Question: Is this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) stating that only having completed the 30-hr training I am eligible to apply for this NOFO or must 1 or more staff have the PCGC?
Answer: An applicant does not have to have certified PCGC staff at the time of application for gambling disorder services as noted in the deliverables section (A.2) of the NOFO: staff with Problem and Compulsive Gambling Counselor (PCGC) certification, International Certified Gambling Counselor (ICGC) certification, or have completed the IDHS/SUPR 30-hour Gambling Disorder training and meet the professional qualifications outlined in the Contract Policy Manual and in Administrative Rule 2060 consistent with the standards of the Illinois Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) are eligible to provide gambling services. CRSS and other certifications are also able to provide limited services once the 30-hour training has been completed.
Question: My organization has worked with IHS/SUPR for years, do we need to complete the entire application package?
Answer: Organizations should complete the full application as if you are unknown to SUPR. The application review process may use reviewers that are not familiar with gambling disorder service providers. In addition, to be considered for funding, applicants must demonstrate experience, or a process to obtain experience, with the service areas described in the application.
Question: Will there be additional opportunities to apply for gambling service funding?
Answer: IDHS/SUPR continually reevaluates the need for gambling disorder service funding. Related NOFOs are announced each year after the governors budget address, generally in February. Potential applicants are encouraged to revisit this website for upcoming opportunities at that time and periodically throughout the year.
Question: Are outreach plans part of the application package?
Answer: Outreach plans will be required with the application as noted at the end of the NOFO. Outreach plans are to describe the activities which applicants will seek reimbursement for that are vouchered/expense based. As an example, an applicant may request reimbursement for expenses paid related to a social media and radio campaign focused on gifting responsibly.
Question: Once the letter of intent is submitted, what is the next step in the application process?
Answer: First, it is important to note the letter of intent (LOI) is optional and not a required step in the submission process. If an LOI is submitted, the next step is to submit the full application package including all information and supporting documents noted in the NOFO. Please note, applications missing required information and/or supporting documents will not be scored as noted in the NOFO.
