Good Health Wins
The Saving Ourselves Committee is kicking off our 2024 GHWins mini-grant application process.
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Saving Ourselves Mini-Grant FAQ
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Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship Inc.® joined the Good Health Wins Immunization Network
(GHWINs), whose goal of reducing social determinants to health equity, closely aligns with the mission
and national initiatives of our beloved organization. Through this collaboration, Swing and countless
community leaders will work to increase confidence in vaccines as a health benefit, dispelling myths,
and improving access among people of color.
The National Office created the Saving Ourselves (SOS) campaign to drive our national health initiative
because we understand that any effort to improve health access and frequency will directly save our
communities and ultimately save ourselves. This year, we are proud to offer region and chapter-level
mini-grants to fund innovative community-based activities around vaccine education and outreach.
Grant Award
There will be (2) grant periods in 2024: July – September and October - December. The Fall Saving
Ourselves GHWins Mini-Grant award will reimburse applicants up to $750 for qualifying services.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must submit a complete application, sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), document
mini-grant-related service project(s) via the national community outreach log, participate in mandatory
GHWins Community of Practice (CoP) events, and complete a final report documenting how the
project(s) will impact the broader community (i.e., # vaccinations, # tests administered, # educational
materials provided, target population demographics, community partnerships, etc.).
Are all SWING regions and chapters eligible?
Yes, all regions and chapters in good standing with the National Office are eligible to apply.
What is “in good standing”?
In good standing means that any region or chapter applying for the mini-grant must comply with all
national requirements, must not have any open financial arrears, and must not have any judiciary
infractions.
Can we apply for the SOS mini-grants more than once?
Yes, Regions/chapters can apply for funding up to two (2) times a year during the GHWins fiscal year.
Applicants are encouraged to apply for both grant periods.
How are mini-grant funds awarded?
Funds will be awarded to regions and chapters after completing the proposed project(s) and all
mandatory grant activities and training. The National Treasurer will only issue mini-grant funding to
regions and chapters with an active Swing bank account that is associated with the national TIN #.
What is the time frame to complete a grant project?
All mini-grant projects must be completed within the grant period (November - December 2024).
What if we don’t spend all the funds or cannot complete the project on time?
• Swing wants you to create strong service events, do not be afraid to invest in projects that will benefit
the broader community.
• The National Office will only fund up to the approved amount evidenced in your project reporting • All
mini-grant projects must be completed during the grant period, no extensions • Regions/Chapters that
do not complete the grant requirements will forfeit any expectation of funding.
Can mini-grant funds be used for recruitment/capacity building?
Funds are strictly limited to health equity project(s) dedicated to increasing vaccine awareness and adoption. Promoting
our service campaign will naturally create interest in the organization. However, funds cannot be used
directly to improve the member base of the applicant region or chapter (i.e., recruiting, expressos,
fundraising).
Can mini-grant funds be spent on food or incentives?
Yes, however, this should be no more than 20% of the total grant allocation and must be
health-oriented. Any expense over 20% will not be considered for reimbursement.
What activities cannot be funded by this mini-grant?
Mini-grant funds cannot be used for general operating costs; administrative costs; transportation; salaries; individual compensation; room reservations; capital campaigns including brick-and-mortar establishments, scholarships, etc.; fundraising events including the purchase of tickets or tables, membership drives, raffles, or auctions; political or religious activities that conflict with IRS 501(c) tax
classification of Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship Inc. ®; books or equipment unrelated to the program or intended for use outside the project.
How can you apply?
Click Here for The Fa24 application documents.
Additional Questions?
Contact the GHWins Project Manager Sis. Lori Gittens at lori.gittens10np@swingphiswing.org
