External Partners
Letters Of Support

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1. Timeline Acknowledgement

Confirmation that requests should be submitted at least 3 weeks prior to the deadline to allow City staff time to prepare materials and obtain City Manager signature.

2. Requesting Organization Information

3. Request Details

4. Program / Project Description

Provide a brief overview (2 - 3 paragraphs recommended) including:

  • Purpose of the project or program
  • Community need being addressed
  • Target population served
  • Geographic area served
  • Key program activities or strategies
5. Partnership with the City of Thornton

6. Alignment with City Council Goals

Describe how the project supports City of Thornton priorities or City Council-supported goals, including alignment with the City's:

  • Comprehensive Plan
  • Strategic Plan
  • Housing Needs Assessment
  • Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan
  • Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
  • Other relevant City priorities
7. Impact on the Community

Provide a brief description of:

  • Expected community outcomes
  • How residents benefit
  • Any measurable impacts or success metrics
8. Role of the City in the Grant

Include:

  • Any commitments or expectations of the City
  • If the letter implies financial or operational obligations, describe the obligations
9. Supporting Materials

Attach if available:

  • Grant summary or RFP
  • Letter template (if provided by funder)
  • Program fact sheet
  • Partnership documentation
  • Outreach materials