This revision reflects minor content adjustments to the Objective Progress Report. The information that will be collected through this Objective Progress Report (OPR) will be submitted to ANA on a quarterly basis and will enable ANA to better monitor the performance of its grantees and ensure that taxpayers' dollars are being well spent. The standardized format will allow ANA to report quantifiable results across all program areas and flag those grantees that may need additional training and/or technical assistance to successfully implement and complete their ANA-funded projects.
The Project Abstract is a form which applicants complete as part of the application for funding which provides ANA with a summary of the proposed project. The information contained in the Objective Work Plan (OWP) is used by ANA to determine if an applicant has a solid implementation plan from which to carry out their proposed project. It is a planning and implementation tool which requires grantees to map out their project goals, objectives, activities, resources, and timeframes.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.