Proposal Evaluation Criteria

The criteria for funding are consistent for all grant types, except where specifically noted.

NOTE FOR CLINICAL RESEARCH GRANTS: Reviewers will look at the quality of the science with specific attention as to whether the study has the potential to make a significant difference in furthering the understanding and advancement of the treatment and management of sleep disordered breathing.

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

• What will be achieved?
• What are the chances that the achievement will happen?
• Is this the best possible use of money to achieve the desired results?

SPECIFIC CRITERIA

1. Completeness of Application
   
   • Objectives of organization are realistic and appropriate
     
   • All requested items included with application
     
   
   
2. Does the project help fulfill the mission of the ResMed Foundation?
   
   • What will the project achieve?
     
   • Are there long term benefits?
     
   
   
3. Needs/Goals/Objectives
   
   • Are needs realistically addressable by the proposed program?
   • Does this program provide solutions that are not provided by other organizations?
   • Is the organization seeking appropriate collaborations to increase the effectiveness/efficiency of their program?
   • Are objectives related to outcomes?
   • Are objectives measurable?
   • How will outcomes impact near term clinical practice (for clinical research proposals)
   
   
4. Implementation - Work Plan
   • Is there a plan with projected measurable milestones?
   • Is there a timetable; is the timeframe clear and realistic?
   • Is staffing adequate?
   • Is the staff qualified and competent?
   
   
5. Monitoring/Evaluation
   • Is there a plan to monitor and evaluate the program?
   • Will reports be provided as required (For Clinical Research and Awareness Grants reports are required on a semi-annual basis. Community Philanthropy requires a final report).
   • For past Foundation grant recipients have reporting requirements been fulfilled?
   
   
6. Budget and Other Funding Sources
• Is budget complete and appropriate to program?
• Is program cost effective?
• Are there currently other sources of funding?
• Is there a plan to obtain further funding?
• Administrative overhead does not exceed 4%?