Link to the Press Release:
https://www.tencentsmichigan.org/2023_24_program_year
Feel free to re-post the text of the press release directly on your website or share out the link.
Link to the Application Information Page
https://www.tencentsmichigan.org/application_info
This page contains relevant links and resources for prospective grantees including a step-by-step application guide, links to the annual training, a virtual application walkthrough, and handouts.
Outreach Tools
For outreach specific to promoting the application please use the links above.
For a map of eligible entities created by MDE visit: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/1dc1ea785fff40f3b4a2da7059b2e39c/
- With this map you are able to see all eligible entities in each county and search for entities using the search bar on the right.
A spreadsheet version with eligible entities can be downloaded here
10 Cents a Meal Training Announcements
Registration is now available for 2023 -2024 program year training to learn more about the program, get help with the application, and get answers to your questions. There will also be hands-on application assistance. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.
Join us for a workshop to learn how 10 Cents a Meal works, how to source local produce, and what is needed to participate. Bring your laptop if you would like help with completing your application during the session, or just bring your questions.
- Wayne RESA - Monday October 23 2pm <Registration Link >
- Wayne RESA - Tuesday October 24, 6pm <Registration Link >
- Kent ISD - Thursday October 26 2pm < Registration Link>
Sample Outreach E-mail Template
Hello,
I'm ___________ with ______________. I wanted to reach out to share the news that 10 Cents a Meal for Michigan's Kids and Farms is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 program year. The deadline to apply is October 30, 2023.
The state-funded program matches what schools, early care and education sites, and other non-school sponsors spend on Michigan-grown fruits, vegetables, and dry beans with grants of up to 10 cents per meal.
The program is funded at $9.3 million and the program has been streamlined to make participation easier than ever.
All of the resources to help you understand the program and apply can be found here: https://www.tencentsmichigan.org/application_info
There are multiple resources to help you with the application process including an interactive walkthrough of the application that includes verbal and visual directions to help you apply for 10 Cents a Meal in NexSys. Click the image below to view the application walkthrough.
There is also a written step-by-step application guide to walk you through filling out the application.
Lastly, don’t forget that a required component of the application is to complete the annual training, this should only take about 15-20 minutes. There is a quiz at the end of the training, and you must receive a score of 8/10 or better. Complete the form at the end of the page and you will receive an email confirmation of course completion. You will need to upload documentation of training completion in the 10 Cents a Meal application when prompted.
Any questions regarding the program and applying can be directed to [email protected] or any member of the implementation team.
10 Cents a Meal In-Person Training Announcements
Registration is now available for 2023 -2024 program year training to learn more about the program, get help with the application, and get answers to your questions. There will also be hands-on application assistance. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.
Join us for a workshop to learn how 10 Cents a Meal works, how to source local produce, and what is needed to participate. Bring your laptop if you would like help with completing your application during the session, or just bring your questions.
- Wayne RESA - Monday October 23 2pm <Registration Link >
- Wayne RESA - Tuesday October 24, 6pm <Registration Link >
- Kent ISD - Thursday October 26 2pm < Registration Link>
Social Media Assets
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The 10 Cents a Meal application is now available! Access resources and information about the application on the application information page here: https://www.tencentsmichigan.org/application_info
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