Case Studies of Coronavirus Relief Fund and CARES Act Grant Management Practices

This document is a case study that discusses various grant management practices related to the Coronavirus Relief Fund and the CARES Act. It outlines the additional responsibilities faced by grant administrators due to federal funding aimed at alleviating the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The document describes different types of grant applications currently administered, including tenant and landlord assistance, small business grants, and community development grants. It presents three models observed for managing high volumes of beneficiaries effectively, emphasizing regional collaboration, contracting additional capacity, and using sub-recipients for application intake. Additionally, it shares best practices for grant administration, such as avoiding timelines for award notifications and considering lottery systems for high-volume applications. The document also highlights the role of ZoomGrants in facilitating these processes and the importance of collaboration among communities to ensure efficient distribution of grant funds.