Purpose: This procedure demonstrates how to add an unofficial note for a discretionary award in G5. These unofficial notes are similar to “sticky notes” that might be attached to a physical folder. The comments are not part of the official Grant File, but any user who has access to the Grant File can view the notes and they are subject to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This field is limited to 4000 characters.
G5 Role: G5 Program Office
Navigation Path: My Grants > Award Record
Prerequisites: The prerequisites for this topic are:
1. The award must be in Obligated status.
2. The user must be the assigned ED Program Contact for the award or a member of the grant team.