NOPI BRIDGE (Bridge Funding/Advances)

The NOPI BRIDGE (Backing Resources for Immediate Disbursement and Grant Expenses) is a short-term funding solution that allows NOPI to provide sponsored programs with temporary access to funds before committed income is received. These advances are intended to “bridge” the gap between when expenses must be paid and when grant reimbursements, pledged donations, or other expected revenue arrives.

Bridge funding may be used for:

• Expenses related to reimbursable grants that require outlay before reimbursement.

• Covering cash flow shortfalls between donation or grant cycles.

• Paying urgent or time-sensitive expenses while awaiting committed funds.

BRIDGE advances are not new grants. They are temporary advances from NOPI’s reserves or a designated revolving fund and are repaid automatically from the incoming funds they were intended to cover.

How the BRIDGE Works

If your program has confirmed funding on the way but needs to cover expenses before the funds arrive, you can request a NOPI BRIDGE advance. This is short-term funding from NOPI’s reserves or a revolving fund to keep your program running without interruption.

To request a BRIDGE advance

1. Email accounting@thenopi.org with the amount requested, the purpose, and the source of committed funds that will repay it.

2. Attach documentation confirming the incoming funds (e.g., signed grant award letter, donor pledge, or payment schedule).

3. NOPI will review and approve based on available reserves, the strength of the commitment, and the timing of repayment.

Reimbursement/Repayment

• Repayment happens automatically when NOPI receives the designated incoming funds.

• If the funds are delayed or reduced, repayment must still occur from your program’s available balance.

Cost/Fees

• Standard administrative cost allocation applies, plus an additional 6% allocation for reimbursable grants using NOPI BRIDGE funds.

The BRIDGE is designed to be a safety net for your program and not a source of ongoing operating capital. It should be used only for temporary, cash flow-related needs.

Conditional Nature of NOPI BRIDGE Funds

NOPI BRIDGE advances are contingent upon the Program having a confirmed, documented funding commitment (e.g., grant award letter, donor pledge, signed contract). These funds are provided solely as a temporary cash flow solution and are not guaranteed.

If the committed funds are delayed, reduced, or not received for any reason, the Program remains fully responsible for repaying the BRIDGE advance to NOPI from its available Program Account balance or future revenues.

Before a BRIDGE advance is approved, the Program’s authorized officials must sign a written acknowledgment that:

1. The advance is conditional on expected funds being received.

2. NOPI is not responsible for any shortfall if those funds are not received in full.

3. Repayment will be made from the Program’s funds, whether current or future, if the committed income does not arrive.

4. BRIDGE funds will only be extended if available from NOPI reserves, and approval is at NOPI’s sole discretion.

To Apply

1. Download and complete the BRIDGE Agreement.
2. Submit an application using the form below.
3. Upon approval, funds will be allocated to your program’s Mazlo account.

📁 Download the BRIDGE Agreement →

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