2019 CCCC Childcare Grant Application

In collaboration with the CCCC Feminist Caucus, CCCC is pleased to offer small grants of no more than $300 per attendee that can be used to offset the costs of childcare at the 2019 annual convention, either for use with approved providers or for other childcare needs as described by the applicant. Pittsburgh Parent includes a listing of childcare options and resources for parents in the city: http://www.pittsburghparent.com/Resource-Directories/Childcare/. Pittsburgh also has some flexible childcare options: https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2017/02/20/flexable-website-offers-parents-last-minute-child-care-options/ and https://www.care.com/drop-in-child-care/pittsburgh-pa. Priority for these funds will be given to adjuncts, graduate students, and/or other members demonstrating financial need.

Criteria for Evaluating Grant Applications: The committee will review the applications submitted and will rank them, prioritizing the following criteria:

discussion of financial need and proposal for how funds will be used (see list below for ineligible expenses)
how the funding award will enable the applicant to attend and participate in the convention
how participation in the convention will advance the applicant's personal and professional goals
how the award will support applicant’s contributions to the profession and the CCCC organization

To apply for funds, please complete the application below by January 31, 2019.

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* 1. Contact Information

Name

Institution

Current Position

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City/Town

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ZIP/Postal Code

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Email Address

Phone Number

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* 2. Conference Participation Commitments: Please describe the activities you are committed to attending at the 2019 convention. This can include panel presentations/concurrent sessions, committee meetings or membership responsibilities, pre-conference workshops, interviews, or other scheduled activities you will be attending at the conference.

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* 3. Statement of Request: In up to 250 words, please describe how the childcare grant would support your work at the conference, or your professional development in general. CCCC's goal in offering childcare grants is to enable members with caregiving responsibilities to participate in this important annual professional opportunity. In your statement please speak to how this funding will further this organizational goal.