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Community Implementation Funding

Overview

2023 Community Implementation Funding Opportunity
Request for Proposals

Get Healthy San Mateo County awards funding to community and faith-based organizations, non-profits, public agencies, and schools for placed-based primary prevention and health equity efforts. The focus of this funding is to improve the health of SMC residents by building healthy, equitable communities where “all residents, regardless of income, race/ethnicity, age, ability, immigration status, sexual orientation, or gender have the opportunity to reach their full potential” – the Get Healthy SMC vision.

The Request for Proposals (RFP) has been released through Public Purchase where proposers will submit their applications. Download the RFP.

Timeline:

  • Request for Proposals (RFP) Release | January 3, 2023
  • RFP Informational Webinar | 12 -1:30 p.m. PST, January 9, 2023
  • Deadline for Questions, Comments Exceptions | 12 p.m. PST, January 23, 2023
  • Publication of Responses to Questions | 12 p.m. PST, January 30, 2023
  • Applications Due | Before 5 p.m. PST, February 10, 2023
  • Anticipated Award Notification | April 3, 2023
  • Anticipated Contract Start Date | July 1, 2023

The webinar recording and presentation are now available.

The County of San Mateo has a previously recorded virtual training for local community-based organizations on how to use Public Purchase to access formal solicitations posted by the County of San Mateo. You can also review the frequently asked questions (FAQ) document to address any potential questions you have regarding Public Purchase. 

Questions?

  • Check out the Q&A Document for questions and answers on eligibility, project, evaluation, and general.
  • The deadline to ask RFP questions has passed.  
  • Technical issues in Public Purchase will need to be submitted directly to Public Purchase.
  • Any question related to the application template, please contact Rosa Torpis at rtorpis@smcgov.org.  

Ready to apply? Get the details for applying here: How to Apply for the 2023 RFP 

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How to Apply for the 2023 RFP
Applications must be submitted by February 10, 2023, before 5 p.m.

Funding Timeline: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2025

All applications must be submitted through Public Purchase. 

  1. Create or confirm login
    To create your login, register for a free account through Public Purchase. We recommend applicants register for an account right away. It may take Public Purchase a few business days to activate an account. You can view the Public Purchase training for guidance on how to register for an account. Register for new your account here. If you already have a login, go directly to the RFP.
     
  2. Attend RFP Informational Webinar  
    Monday, January 9 | 12:00-1:00 p.m.
    Learn more about the 2023 GHSMC Community Implementation Funding Request for Proposals (RFP) and ask staff questions about project ideas, eligibility, and the application process. Attendance highly recommended, but not mandatory for applicants. Watch webinar recording or review the presentation.
     
  3. Review the Sample Application
    We encourage you to review the sample application before starting the online application in order to get a better idea of all the information required to successfully complete the application. Be sure to also check out last year’s Community Implementation Funding FAQs.
     
  4. Work on your downloaded application
    Prior to starting your online application, download the Funding Application Word document. You must download the fillable application, complete the application, and upload the application onto Public Purchase. Don’t forget to download the RFP.
     
  5. Apply before 5 p.m. on February 10!
    Submit your application through Public Purchase. 

If you have general questions about the GHSMC Community implementation Funding RFP, please contact Rosa Torpis at RTorpis@smcgov.org.

Technical issues must be submitted to Public Purchase directly. To learn more, check out the Public Purchase FAQs.

Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Please remember the online application will close immediately at 5 p.m. on February 10, 2023. You will need to press submit prior to 5 p.m. We will not accept applications after the deadline.