Request for Proposal

Request for Proposal

We are seeking proposals for programs or projects that will address the needs of senior citizens whose quality of life is being diminished due to mental or other health related issues. We seek proposals that will provide opportunities for them to incorporate the arts in their lives in meaningful ways.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Learning by Giving Foundation has granted $10,000 to the University of Wisconsin Green Bay’s 2017 Strategic Philanthropy course. This money will be awarded by students to an organization in Brown County. Students have become involved in the philanthropic process as they identify an issue in their community and strategically award the money to an organization that will address the issue.

Outcome Goal
Our goal is to increase arts-related opportunities that engage senior citizens whose quality of life is being diminished due to mental or other health related issues. We seek projects that will:

      Engage and increase arts-related opportunities for senior citizens
      Use creative and innovative approaches that include any of the following art forms: visual arts, painting, performing arts, music, storytelling, dancing, etc.
      Has the potential to become a long lasting, sustainable program

It is optional for proposals to include intergenerational opportunities that engage senior citizens with people of other ages. These proposals will receive special consideration. 

Submission Details
Submit proposals via email by 3:00pm, April 5th, 2017 to:
Lora H. Warner, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Public Affairs,

The awardee will be selected in late April and announced May 3, 2017 at our award event at 4:30pm in the Christie Theatre.


Funds may not support any University of Wisconsin Green Bay program, religious organization, or an individual. 

Cover Sheet: Organization Details
Provide the following information about your organization:
      Name of Organization
      Title of Project or Program Proposed
      Website address
      Mailing Address
      Email Address
      Name of Contact Person
      Contact’s Phone Number

Narrative Questions
Please do not exceed 5 pages.
1.    Please describe your organization’s interest and experience in providing arts opportunities for seniors. Describe training, credentials, and experience of your staff regarding the arts.
2.    Explain your proposed program and include the following
a.    Goals and objectives
b.    Specific activities that will take place, including location
c.     How will you recruit people to participate in your program?
3.    How will your program benefit seniors mentally or physically? What is your ideal outcome and how would you measure it?
4.    What makes this program stand out? What makes it unique or special? 
5.    What are potential challenges you foresee, and how will you address them? 
6.    What actions will be taken to ensure sustainability of this program?
7.    Do you plan to incorporate younger generations and if so, how?  (This is optional but preference will be given to those who choose to do so.)
8.    Provide a budget and narrative for the proposed program, up to $10,000. Please list other funds/support are you receiving for this program.

Additional Materials to Include
      501(c)(3) Non Profit Certification Letter
      List of Board Members with affiliations
      Annual Operating Budget and Balance Sheet
      Any other materials to help us better understand your organization

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