Statute of Limitations – All Grant Requests must be submitted within 30 days after the event date. No requests accepted after 30 days without prior Admin approval.
Seasonal Delay – Grants freeze in November, December, and January. Any grants needed during these months must be submitted by 10/31 at the latest. Please plan ahead.
Planning Ahead – Activism Day Requests may not be submitted more than three (3) months in advance of the event date. Requests submitted earlier than three months prior to the event will not be approved.
Event Framework
TPUSA Communities City Chapters host events that strengthen families, reclaim culture, and empower communities to live out moral courage and unapologetic truth.
For event ideas, select from the following list below (these are by no means exhaustive or mandatory):
Event Planning Process
Submit Activism Day Request Form (ARF) for event approval and funding.
Example:
"TPUSA RISE FL is hosting a cleanup project to connect with the community and share resources. We are requesting funds for materials, food, and travel expenses."
Grant Requests should answer Who, What, When, Where, and Why.
Grants should stay between $0 and $2,000.00
Wait for ARF approval via email.
Submit Payment Request Form (PRF)- found in your approval email.
Receive funds within 4–6 weeks of PRF submission.
Execute the event and collect photos and videos.
Submit the Activism Recap Form, receipts, and metrics within three (3) days of event completion. Failure to do so may result in Grant Suspension.
After the event, chapters must submit:
10 photos (including 1 group shot)
1 short video
Receipts and event metrics
Failure to submit documentation may result in probation and inability to apply for future grants.
For more information, view Planning an Activism Day.
How to complete Activism Day Request Form (ARF)
How to complete Payment Request Form (PRF)
How to complete Activism Recap
Activism Process & Funding
Only Group Presidents may submit grant requests. All expenses — including food, supplies, and travel (mileage) — should be included upfront. Travel should be listed as "Travel Expenses".
Grant Process
4–6 weeks prior to Activism Day, complete the Activism Day Request Form.
Please roll all anticipated travel expenses into this request. This includes gas or mileage, tolls, hotels, etc. If you'd like mileage reimbursed, a Travel log must be submitted. A sample one can be found here: Gas Log Template - Volunteer - Google Sheets. Per the IRS guidelines, mileage reimbursement is .14 per mile.
Receive approval email (~1 week following request)
Complete the Payment Request Form (if applicable)
Receive funds within 4–6 weeks
Post-event, complete the Grant Recap Form
FAQ
What types of events can be hosted?
Community socials, cleanups, trainings, meetups, faith groups, and more.
How do I submit a grant request?
Complete the Activism Day Request Form (ARF). Grants should stay between $0 and $2,000.00.
When will I receive funds?
Typically within 4–6 weeks after PRF submission.
Is documentation required?
Yes — photos, video, receipts, and metrics are required.
Who can submit requests?
Only Group Presidents.