FFRC Grant Announcements Thread

We used to have an FFRC Thread going back to 2005, but I figure it is time to start a new one. Yes, folks, the Foundation For Rich Content is still here, alive and kicking. And we're about to give away L$75,000 in grants for rich content. Read on to find out more! In this thread, we will post answers to questions as well as announcements on when funding is available and who won grants. We won't post our meeting chatlogs here since those are available at our google groups (search us in world in groups and you can get more info about the FFRC, also).

For Immediate Release 10-20-2007

FFRC Offers Grants Totalling L$75,000

The Foundation For Rich Content will offer up to L$75,000 (75 thousand Linden dollars) for the fall granting cycle. Applicants may request UP TO $25,000 per project to create rich content in second life. Applicants may also choose to request smaller funding amounts for smaller projects. Funding may be used to upload textures, acquire goods or services necessary to the project, to pay staff, or fund other requirements of the project. The deadline for applications is November 25.

Applicants are asked to fill out a very short form to describe the project. Project proposals will be evaluated in terms of their uniqueness in SL, the ability of residents to access the content, and the clarity of the application. The applicant's reputation for doing prior work of excellent quality may also enter the discussion and consideration of the deciding members. Successful applicants will submit a short follow-up report including snapshots of the project.

For more information, contact Persephone Phoenix in world. Grant Application form is in the following post!

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Dear applicant:
Thank you for your interest in the Foundation For Rich Content, and for your work in SL to enrich the lives of residents.

To apply, complete the application and return it to Persephone Phoenix as a notecard named FFRC Application (name of your project) The first part of the form should be filled out to receive funding. The second part of the form should be filled out only should you receive funding and should be sent back along with a photo (or several) and any testimonials about the project that was funded. This should be sent back in a folder called "FFRC Funding Followup (name of your project).

Part 1.

1. What is the name of the project and who is the contact person for the project?



2. Describe the project including location, people involved, and what the project will do to enrich the lives of SL residents?



3. How do you plan to use the (up to $25,000 LINDEN dollars) grant? (i.e. staffing costs? uploads? equipment? etc.)


4. Do you agree to place an FFRC sponsorship sign at the site if you are funded and to complete and return part 2 of the application?


5. When and for how long will the project occur?


6. Will the content be suitable for all audiences or geared for specific audiences? Is the locale for the content on a PG sim or a mature sim?

7. I understand that the grant is in Linden Dollars and not in any other currency.

8. I would be interested in receiving a land grant for up to 3 months to use for this project.
___Yes ____No


PART 2

Please return to Persephone Phoenix along with picture(s) of the project and any participant testimonials that might convey a sense of what happened with the project.

1. I found the assistance received by the FFRC to be
a. essential to my project
b. very helpful to my project
c. somewhat helpful to my project
d. validating recognition
e. not that important in the long run

2. FFRC Grants were spent on
a. staffing
b. downloads
c. materials
d. advertising
e. other (please type in what)

3. Please estimate the number of people who were able to access the project.

4. In your opinion, how did the project go? Did it work as you anticipated it working? Would you do anything differently next time?

5. How would you describe the collaboration with the FFRC? Was the application easy to understand? Is there something you'd like to see the FFRC work on that could have helped your project better succeed? What would you suggest to make this process more clear or useful?

6. We are thinking of inviting past fundees to become affiliates of the FFRC so that our work can help more people - are you interested in being a part of this program and would you be able to participate in one or more of the activities below?

Please check ALL that apply.
[ ] Helping the FFRC to spread the word about the Foundation, grant programs and events?
[ ] Host events at your site?
[ ] Host an officially designed FFRC Info/Donation box at your site?
[ ] Volunteer to assist with events and fundraising activities?