Application Content and Format

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For the 2021 award cycle, please submit one copy of your application in PDF. All application components, including the Award Application Form (excluding page A-2) and the date-stamped copies of your Eligibility Certification Form, must be in one PDF file. We reserve the right to return incomplete applications and those that don't meet these requirements. If you have questions, call 877-237-9064, option 3..

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1-877-237-9064, option 3

Content

In your application, include information on all of your organization's units or subunits. Don't add links to websites. Examiners base their evaluations solely on information within your application. Your award application must contain the items listed in 2021 Application Content and Format Details in the order given.

Format

Format your application according to the requirements in  2021 Application Content and Format Details. If your submission does not meet these requirements, we'll notify you that your application has been rejected. You will have 72 hours or until the original due date, whichever is later, to resubmit your application in the required format. For an example of the required format, see the 2020 LifeBridge Organ and Tissue Sharing Year 2 (downloadable PDF).

Application Assembly

Assemble your application following all the guidelines listed in Application Content and Format Details.

Award Process Helpline
1-877-237-9064, option 3

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