A Government Grants Application Portal built using Power Pages enables citizens, businesses, or organizations to securely apply for, track, and manage government-funded grant programs. This centralized portal can simplify the submission and review process, ensure transparency, and support various levels of government workflows.
Key Features
- Applicant Registration & Login
- Secure authentication via Azure AD B2C or Microsoft Entra ID.
- Enable different types of applicants: individuals, NGOs, startups, corporations.
- Grant Program Directory
- Display available grant schemes with filters (e.g., eligibility, sector, deadline).
- Use Entity Lists with tags and categories.
- Dynamic Application Forms
- Conditional visibility for form fields based on applicant type or program.
- File upload for supporting documents (business plans, budgets, etc.).
- Auto-populate fields using Dataverse or external APIs.
- Status Tracking
- Applicants can view the status of their application (submitted, under review, approved, rejected).
- Real-time updates using Power Automate and Dataverse status fields.
- Reviewer & Admin Dashboards
- Internal users can review applications, add comments, and approve/reject.
- Use Web Roles for Admin, Reviewer, and Grant Officer.
- Automated Notifications
- Trigger emails or SMS updates using Power Automate for:
- Submission confirmation
- Status changes
- Document requests
- Trigger emails or SMS updates using Power Automate for:
- Multi-language Support
- Offer multilingual content using Web Page Localizations.
- Audit & Compliance
- Track all submission actions.
- Display disclaimers, terms, and GDPR/RTI compliance content.
- Reporting & Analytics
- Use Power BI dashboards to analyze applications by region, sector, or demographics.
- FAQs and Support
- Self-help via Knowledge Base.
- Option for Power Virtual Agent integration for common queries.
Technical Components
| Component | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Dataverse Tables | Applications, Applicants, Grant Programs, Reviews |
| Entity Forms | Dynamic form submissions and editing |
| Web Roles | Applicant, Reviewer, Admin |
| Power Automate | Notifications, approval flows |
| Power BI Embedding | Insights on grant distribution and engagement |
| File Uploads | Secure attachments for proof and documentation |
| Liquid Templates | Custom form rendering and personalized experiences |
| JavaScript | Field validations, user interactions |
Sample Modules
- Apply for Grant – Smart forms with save-as-draft functionality
- My Applications – View and manage submissions with status
- Admin Dashboard – Metrics on grant allocation and progress
- Reviewer Panel – Review, comment, and assign scores
- Notifications – Email alerts for deadline reminders and approvals