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This page answers actual and anticipated questions about the Apply Tampa Bay Initiative.

Questions:

General Questions

What is the Apply Tampa Bay Initiative?

Broadly, the Initiative seeks to improve the lives of Tampa Bay region scholarship seekers through technology and processes. Current technology efforts include the Apply Tampa Bay Scholarship Search.

See the Initiative Overview article on this site for more information.

What is the Apply Tampa Bay Council?

Apply Tampa Bay Council members provide programmatic subject matter expertise, directional guidance, and technical expertise for the Apply Tampa Bay initiative and its Scholarship Search website.

See the Council Charter article on this site for details.

I work at a private foundation. Is my organization expected to provide funding if I participate in the Apply Tampa Bay Council?

No. Apply Tampa Bay Council members are certainly welcome to provide funding for the initiative — but it is not a requirement for participation. We like you for who you are.

Logistical Questions

Is there an issue tracking system?

Yes. The NSPA Tracker is a Jira-based system available to the general public. Issues related to the Apply Tampa Bay Scholarship Search and related work are tracked therein.

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