Communities in Action Microgrant

Communities in Action Micro Grant
The ASA Bridging Data & Community Micro Grant Competition funds collaborative projects between ASA members and community organizations that use data to inform local decision making. Small grants, ranging from $500 to $1,000, are designed to enhance authentic partnerships, support pilot work, and generate replicable models that others can build on.

The focus is on partnership and practical impact: bringing data expertise to community priorities in ways that are genuinely collaborative and community driven.
ASA Member (Primary Contact)*

First NameLast Name
Primary Contact Email*
example@example.com
ASA Membership (Check all that apply.)*

Current ASA MemberASA Chapter MemberASA Section Member
Are you a current student?

YesNo
Is this project sponsored by an ASA Chapter?

YesNo
Please confirm you have updated your Vice Chair about the project.*

Yes, the Vice Chair responsible for my chapter has been informed.
Community Partner
Organization*
Community Partner Primary Contact*

First NameLast Name
Community Partner Primary Contact Title*
Community Partner Primary Contact Email*
example@example.com
Type of Organization (Select the one that best describes your community partner.)*

Nonprofit organizationLocal government agencySchool or school districtCommunity or neighborhood associationLibrary or public institutionOther
Nature of the Partnership (Does a working relationship between you and this organization already exists, or is this a new connection?)*

Existing relationship (we have worked together before.)New partnership forming specifically for this project
Briefly describe how this partnership came about or how it will be established. 2–4 sentences is fine. We want to understand the foundation for the collaboration.*
Project Overview
Project Title*
Focus Area*

Arts and CultureCommunity HealthEconomic DevelopmentEnvironmental IssuesEducationHousing and TransitPublic SafetyOther
Project Description: In 200–300 words, describe what you plan to do. What data will you use or collect? What questions are you trying to answer? What will you produce?*
Community Need: What problem or question does your community partner care about? Why does this matter to them right now? (100–150 words)*
How Partnership Decisions Will Be Made: Describe how the ASA member(s) and community partner will share responsibility for the project. Who is involved in what? (2–3 sentences)*
Project Timeline
Anticipated Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Anticipated End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Key Milestones: List 3–5 major activities or checkpoints and when you expect to reach them.*
Budget
Please use this template to submit your budget.
Budget (please upload using the template provided)

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Project Merit and Evaluation
What would a successful project look like? Describe the concrete outcomes you are aiming for — a report, a dashboard, a presentation to the community, a set of recommendations, etc. (100–150 words)*
Feasibility: What makes you confident this project is achievable within the proposed timeline and budget? Are there any risks, and how will you address them? (100–150 words)*
Transferability: Could the approach you’re taking be adapted by other communities or ASA members? What would make that possible? (100–150 words)*
Sharing & Learning: This program asks all grantees to share what they learn. Check the boxes to indicate your willingness to contribute.*

Participate in the end-of-program showcaseWrite a brief summary or case study for the Communities in Action Knowledge RepositoryMake project materials (data, code, reports) openly availableSpeak at an ASA event, webinar, or chapter meeting
Additional Information for the Selection Committee*
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Communities in Action Micro Grant

Community Partner

Project Overview

Project Timeline

Budget

Project Merit and Evaluation