In the event that funding is awarded pursuant to this request, the undersigned agrees that the information, certifications, and representations stated below have been made by an authorized official of the organization and are complete and accurate to the best of their knowledge. If you are not authorized to make these certifications, please have someone from the organization that is authorized sign this page before submitting.
Requirements to receive funding:
- 1) Certifies that the organization is a 501c3 eligible organization, an instrumentality of the state, or an institution of higher education created by state statute, in good standing, as determined by the Internal Revenue Service.
- 2) Agrees that funds will be used as outlined in the budget submitted with the request and agrees to notify Ball Brothers Foundation immediately of any change in status involving this award.
- 3) Agrees to maintain complete and accurate accounting records, including receipts and disbursements related to the expenditure of grant funds, and shall retain such records for a period of no less than two (2) years following the conclusion of the grant period. The Foundation reserves the right, at its own expense and upon providing reasonable notice to the Grantee, to inspect, audit, and/or copy any records pertaining to this grant.
- 4) Acknowledges and agrees that no portion of the grant funds shall be expended, directly or indirectly, to influence legislation, participate in political campaigns, or otherwise engage in lobbying or political activity of any kind.
- 5) Agrees that grant funds will not be used, transferred, or expended for any purpose prohibited under applicable U.S. or foreign laws, including but not limited to laws prohibiting support of terrorism or terrorist organizations.
- 6) Acknowledges and agrees that information regarding this grant may be publicly disclosed by the Foundation, including, without limitation, through press releases, social media platforms, or other forms of public communication in connection with the Foundation's grantmaking activities.
- 7) Agrees that any grant payment may be discontinued, modified, or withheld at any time at the discretion of Ball Brothers Foundation or when such action is necessary to comply with the requirements of law or this agreement.
- 8) Agrees to submit a final report within thirty (30) days following the project end date specified in the grant submission. Any extension of the reporting deadline must be requested in writing and approved by the foundation prior to the original due date.
Please Note: If the organization requires the use of a fiscal sponsor or any other special handling of funding based on its nonprofit status, additional agreements may be required after an award.