ASQ
Partnership RFP

Purpose

Metro United Way is committed to ensuring every young child in Southern Indiana has the resources and support to thrive. Through the Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ), we work with local organizations to:

  • Increase parents’ and caregivers’ understanding of developmental milestones
  • Strengthen kindergarten readiness
  • Connect families to early intervention services and community supports

Metro United Way is seeking nonprofit and community-based organizations to participate in the Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) Partnership. This RFP seeks to understand your organization’s programs, capacity, community reach, and ability to support families. Information provided will help determine which partnership level—Strategic or Referral—best aligns with your organization’s strengths and goals.

 

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligible applicants: Nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, or other entities with programs serving young children and families in Harrison County, IN, Clark County, IN, Floyd County, IN.

 

Timeline & Notification

  • RFP release date: Monday, 9/21/2026
  • Submission deadline: Thursday, 10/15/2026
  • Review and evaluation period: 10/15/2026-11/5/2026
  • Notification of partnership selection: Tuesday, 11/10/2026
  • ASQ Partner Kickoff Meeting: Wednesday, 12/02/2026

Evaluation & Scoring Criteria

Submissions will be reviewed by Metro United Way staff using the following criteria:

  • Strategic vs. Referral fit based on organizational capacity, community reach, and program alignment.
  • Ability to engage and retain families in programming.
  • Overall clarity, completeness, and feasibility of responses.

Scoring will be applied consistently across all applicants to ensure fairness and transparency

Partnership Information

All partners will receive support and training from Metro United Way to implement ASQ activities effectively.

Strategic Partners

Focus:

Enrolling families in MUW’s ASQ Hub and supporting developmental screenings.

Expectations:
  • Staff with family contact complete ASQ training and HIPAA training
  • Distribute ASQ materials and encourage family enrollment in the Hub
  • Attend monthly check-ins with MUW to share updates, successes and address barriers
  • Meet enrollment goals.
  • Support retention of families with a second ASQ completion
Partnership Level Funding Enrollment Goal Completion Goal
Level 1 $50,000 100 Children enrolled 70 completed ASQs
Benefits:
  • Priority access to direct giving funds
  • Eligibility for event sponsorships and professional development support
  • Recognition as a valued community partner in the ASQ initiative


 

Referral Partners

Focus:

Promoting the ASQ and encouraging families to participate through outreach and education.

Funding:
Partnership Level Funding Enrollment Goal Completion Goal
Level 1 $5,000
Level 2 $10,000 25 Children enrolled 10 completed ASQs
Expectations:
  • Staff with family contact complete ASQ training (1-hour online)
  • Distribute ASQ materials and encourage community participation
  • Meet enrollment goals (Level 2)
  • Attend check-ins with MUW to share outreach tactics and progress (as needed)
Benefits:
  • Access to direct giving funds
  • Eligibility for event sponsorships and professional development support
  • Recognition as a valued community partner in the ASQ initiative

 


 

Metro United Way appreciates your time and effort in completing this application. We look forward to reviewing your submission and exploring partnership opportunities.

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