To the UMBC Grant Community,

This is a reminder that Effort Reports for Fall 2021 are available and ready for certification. The Fall 2021 period includes Payroll 2022-001 through Payroll 2022-014 (from June 20, 2021 through January 1, 2022). Certifications are due March 30, 2022.

Please remember that Effort Reports are both a Compliance Tool and a Grants Management Tool. After reviewing payroll charges, work with your business managers if any changes are needed. Payroll cost transfers (retros) should be processed prior to certification of Effort Reports.  

To find out whether you have open effort reports (see page 6, Year: 2020 Period: Spring) and to learn how to certify them, see the attached updated Effort Report Quick Reference Guide with screenshots and contact information for your convenience. This guide also provides instructions on how to access the Effort Reports.

Your timely commitment to this process is appreciated.