• Cover letter of intent stating why you/your organization wants to begin a Compeer program
• Sponsor agency name, address, telephone and executive director (if applicable)
• The name, title and telephone number of a contact person for the proposed Compeer location
• Copy of your organization’s 501(c)(3) (if available)
• Needs assessment, description of problem or need in area
• The site address of the Compeer program, geographic area to be served, population numbers in that area
• Program services to be provided, e.g. adult 1:1
• List of outreach / referral sources
• Describe recruitment plan
• Methods that will be in place for monitoring/evaluating the effectiveness of your program
• List funding sources and description of plans for future funding
• 3-year strategic plan with goals and measurable objectives to attain goals
• Budget of itemized revenues to sustain program for 3 years, itemized expenditures (including insurance - coverage in property, crime, general liability, professional liability, auto and directors and officers)
• Programs are required to have a minimum yearly starting budget of $40,000.00
• 25% can be in-kind gifts, e.g. staff, printing, materials, telephone, travel, postage and other operating expenses
• Compeer part-time staff works a minimum of 19 hours per week
• Plan for full-time staff should be developed and implemented to provide the resources for program growth and quality services
• Authorized agent signature and title
• Two letters of support from funders/non-profit organizations/local government stating their willingness to support a Compeer program in your community.

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