Request for Proposals: Continuum of Care (CoC) Non-Profit Reimbursement Program

The City of Gastonia is offering a Non-Profit Reimbursement Program to assist local non-profit organizations serving low and moderate-income clients. The program provides reimbursement for supplies and equipment expenses up to $500 per year. Here are the key details: **Program Overview:** * The program is designed to support Continuum of Care service providers serving low and moderate-income clients in Gastonia. * The program provides reimbursement for supplies and equipment expenses up to $500 per year. * Only 3 grants of $500 each will be awarded. **Eligibility:** * Non-profit organizations must be operational for at least one year and serve clients within the city limits of Gastonia. * Organizations must provide services to low and moderate-income clients. * Organizations must be members of the Continuum of Care - Care Connection. **Application Requirements:** * Non-profit organizations must submit an application with required documentation, including: + Articles of incorporation and by-laws or an IRS "Letter of Determination" of Section 501(c)(3) status. + Proof of purchase and documentation of payment. + A list of board members and principal staff. + Evidence of membership in the Continuum of Care - Care Connection. + A procurement policy for the current year. **Timeline:** * RFP issuance date: February 13, 2026 * RFP submission deadline: March 13, 2026 * Final application review and approval: March 17, 2026 * Award notification: April 8, 2026 * Disbursement of funding: April 15, 2026 **Additional Requirements:** * Non-profit organizations must have a written purchasing policy in place that conforms to federal law and the standards for purchasing identified in the OMB Uniform Guidance. * Organizations must provide written documentation of their operational year (fiscal or calendar year). **Contact Information:** * Questions and applications should be submitted to Jeannette Salce, Housing Counselor, at (704) 869-1016 or [email protected].