Item 10

Authorize to accept and expend private funds for Spark NH, Early Childhood Advisory Council. This request is retroactive as a portion of the funds (50%, or $10,000 of $20,000) will be used to pay for expenses incurred prior to the G&C’s approval due to the lateness of the award date relative to the timing of the expenses. G&C approval is required as a stipulation of Executive Order 2011-03. The Department is required by the Order to submit requests on behalf of Spark NH, Early Childhood Council. This request is in the amount of $20,000 comprised of two separate awards of $10,000 each from the NH Charitable Foundation. Acceptance of the two awards is to be effective upon G&C approval. 100% Other (Private Grant) Funds.