To determine whether a proposed change is permissible Read the award terms and conditions. Contact the sponsoring organization. Generally, budget changes involve moving funds from one budget category to another, without increasing the total amount of the award. Occasionally, however, a need arises that can be met only with increased funding and thus usually requires submission of a proposal for supplemental funds. Such requests are handled differently from requests to rebudget funds.
Federal regulations require prior approval from an awarding agency for a variety of project changes.
These expanded authorities are automatically in force for grants that support research, but they do not apply to contracts. These terms and conditions are summarized in the Project Changes Prior Approval Matrix for FDP Participating Agencies. Review the terms of the specific award notice. Ensure changes are consistent with project objectives and statement of work, and document this. Review FDP and Agency rules.