{"id":19,"date":"2021-05-03T18:06:06","date_gmt":"2021-05-03T18:06:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/back2school\/?page_id=19"},"modified":"2024-07-09T14:20:24","modified_gmt":"2024-07-09T14:20:24","slug":"grants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/back2school\/grants\/","title":{"rendered":"Grants"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; full_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; parallax=&#8221;content-moving&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628092995417{background-image: url(https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/back2school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2021\/06\/b2s-31.png?id=403) !important;background-position: center;background-repeat: no-repeat;background-size:cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;EMPOWER GRANT&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Learn more below about the various programs of Back2School that help ensure success for our local students, parents, and educators!<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Our Programs&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#ed8733&#8243; custom_text=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; button_block=&#8221;true&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Ways To Give&#8221; style=&#8221;custom&#8221; custom_background=&#8221;#8bd4db&#8221; custom_text=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; button_block=&#8221;true&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; full_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1720534808578{background-image: url(https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/back2school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2021\/08\/EMPOWER-Grant-Banner_Webslider.png?id=629) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: contain !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628093514174{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; gap=&#8221;35&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;A BRIGHTER FUTURE&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Teachers are the backbone of the education system, but they are often overlooked. Statistics show that new teachers rarely remain in the profession beyond their first year, and yet, few education improvement programs are aimed to support them.<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">A student\u2019s success is traced directly to their teachers, which is why ICNA Relief has created the EMPOWER Grant, so they have the means to form a legacy of great students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;A Closer Look&#8221; style=&#8221;outline-custom&#8221; outline_custom_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; outline_custom_hover_background=&#8221;#ed8733&#8243; outline_custom_hover_text=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Ficnarelief.org%2Fback2school%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F23%2F2021%2F08%2FEMPOWER-Grant-Banner-02.png|||&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628093435342{background-image: url(https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/back2school\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2021\/06\/b2s-19.png?id=273) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;723&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_border&#8221; onclick=&#8221;img_link_large&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1622751383409{background-color: #ed8733 !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;ABOUT EMPOWER GRANT&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeInLeft&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=&#8221;far fa-calendar&#8221; color=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#ffd663&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;SAVE THE DATE&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Applications open June 20, 2024 at 12 AM and are due by July 20, 2024 by 11:59 PM. Classroom grants can be used for projects and materials relating to the core subjects (Science, Literacy, Math, Art, Physical Education, and Social Studies). Supplies include but are not limited to, the purchase of books, software, calculators, math manipulatives, art supplies, audio-visual equipment, and lab materials.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-trophy&#8221; color=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#7ad2dc&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;AVAILABLE AWARDS&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">The number of classroom grants awarded will depend on the total number of applicants. Grants are available for up to $2,000, pending availability and demand. We anticipate that we can award 50 recipients. Within one month of receiving the award, classroom leads must submit a one-page report on the use of funds and its impact.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=&#8221;far fa-star&#8221; color=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#ed8733&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;ELIGIBILITY&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Any elementary or middle school teacher at a public or private school will be considered.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Must agree to and follow ICNA Relief Terms of Use to apply and receive funds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Must have a copy of Social Security card.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Must complete a personal W-9.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-medal&#8221; color=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#ffd663&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;APPLICATION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Each application will be evaluated by a panel of experts and given a value out of 30 points. Applications will be evaluated based on the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Impact of meaningful instruction on students inside and outside the classroom (+5 points).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Funds will be used to develop an impactful and innovative experience for students (+5 points).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">30-120 seconds video (+10 points).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Letter of recommendation from school (+10 points).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Apply Now&#8221; style=&#8221;outline-custom&#8221; outline_custom_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; outline_custom_hover_background=&#8221;#ffd663&#8243; outline_custom_hover_text=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fempower.icnarelief.org%2Fregister%2Fempower|title:Learn%20More|target:_blank&#8221; el_id=&#8221;educator_success&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221; el_id=&#8221;terms_and_conditions&#8221; el_class=&#8221;https:\/\/icnarelief.org\/back2school\/grants\/#terms_and_conditions&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-hands-helping&#8221; color=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#7ad2dc&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;TERMS &amp; CONDITIONS&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:600%20bold%20regular%3A600%3Anormal&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_message style=&#8221;square&#8221; message_box_color=&#8221;grey&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">ICNA Relief does not assume any responsibility or liability for the misuse of products or services purchased with the funds from this grant. This grant aims to empower students and teachers in the classroom and at home to achieve greatness through education. Please act responsibly.<\/span>[\/vc_message][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Full Terms &amp; Conditions&#8221; style=&#8221;round_outline&#8221; color=&#8221;black&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:20|text_align:left&#8221; custom_use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>USE OF GRANT<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. The copy of the Grant Offer Letter must be returned to ICNA Relief immediately, having been signed by an authorized person of your institution<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">b. The grant may be used only for the purposes outlined in your Grant Application, and any unused amount shall be refunded.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">c. Any duplicate request for funding will make the applicant ineligible. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">d. The project must start within 30 days of the date of the Grant Offer Letter unless otherwise agreed by ICNA Relief in writing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">e. ICNA Relief reserve the right to withhold payment of any grant if all the conditions are not met satisfactorily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">f. ICNA Relief\u2019s liability in relation to the project is limited to payment of the grant. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Reporting<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. Progress reports must be provided. Evidence of project delivery is a requirement of the grant. Progress reports are required at six-monthly intervals from the date that we inform you of your grant through a Grant Offer Letter until completion of the project. We also require confirmation of the expenditure funded by the grant. If applicant does not provide progress reports as required, ICNA Relief reserve the right to reclaim the grant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>VISITS AND DOCUMENTATION<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. Proper accounts must be available for inspection at any reasonable time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">b. The applicant must keep grant paperwork for a minimum of three years from the end of the fiscal year in which the grant was made.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>COMMUNICATIONS AND TRANSPARENCY<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. An acknowledgment of the source of your grant must appear in your annual report and accounts and publicity or literature concerning the project we have funded unless otherwise agreed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">b. Unless otherwise agreed, you will use the ICNA Relief USA logo in accordance with our guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">c. In the event of any significant or otherwise notable research or other published work is funded by the grant, you will agree to make the results of the research freely available to the public within a reasonable period unless otherwise agreed with us. You must acknowledge ICNA Relief USA in any findings you publish. You agree to submit any publications to us for our written approval in advance of publication. ICNA Relief USA will have the right to use the results of such research or published work as it sees fit in whatever form such research or published work appears.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\">INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND CONFIDENTIALITY<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. The applicant may not transfer or assign any part of the grant or any rights relating to it to another educational institution or individual unless applicant has entered into an agreement which has been authorized by ICNA Relief in writing permitting applicant to work with another educational institution in the project.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">b. The applicant must ensure to have appropriate security measures in place to protect the personal data. This is the \u2018integrity and confidentiality principle of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), also known as the security principle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF GRANT\/REPAYMENT OF GRANT<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. ICNA Relief will require repayment of the grant if applicant become insolvent or go into administration, receivership, or liquidation; cease to be a registered charity or hold charitable status; become legally ineligible to hold the grant; if the project for which the grant was awarded has not been completed; or if funds have not been fully spent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">b. ICNA Relief may suspend payment of all or part of the grant if we wish to investigate any matters concerning the grant. ICNA Relief accept no liability for any consequences, whether direct or indirect, of a suspension, even if the investigation finds no cause for concern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">c. If applicant\u2019s educational institution does not meet the requirements set out in this document, ICNA Relief USA reserves the right to require repayment at any time. For example, if<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Applicant act in a way in which in our reasonable opinion has the potential to damage materially ICNA Relief\u2019s brand, reputation, or goodwill.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Applicant fails to inform ICNA Relief of any issues applicant is aware of throughout the duration of the project, which could damage the organization\u2019s reputation. This includes data breaches or safeguarding incidents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Applicant or any other person or educational institution acting for the applicant, gave ICNA Relief any significantly misleading or inaccurate information, whether deliberately or accidentally, during the application process or during the project<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Applicant or applicant\u2019s educational institution becomes subject to an investigation or formal inquiry by the Police, Charity Commission, IRS, or other regulatory body. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>GENERAL<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">a. You confirm that the information provided on the EMPOWER Grant Application is true and accurate. By signing it, you confirm that to the best of your knowledge, the information given in your Grant Application is accurate and agree that your educational institution will adhere to these terms and conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">b. ICNA Relief USA accepts no liability for any consequences, whether direct or indirect, that may arise from the running of your project, the use of the grant, or from suspension or termination of the grant. If you pay any or part of the grant to a third party, you have sole control over their selection, and you are responsible for ensuring that they use the grant in compliance with these terms and conditions.<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-question&#8221; color=&#8221;custom&#8221; background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221; custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; custom_background_color=&#8221;#ed8733&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;FAQ&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35|text_align:left|color:%23000000&#8243; 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