Or. Admin. R. 414-600-0021 - Process to Determine Eligibility to Receive State Funding as a Relief Nursery

(1) A non-governmental, community-based organization that is tax exempt under IRC section 501(c)(3) wanting to become a Relief Nursery or an existing Relief Nursery wanting to be determined eligible for state funding must submit the following application materials to OARN by May 15 of each even-numbered year:

(a) A letter of intent;

(b) A description of the entity's governing structure or community group;

(c) Letters of support from partners;

(d) Documented evidence of community investment;

(e) Sample budget, including a plan for 25% cash match and sustainability plan; and

(f) A description of one or more age groups to be served.

(2) Upon receipt of the information and documentation required in OAR 414-600-0030(1), OARN shall complete a comprehensive programmatic and financial assessment of the applicant.

(3) OARN shall determine whether an applicant to become a Relief Nursery or an existing Relief Nursery is eligible to receive state funds. Such determination shall be made in accordance with OAR 414-600-0005 to 414-600-0120.

(4) Not later than 15 days after a determination is made, OARN must notify the applicant or Relief Nursery and the Department in writing of OARN's determination.

Notes

Or. Admin. R. 414-600-0021

ELD 2-2018, adopt filed 02/07/2018, effective 2/7/2018; DELC 111-2023, minor correction filed 11/27/2023, effective 11/27/2023

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 326.425(7)

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 417.788 & ORS 417.786