Can the match funds get applied to soft funds or expenses not covered by grant? What are the scenarios that match funds could be reduced, or what does "in kind" mean?

Match funds can be applied to any project costs not covered by the grant being provided. Grantees are required to contribute ten percent (10%) of the grant award total, however, match funds have already been reduced from the total grant award. Examples of "in-kind" could be donated construction materials or labor for a project.