Using Submittable to Apply

Here are some guidelines from Submittable to help make sure your application process is as seamless as possible:

  • You will need to create a free Submittable account, or sign in with Google or Facebook credentials in order to submit to these forms.
  • You can save a draft of your work if you would like to finish filling out the form at a later date.
  • If you need to make changes to your form, please withdraw your submission and resubmit.
  • If anything changes with the information you submitted, please request to edit the submission
  • Our platform works best on Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Internet Explorer is not supported. Please make sure you are using a supported browser, and that the files are valid file types. You can find the acceptable file types under the "Choose File" button on the application.
  • We will follow-up with you about your submission by email. Please be sure to safelist notification emails from Submittable and check the email you used to sign up for your Submittable Account regularly. 
  • Check out the Submitter Resource Center for help videos and articles or to reach out to Submittable's Customer Support team with any technical questions.
  • If you do not receive a confirmation of submission, via email, you may not have submitted the application. It is very important to hit "SUBMIT" at the end of the application. Please contact us at NOF-ARPA@SPGrace.com if you do not receive a confirmation of your submission.


Supporting Documents

To support your application and expedite your application process, you may want to have these documents easily available to upload:

  • IRS Determination letter
  • Non-profit incorporation papers
  • Michigan Annual Non-Profit Report
  • Certificate of Good Standing with the State of Michigan (LARA)
  • Financial statements (e.g., bank statements, cash flow statements, IRS form 990)
  • Community assessments, surveys, letters of support
  • Program promotional material
  • Proof of other awarded funds for your program (e.g., award letters)
  • MOU with 501(c)3 fiduciary (if applicable)



Please answer EVERY question to avoid any issues with your application submission. Also, make sure you are using Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Internet Explorer is not supported by the Submittable platform.

If you still have questions, make sure to download and read the Information Packet here.