Posted on May 17, 2012
REMINDER : Heart&Stroke Walkabout™ is offering Walkable Communities Grants to help organizations or groups take steps to increase walking participation. Deadline for submissions is Monday July 9th 2012.
Application
Walkable Communities Grant 2012 – Application
Categories of Grants
- Infrastructure: improved accessibility or physical improvements to existing walking infrastructure to encourage Nova Scotians to walk more (e.g. signage, aesthetic features, safety, cost, scheduling)
- Marketing: innovative marketing and encouragement programs (new media, community based social marketing, incentive programs etc.) that link with Heart&Stroke Walkabout™ and encourage Nova Scotians to walk more.
- Advocacy: communication or other activities addressing a local issue (e.g. lack of crosswalks) or project that would promote walkability (e.g. Engaging with decision makers to advance policy change or changes in infrastructure, to create long-term change for better walkability)
Eligible Groups
Groups eligible to apply for this funding include organizations, groups of individuals or communities. Those who have previously received a Walkability Grant may reapply.
Level of Support
Grants of $500 to $2,000 will be awarded to 3-12 groups this year. A total of $6000 will be distributed. Funds will be distributed by Fall 2012 and completed spending is required by Aug 31 2013. A final report will be required at that time.Successful applicants will receive a package of Walkabout promotional items to enhance your project.
Criteria
The grant proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria. Priority will be give to proposals that:
- Are action and results oriented, with an achievable work plan.
- Clearly and effectively link with action or strategic direction of Heart & Stroke Walkabout™(* See attached fact sheet or visit www.heartandstroke.ns.ca)
- Communicate a clear purpose and activities that are reasonable and can be evaluated for their effectiveness
- Build public support and involvement
- Engage local or regional leaders and decision makers (e.g. informing municipal counselor of your plans)
- Build on existing community support or physical activity strategies (e.g. Municipal Physical Activity Leadership strategies; school or municipal active transportation plans)
Useful Resources:
Infrastructure and Advocacy: https://walkaboutns.ca/walkabout-info/resources/creating-walkable-communities/
Marketing: Heart&Stroke Walkabout has transit ads, posters, signage templates, radio ads, wholesale rates on pedometers, tracking tools, The Walkabout logo is available for appropriate use.
Inquiries should be communicated to
Elaine Shelton, Director of Health Promotion, Policy and Research: 423-7682 X3311 or [email protected]
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