1.Key features & benefits of our grant platform

• OmniStar Grants is a highly configurable, software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform built specifically for managing grants in and beyond. Our platform has evolved in consultation with industry professionals over the last 15 years to ensure that it meets the requirements of all grants giving and receiving organisations.
• With configurable features and a powerful user-centred workflow, OmniStar Grants is a grant management system that provides a new level of performance and automation across the grant and contract lifecycle. OmniStar Grants has been developed for grantors and grantees to provide a online grant management solution. Providing the best grant management system benefits that software can give one organisation.
• OmniStar Grants streamlines the process of grant applications, approvals, communication and organisation. From conception to application, submission and evaluation, through to grant awarding, progress monitoring and receiving deliverables to project variation and finalisation, the OmniStar Grants solution is with you every step of the way. And when your needs change, OmniStar Grants changes with you.

2.Funding Announcement

      The grantor announces the funding, which includes information about the funding amount, eligibility criteria, and application deadline

3.Application Preparation

      The grantee (individual, organisation, non-profit or institution) prepares the grant application, ensuring it meets all the eligibility and selection criteria outlined in the grant guidelines.

4.Application Submission

      The grantee applies by the deadline, typically through an online portal or by mail.

5.Application Review

      The grantor reviews the applications for eligibility and selection criteria. A review panel made up of experts in the relevant field may evaluate the proposals based on specific criteria.

6.Selection Notification

      The grantor notifies the successful grantee(s) and may also provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

7.Grant Agreement

      The grantor prepares a grant agreement outlining the terms and conditions of the funding. The grantee may negotiate some of the terms and must agree to the terms before receiving the funds.

8.Payment Schedule

      The grantor sets out a payment schedule, including milestones or progress reporting requirements.

9.Funds Disbursement

       The grantor disburses the funds to the grantee, usually through electronic transfer to a designated bank account.

10.Reporting and Compliance

The grantee is responsible for meeting the reporting requirements outlined in the grant agreement. This includes regular progress reports and financial reports, as well as ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.

11.Monitoring and Evaluation

        The grantor may monitor and evaluate the grantee's progress towards meeting the goals outlined in the grant agreement and may require additional reporting or site visits to assess progress.

12.Closeout

        Once the grant period ends, the grantee must submit a final report and return any unused funds. The grantor conducts a final review and may require an audit of the grantee's financial records.