Classifying the priority of an ELF Grant
When deciding whether to award an ELF grant consideration must be given to the level of priority of the award. Each ELF grant should broadly fall into high, medium or low priority.
The general circumstances of the applicant and/or their family, urgency of the need and relevance under the guidance should be looked at.
High priority
It will normally be appropriate to give high priority to a need if:
- an award for the item requested will have a substantial and immediate effect in resolving or improving the circumstances of the applicant and in meeting the aims of the prime objective they have qualified under
Medium priority
It will normally be appropriate to give medium priority to a need if:
- an award for the item requested will have a noticeable effect, although not substantial and immediate, in resolving or improving the circumstances of the applicant and in meeting the aims of the prime objective they have qualified under
Low priority
It will normally be appropriate to give low priority to a need if:
- an award for the item requested will have a minor effect in resolving or improving the circumstances of the applicant and in meeting the aims of the prime objective they have qualified under