sub-contracts Other (itemize below) Subtotal - Direct Costs Indirect Costs (not to exceed 15% of direct costs) Total 28 ANCILLARY SERVICES Grantee___________________________ Agency _____Jan-June _____July-Dec Patient Survey Navigation Financial Emotional Pharmaceutical Nutritional Transportation Others Age Ethnicity Zip Results EXAMPLE 3 sessions, $300, 5 family 98% 2 referrals, Cobra sessions $1,000 $300 night 59 H 76112 satisfaction 29 EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRESS REPORT Agency Name______________________________ _____Jan-June _____July-Dec No. MM Number Ages Vouchers Surveys Attitude Behavior MM EVENT Attending Range Ethnicity Zips Given Done Changes Changes Follow-up Scheduled EXAMPLE Hispanic and Catholic Charities African 76104, survey cards, email, School Event 200 20-70 American 76105, 25 yes results appts made phone calls 12 30 SCREENING - DIAGNOSTIC - TREATMENT REPORT Agency Name_________________________________ _____Jan-June _____July-Dec SC MM/Funding Symptomatic,CBE/ Funding DX MM/Funding Other DX/Funding DX/Stage Age Zip Ethnicity Treatment/Funding Genetic Referral Outcome Follow up EXAMPLE needle DCIS/ mastectomy, In MCR/Komen CBE, Kupferle mobile Kupferle/Kupferle bio/Kupferle stg II 54 76104 H chemo/DSHS no treatmnet 31
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Support for Internet Explorer 8 in Symantec Management Platform 7.0 SP2
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What limitations are there on using Internet Explorer 8 in Symantec Management Platform 7.0 SP2?
Internet Explorer 8 can be used but is not supported. You are not blocked from installing the Symantec Management Platform on a computer with Internet Explorer 8 installed, nor are you blocked from running the Symantec Management Console in Internet Explorer 8. However, if loaded in Internet Explorer 8, the Symantec Management Console displays a warning message advising you that you are using an unsupported browser.
The known issues with using Internet Explorer 8 are described below:
The context menu may be unavailable for report results
When you run a report and view the report results, you cannot select an item in the results grid, and you cannot load the context menu. Clicking (to select) or right-clicking (to open the context menu) on a row in the results grid has no effect. However, a script error is returned.
Cloned policies cannot be deleted
You can clone a policy by using the Clone option on the context menu. The cloned policy is added to the same folder as the original policy, with the text "Copy of" prepended to the policy name. However, when you attempt to delete a cloned policy (using the Delete option on the context menu) the operation fails with an error message.
The Symantec Management Console header does not display correctly
The layout is not properly aligned and the colors of some graphics may be incorrect.
Web part reports may not load correctly in a portal page
When you open a portal page, any web part reports contained on the page are loaded automatically. However, when you refresh any web part report, you may get a script error. The error message "Error loading script..." appears in a pop-up and needs to be closed (by clicking OK) in order to continue. Multiple copies of the error message may be displayed. When you have closed all the copies of the error message, the web part reports do not function, but the other web parts in the portal page will work correctly.
A warning message appears in the Console header
The message "You are using a non-supported browser. Some features will not work unless you use Internet Explorer 7.0." appears. This is correct, as the warning message is still valid for SMP SP2.
The Data Verification field in the Replication Rule page does not display correctly
When you view a replication rule page (menu path: Settings > All Settings, then in the left pane, Notification Server > Replication > Replication Rule), the arrow icon in the Data Verification field overlaps the adjacent text.
Report pages may not show the current parameter values
When you open a report, the last saved parameter values are displayed. If you change some of the parameters, and then click Refresh, the report will refresh and show the correct data. However, the parameter section at the top of the report is not updated. It still shows the same settings as when the report was opened.
When viewing report results, the Group By feature does not work correctly
When you view report results, the Group By drop-down list lets you select a column by which to group the results. However, when you make a selection, no grouping is made and results grid does not change.
Error messages may not display correctly
If there are any invalid settings in the Database Settings page, the error message that is shown at the bottom of the page may not display correctly. In some cases the error message is blank.
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Dalhart High School Dress Code Changes for 2009-2010 School Year
Please be aware of the following changes to the DHS dress code as you prepare to do your shopping. The updated DISD handbook will be on the DISD website soon at (www.dalhart.k12.tx.us). Please review the handbook to make sure you are aware of these changes.
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City slickers and city dwellers have long embraced urban gardening, growing fruits, vegetables, herbs and plants in kitchen windows, in planters on the patio or a small patch of earth in the backyard. The need for urban gardening began with a couple of beliefs. One belief was that "organic" and "pesticide free" lent itself to better tasting food and healthier eating. Another belief was that a beautiful garden can exist on a rooftop and in containers, and that space should not be a determining factor, but only a measurement for the size of the garden. Whichever belief leads one to buy potting soil, seeds and a trowel and fork set, or a combination of both, urban gardening has evolved to an American past-time and is no longer a passing trend.
Returning home to an even better Dalhart
Big city lights, the hustle and bustle, and great entertainment venues made big city living awesome, but something was missing; most simply home. As the lines of a famous song go, "the glitz and glamour are nice, but there is no place quite like home." I never realized how true that iconic lyric is. It has been three years, and I now return to Dalhart, fully knowing the unmatchable allure of home.
Coon Memorial Home crowns XIT King and Queen
Coon Memorial Nursing Home held its annual crowning of the XIT King and Queen on Tuesday, August 4th. Festivities began at 10:30 a.m. in the lounge of CMH, which was filled to capacity with residents, family, friends, and XIT officials.
Each 73rd XIT Rodeo and Reunion Director was introduced. They each let everyone know what tasks they were individually responsible for this year. The directors include Andrew Banks, Greg Batenhorst, John Foley, Marty Galloway, Tommy Parker, Scott Simmons, Chad Strafuss, Travis Taylor and Troy Valdez. Also attending were the 72nd XIT Queen Laramie Wing, 73rd XIT Queen candidates Jamie Coleen Frazier and Rebecca Richardson, the newly crowned Little Mr. XIT Stratton Potter and Little Miss XIT Dylan Moore. The directors and other XIT officials make an impressive entry into any event, with their starched white shirts and cowboy hats.
Lowest score determines ranking for entire district
Results from the Texas Education Agency 2009 District Accountability were released on July 31st and are available to the community online or by visiting the school administration building.
Dalhart Elementary School ranked Exemplary, the highest possible rating. Dalhart Intermediate School ranked the second highest rating with Recognized. Dalhart Junior High School received the lowest ranking with Academically Unacceptable. Dalhart High School and the XIT School both ranked Acadmically Acceptable, the third possible rating.
Dalhart football and volleyball begin two a day practices
The Dalhart Wolves football and Lady Wolves volleyball teams began two a day practices on Monday. Both teams will be looking to repeat or better last years district record. The football team went 4-1 in district while the Lady Wolves were 10-0. Early Monday's practice did not include freshmen who will meet with coach Young in the afternoon to pick up equipment. There were close to 60 players working out on the field during the morning practice gearing up for their first scrimmage against WT High in Stinnett on the 15th of August.
Historic hotel closes doors
Gleaming crystal chandeliers, historic accommodations, sumptuous cuisine, and most recently locked doors. The Historic Eklund Hotel in Clayton, New Mexico has fallen prey to declining tourism. The hotel, restaurant, and bar closed its' doors at the end of April. The hotel, a famed piece of the Old West including a saloon with bullet holes in the tin ceiling was constructed in 1892, and underwent an extensive 2.3 million dollar renovation just five years ago.
XIT Junior Rodeo 2009
A Muddy arena, beautiful weather, wild stick horses, and varied aged youth decked in full western regalia promised for a memorable day for all who attended the 2009 XIT Junior Rodeo. The true western spirit was alive and well at the XIT Arena Saturday morning as reigning XIT Queen Laramie Wing rode through the arena displaying the XIT Colors. Little Mr. XIT Dylan Moore and Little Miss XIT Stratton Potter joined in the pursuit and were transported through the arena waving to all attendees.
Welcome to the 73rd XIT Rodeo & Reunion
On behalf of the Dalhart Texan, we would like to welcome all visitors of the XIT Rodeo and Reunion to Dalhart. You are about to experience a city and a celebration like none other. A community and celebration that are both long steeped in both history and long run heritage of the true western spirit.
The Dalhart Senior Citizens Center Coffee Reception in honor of Volunteers
The Dalhart Senior Citizens Center held a Coffee Reception on Wednesday, July 29th recognizing the centers Volunteers. The reception began at 10:00 a.m. in the Center's gathering room with coffee, fresh fruit, pastry and certificates of appreciation were presented to all the volunteers.
Boy Scout Troop 101 heads out
On Monday, July 13th Dalhart's Boy Scout Troop 101 headed for the mountains. After last year's very successful canoe trip to Arkansas, the guys decided to head to Colorado to bag some 14,000 foot peaks. Rest days were open to fly fishing. Leaving Dalhart at 5:30 a.m. the troop traveled the mountains west of Creed Colorado. Eleven hours in the vehicles left the scouts with lots of pent up energy. They needed that energy the next morning when Scoutmaster Christopher Joens led them to the top of Handies Peak.
World War II Historical marker unveiled in Dalhart
The Texas Historical Commission in conjunction with the Dallam County Historical Commission, the City of Dalhart and Hartley County will dedicate an official Texas Historical marker commemorating the historical significance of Dalhart Army Air Field during World War II.
La Rita Melodrama: Great Family Fun
As everyone eagerly anticipates Dalhart's XIT season, many cast members are perfecting lines for this year's La Rita melodrama, "The Masked Canary."
Local dairy receives Supplier of the Year award
Executives from The Kroger Company (www.kroger.com; NYSE: KR) and Select Milk Producers, Inc. visited the Dalhart area Thursday to present Natural Prairie Dairy Farm and the dairy's employees the prestigious Kroger's Supplier of the Year award.
Changes in tradition
Tradition dictates that change comes slow for the XIT Rodeo and Reunion in Dalhart. They have been serving up the street parade, rodeo, dances, and free feeds for years. But, the XIT Directors who put on the event are always trying to make the experience the best it can be. Under the leadership of President John Foley, there are several big and very positive changes for attendees during the 73rd Annual XIT Rodeo and Reunion on August 6, 7, 8.
First Presbyterian Church welcomes new pastor
Pastor Dave grew up in Forest Grove, Michigan. He and his wife Shannon have two teenage children, Vicki, who will be going off to college this fall, and Craig who will be a 11th grader in high school.
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I have never met a person who has not failed at one time or another in their life. It is not failing that is the problem; but what one does after the failure. To accept failure as the final end is to become a true failure. Looking at failure as a learning tool contributes to one's growth.
Fire Chief has personal experience with fire-starting battery charger
Dalhart Fire Chief Curtis Brown recently became aware of the potential dangers of battery chargers when a battery charger for his digital camera caught fire in his home. The fire occurred while Chief Brown was resting from an all night fire. The fire was caught early, but the possibility of fires occurring in homes within the area led him to comment about the subject.
Rain, an almost forgotten occurrence
Rain is defined as the condensation of atmospheric water vapor into drops heavy enough to fall, making it to the surface of the earth. I felt that I needed to brush up on the definition. In recent times, we have not gotten to hear its soothing pitter-patter on the roof, smell its clean refreshing scent, or see the wonders it can do to our dry mother earth in our locale. However, most recently our plagued abstinence of rain has been broken.
Dalhart Fire Chief gives thanks to area agencies
Late Tuesday evening, July 14th a fire broke out at the Beck Ranch, located about 30 miles southwest of Dalhart. The fire began at approximately 7:00 p.m. and ultimately didn't succumb to firemen until July 15th. The Dalhart Fire Department responded to the fire, which quickly grew. Assistance rolled in from the Sedan Fire Department in New Mexico and the Texline Fire Department. The firemen worked through the night to battle the blaze that consumed 920 acres.


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Jan 26, 2015: Surprised at being selected for the Padma Shri, Indian women's cricket team captain Mithali Raj says she was not expecting the prestigious honour with some men's team superstars also in the race
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India complete landmark victory
Aug 16, 2014: It has been eight years since India Women last played a Test match, but they made light of that lengthy gap by beating England Women by six wickets in Wormsley
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Raj key in India's test of nerve
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Can India make case for Test future?
Aug 12, 2014: Only three of the India Women's team have played Test cricket but their one-off Test against England, the most well-funded women's team, will be an important marker for the future
India Women in England 2014
Beating England will be a big achievement - Mithali
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Jun 5, 2014: India Women captain Mithali Raj has urged the BCCI to organise more Test matches for the national women's team, which is set to play its first five-day match in eight years when it tours England in August
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Raj, Lanning set up win over MCC
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India wrap up 2016 berth with narrow win
Apr 2, 2014: India Women booked a place in the 2016 Women's World T20 with a narrow win over Pakistan Women in the qualification play-off in Sylhet
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Mithali, Raut guide India to consolation win
Apr 1, 2014: Half-centuries from Mithali Raj and Poonam Raut gave India Women a consolation nine-wicket win over West Indies Women in Sylhet
Bangladesh v West Indies, Women's World T20, Sylhet
Shrubsole, Gunn steamroll India Women
Mar 26, 2014: England seamers Anya Shrubsole and Jenny Gunn pushed India's campaign in the Women's World T20 further off course with a resounding five-wicket loss, their second in as many matches
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Raj braces for opener challenge
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Pop music fans were hit with a harsh reality on March 25, when Zayn Malik announced his exit from 1D, but this may soften the blow. The Spice Girls… Read Article ▶
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Spice Girls: Listen To Four Amazing Never Before Heard Leaked Songs2 months ago 0
This is NOT a joke! Four never before heard Spice Girls tracks have been leaked and we are in actual music heaven. Trust us, you're going to want to… Read Article ▶
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Geri Halliwell Engaged: Former Spice Girl Marrying Christian Horner5 months ago 0
Ginger Spice is getting hitched to her Formula 1 team boss boyfriend! You won't believe how the singer announced her engagement! Geri Halliwell is… Read Article ▶
Backstreet Boys & Spice Girls 'In Talks' To Tour Together — The Truth1 year ago 1
Ready to party like it's 1999? The Backstreet Boys are about to go on tour with Avril Lavigne, but according to a new report, they could be joined by… Read Article ▶
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Emma Stone Fangirls Out Over The Spice Girls — Watch1 year ago 4
Emma Stone is the biggest Spice Girls fan ever. No, seriously, Emma Stone LOVES the Spice Girls! Click here — you've got to see this video! Emma… Read Article ▶
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Fifth Harmony Reveals Spice Girls Duet With Demi Lovato1 year ago 3
The hottest girls to emerge from 'The X Factor' will soon be sharing a stage with their mentor, Demi! HollywoodLife.com got all the EXCLUSIVE details… Read Article ▶
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Howard Stern Disses The Spice Girls On 'America's Got Talent'2 years ago 4
We always knew that Howard Stern was blunt, but he didn't have to diss one of the newest judges on 'AGT,' Mel B, on the June 4 season premiere. Watch… Read Article ▶
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Fifth Harmony Looking To Become The Next Spice Girls2 years ago 10
Now that 'The X Factor' finalists are in the studio recording their debut album, HollywoodLife.com has learned EXCLUSIVELY what we should expect to… Read Article ▶
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The Spice Girls Need To Reunite Permanently After Olympics Performance3 years ago 1
The iconic 90's girl group reunited for the closing ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics on August 12 -- and they absolutely stole the show! Find out… Read Article ▶
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Spice Girls Vs. One Direction: Who Rocked The Olympics Better?3 years ago 14
It was a battle of the bands — and the sexes — Aug. 12 during the closing ceremonies of the 2012 Olympics games. Pop royalty past and present… Read Article ▶
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The Spice Girls Rock The Olympic Closing Ceremony In Sexy Looks3 years ago 1
The '90s pop sensation gave fans what they really, really wanted and performed at the 2012 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony last night looking… Read Article ▶
Spice Girls Perform At 2012 Olympics Closing Ceremony3 years ago 10
The iconic girl group reunited for the closing ceremony of the London Olympics. What did YOU think of their performance? The Spice Girls brought us… Read Article ▶
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Micha Lindenstrauss is saving the best for last. With his tenure as State
Comptroller ending in just a few weeks, he released the long-awaited report as
to the government's performance in the Turkish flotilla debacle in May 2010. The
report was less than flattering toward Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, his
ministers and the IDF.The report really takes to task the decision
making process employed by the prime minister and the IDF. Unlike other
military connected operations, the flotilla was something which could have been
prepared for in advance. The intelligence community knew the IHH was planning to
try and break the Gaza blockade months ahead of time.From what can be
read into the report and the various analyses published in the Israeli press,
the problem was that no one took this flotilla too seriously. By the time the
threat was understood, it was too late and events took a turn for the worse.
Much worse.IN MY opinion, the flotilla incident was probably the single
worst hasbara (public diplomacy) fiasco Israel has experienced in over a decade,
and that includes the Second Lebanon War. It turns out that at least some of
that damage could have been avoided.Before I get to that, though, I'd
like to point out a few facets of the report I found particularly interesting.
First is the wide international media coverage the story has gotten. A good
percentage of the articles I read implied the IDF commando raid was illegal
despite the fact that the report itself did not indicate that whatsoever. It's a
shame that so many of the pieces failed to mention the Turkel committee and the
subsequent United Nations inquiry which both found the Gaza blockade to comply
with international law.ANOTHER ASPECT which must be taken very seriously
is the lack of coordinated public diplomacy effort before, during and after the
incident. Reading between the lines of the various articles written in the
Israeli press, it's clear that one of the major problems is too many cooks in
the kitchen. Both the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the Foreign Ministry
were chastised in the report.In response, senior officials from both
branches went on the defensive. Officials at the Foreign Ministry went so far as
to say that they were the first to kick into damage control mode during the
confrontation, despite the lack of information from the army. Minister Avigdor
Liberman even suggested that his office should be the one speaking to the
foreign press.The questions remain: Who exactly is in charge of dealing
with public diplomacy at this level and is there anyone coordinating the
message? I suspect that the answers will depend on who you ask and which day of
the week they get the question.The logistics of dealing with situations
like this, though, should be clear. Public diplomacy must take the format from
the military, considering every situation which threatens Israel's image as if
it was a conventional attack. Hasbara war rooms, coordinating all of the
players, must be manned 24 hours a day and on alert for potential threats.
Extensive preparations need to be made weeks in advance in cases such as the
flotilla.If there's an ongoing story, every correspondent needs
information immediately. If we don't provide it, they'll only be reporting the
narrative eagerly handed out by our enemies. Pertinent data coupled with
background information must be made available to the international
media.At all costs, we must avoid the situation where the reporting has
spiraled out of control with lies, slander and fake or doctored visuals. The
price for failure in the media war is very high. There might not be Israeli dead
or injured but every time an opinion is changed from pro to anti-Israel is a
loss.WE ARE used to fighting to defend ourselves and our right to live
in peace. Sometimes, though, we also need to seize to moment with the
international media. We now are at that crossroads with regard to the
flotilla.On Friday, the story broke that the President of the IHH,
Bulent Yildirim, is being investigated for allegedly transferring funds to
al-Qaida. This is according to reports out of Turkey, no less.According
to the Turkish daily Haberturk, the head of the organization which organized the
flotilla might have been funneling aid to the organization which perpetrated
9/11. Not only that but the Turks apparently raided the IHH offices in
Istanbul and found weapons, explosives and bomb making instructions. Allegedly,
there was also documentation showing the IHH was planning to take part in terror
attacks in Afghanistan, Chechnya and Bosnia as well.We can't let this
story get buried.Israel has taken a weak stance towards Turkey on the
flotilla. We were in the right in stopping the boats from reaching Gaza. We
regret the loss of life but our soldiers were attacked and their lives were at
risk. We have repeatedly tried to mend fences with Ankara, to no avail. That has
not stopped the Turks from demanding an apology and reparations, slapping
sanctions on us and indicting the top IDF commanders who were involved in the
raid. This is something which we should not tolerate.So now the time has
come for Israel's public diplomacy to spearhead an offensive. Not only should we
press the story of the Yildirim investigation, we should be pointing out that
this is not the first story to indicate that the IHH is rooted in terrorism and
murder. We have the ammunition – it's time to use it.While we coordinate
this media blitz and hopefully gain some leverage, our diplomats must discreetly
reach out to and propose an end to the diplomatic freeze. While there
were some innocent activists aboard the boats, the flotilla was organized by a
terrorist organization. It's time to put the incident aside and offer a
normalization of relations. We shouldn't ask for an apology, but should be ready
to match every demand that Turkey made from us, if that normalization is
rejected.The writer is an independent media
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