Unallowable Expenditures Preparation of the Proposal: Costs to develop, prepare, and/or write the L4GA proposal cannot be charged to the grant directly or indirectly by either the agency or contractor. Pre-Award Costs: Pre-award costs may not be charged against the grant. Funds can be used only for activities conducted and costs incurred after the start date of the grant. Entertainment, Refreshments, Snacks: A field trip without the approved academic support will be considered entertainment. End-of-year celebrations or food associated with parties or socials are unallowable expenditures. Game systems and game cartridges are unallowable. Unapproved out of state or overnight field trips, including retreats, lock-ins, etc. Incentives (e.g., plaques, trophies, stickers, t-shirts, give-a-ways) Decorative Items Purchase of Facilities or vehicles (e.g., Buses, Vans, or Cars) Land acquisition Capital Improvements, Permanent Renovations Direct charges for items/services that the indirect cost rate covers; Dues to organizations, federations or societies for personal benefits Any costs not allowed for Federal projects per EDGAR, which may be accessed at . NOTE: This is NOT an all-inclusive list of unallowable expenses. If you have questions about unallowable expenses please e-mail your questions to
Unallowable Expenditures Preparation of the Proposal: Costs to develop, prepare, and/or write the L4GA proposal cannot be charged to the grant directly or indirectly by either the agency or contractor. Pre-Award Costs: Pre-award costs may not be charged against the grant. Funds can be used only for activities conducted and costs incurred after the start date of the grant. Entertainment, Refreshments, Snacks: A field trip without the approved academic support will be considered entertainment. End-of-year celebrations or food associated with parties or socials are unallowable expenditures. Game systems and game cartridges are unallowable. Unapproved out of state or overnight field trips, including retreats, lock-ins, etc. Incentives (e.g., plaques, trophies, stickers, t-shirts, give-a-ways) Decorative Items Purchase of Facilities or vehicles (e.g., Buses, Vans, or Cars) Land acquisition Capital Improvements, Permanent Renovations Direct charges for items/services that the indirect cost rate covers; Dues to organizations, federations or societies for personal benefits Any costs not allowed for Federal projects per EDGAR, which may be accessed at . NOTE: This is NOT an all-inclusive list of unallowable expenses. If you have questions about unallowable expenses please e-mail your questions to