(a) VA will review all applications for adaptive sports grants using the following selection criteria:

1. (1) The adaptive sports activities to be provided by the program are clearly stated;
2. (2) The objectives of the proposed program are clearly defined;
3. (3) The program design is based on facts, good reasoning, sound judgment, and logic, and contains program elements directly linked to the achievement of program objectives;
4. (4) The program management structure is adequate to the successful conduct of the program;
5. (5) The applicant's capability (including support provided by any partnership or partnerships) is demonstrated at a level sufficient to successfully support the program;
6. (6) Budgeted costs are reasonable, allowable and produce good value for the amount of funds paid for the activities proposed to be undertaken;
7. (7) The proposed program provides adaptive sports opportunities in geographic regions where VA has identified limited sports opportunities for disabled veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces;
8. (8) The proposed program provides an adaptive sports activity or adaptive sports activities that meet the current needs and priorities for disabled veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces; and
9. (9) Inclusion of all required information in the grant application as specified by 38 U.S.C. 521A(c).