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https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/Stacey-Sveum.jpeg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 266px) 100vw, 266px" /></div><div class="text-wrapper"><div class="author-name">Stacey Sveum</div><p>Updated: 11/06/2023</p></div></div></div></section><article class="with-cta"><div class="small-container"><p>In grant and other social impact programs, there’s often an unseen dance that happens behind the scenes. A dance of <em>forms</em>鈥搒ent, received, and sometimes, frustratingly, sent again. </p><p>After applying, applicants often must wait for an organization to send them the necessary documentation to begin any next steps. Even with the most beautifully orchestrated program automation, this gap in form initiation introduces some tedious steps for grant managers and applicants.</p><p>We have good news鈥攅specially for Submittable customers. There鈥檚 now an easier way to handle this intricate choreography鈥搃ntroducing <a href="http://submittable.help/en/articles/8261821-request-forms">Request Forms</a>! Request Forms enable applicants and awardees to quickly send requests within Submittable for all their approval needs鈥揻rom progress reports to extension deadlines鈥揳ccording to <em>their</em> needs and timeline.</p><figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"><div class="ose-youtube ose-uid-a51a2d97381801f682d9359caa7bd538 ose-embedpress-responsive" style="width:600px; height:550px; max-height:550px; max-width:100%; display:inline-block;"><iframe allowFullScreen="true" title="Introduction to Request Forms" width="600" height="550" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0qNX22vuU64?feature=oembed&color=red&rel=0&controls=1&start=&end=&fs=0&iv_load_policy=0&autoplay=0&modestbranding=0&cc_load_policy=1" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; encrypted-media;accelerometer;autoplay;clipboard-write;gyroscope;picture-in-picture clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div></figure><h2 class="wp-block-heading">Forms that scale with your program</h2><p>No matter how complex your program may become, the demand for streamlined solutions is a consistent priority. With Request Forms, you gain the power to simplify these requests. Whether they are optional, time-independent, or frequently recurring, these forms cater to the unique needs of your audience. </p><figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/pJLD6t_ww84qV-gLSocXZR16MlvsVB689VH2m3aj9BOT2Pb8D193ZgVJJGRU2kvmsHZsrfk01FHVAeyoBXkf7WUr8lzJJgqvqK_xawfYbH32NGmLEfQjlXESPE5kAa2jCSpC-IYvbXhCTTxNPmLgKQc" alt=""/></figure><h2 class="wp-block-heading">Unveiling Request Forms</h2><p>So, what exactly are Request Forms? At their core, Request Forms are designed to <strong>put more control into the hands of applicants and awardees. </strong>Organizations can now offer a set of customizable forms, allowing their applicants to initiate and manage requests independently. It’s all about enabling self-sufficiency, from project extension requests to reimbursement or advance requests.聽聽</p><p></p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="900" height="470" src="https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-900x470.png" alt="" class="wp-image-11954" srcset="https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-900x470.png 900w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-590x308.png 590w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-768x401.png 768w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-1536x802.png 1536w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-1200x627.png 1200w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2-1920x1003.png 1920w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/criteria-request-forms-2.png 1984w" sizes="(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px" /></figure><p class="has-text-align-center"></p><h2 class="wp-block-heading">Unlocking value</h2><p>Here are some of the benefits of integrating Request Forms into your workflow:</p><ol class="wp-block-list"><li><strong>Effortless communication</strong>: Say goodbye to the tiresome back-and-forth exchanges for information. Request Forms ensure applicants and awardees have everything they need, eliminating unnecessary delays in your program automation. When your applicant submits their request form, your organization can accept or decline with a simple click.</li><li><strong>Efficient management</strong>: With conditional settings tools that allow you to set form availability based on timelines, status, or labels, you’re ensuring that everyone gets what they need precisely when they need it. </li><li><strong>Amplified impact</strong>: Time is of the essence in any endeavor. By expediting the process, granters can swiftly disburse funds, approvals, and support to sub-recipients. This acceleration creates a ripple effect that benefits communities and projects sooner, fostering substantial, positive change.</li></ol><p>By giving your applicants the tools to initiate and manage their requests, you’re fostering a culture of self-sufficiency and expediting progress. Of course, we still always have <a href="https://blog.submittable.com/reducing-administrative-burden-and-improving-applicant-experiences/">Additional Forms</a> for when you need to send out deadline-driven and required documentation. In an ideal program, both form types contribute to efficiency, control and speed.</p><p>As the web of programs and requirements evolves in complexity, Submittable is here to ensure you have the right tools at your disposal. Request Forms aren’t just a convenience; they’re a new tool to help end the tedious back-and-forth dance. Interested in adding Request Forms to your Submittable account? Contact your <a href="https://www.submittable.com/contact-account-management/">customer success manager</a> today.</p><h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Learn more about Submittable</strong></h2><p>Submittable simplifies and improves the processes you rely on to carry out your mission. 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We can鈥檛 wait to learn about your program!</p><p style="font-size:53px"><input id="hippowiz-ass-injected" type="hidden" value="true"><input id="hvmessage-toextension-listener" type="hidden" value="none"></p><div class="social-wrapper"><div class="social-wrapper-sticky"> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.submittable.com/introducing-request-forms/&title=Introducing Request Forms"><i class="fab fa-facebook-f"></i></a> <a target="_blank" href="http://twitter.com/intent/tweet?status=Introducing Request Forms+https://blog.submittable.com/introducing-request-forms/"><i class="fab fa-twitter"></i></a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.submittable.com/introducing-request-forms/&title=Introducing Request Forms"><i class="fab fa-linkedin"></i></a> <a target="_blank" href="mailto:?subject=Introducing Request Forms&body=https://blog.submittable.com/introducing-request-forms/"><i class="far fa-envelope"></i></a></div></div><div class="tags"> <a href="https://blog.submittable.com/category/product/" rel="category tag">Product</a> <a href="https://blog.submittable.com/tag/forms/" rel="tag">forms</a></div><div class="author"><div class="image"> <img width="266" height="266" src="https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/Stacey-Sveum-266x266.jpeg" class="attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/Stacey-Sveum-266x266.jpeg 266w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/Stacey-Sveum-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://blog.submittable.com/wp-content/uploads/Stacey-Sveum.jpeg 400w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 266px) 100vw, 266px" /></div><div class="text-wrapper"><div class="author-name">Stacey Sveum</div><p><p>Stacey Sveum is a senior product marketer at Submittable who ensures products and features brought to market exceed the needs of grantmakers in the public sector. 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