Empower Your Organization for Federal Funding Success!
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- When: November 5 – December 10, 2024, with six 2-hour sessions held every Tuesday from 12:00-2:00 PM CT.
- Cost: $600 for the entire six-session course (valued at $800)
- Who Should Attend: Nonprofit professionals who have never written a federal grant and want to be prepared to navigate the federal grant pre-award and post-award process with confidence.
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Most people consider federal grant training to be a more advanced form of grant writing and management. At Assel Grant Services, we believe that federal grants share many characteristics with significant foundation grants. However, there are numerous nuances unique to federal grants. This professional development series is designed to help you step through the federal grant process for the first time with confidence.
You learn how to:
• Identify and pursue suitable federal funding opportunities
• Build key relationships and navigate federal grant systems
• Develop compelling proposals with evidence-based programming
• Create compliant budgets and manage federal grants effectively
• Work with evaluators and potentially become a grant reviewer
Our Training Team: Learn from Certified Grant Experts
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it – see what past participants have to say about our training programs:
“What a fantastic experience! Julie’s engaging and informative approach left me with valuable notes and insights. I learned so much and can’t wait to continue my learning journey.”
The speaker excelled at breaking down complex topics into digestible pieces.”
“I experienced many ‘aha!’ moments throughout the course.”
“Julie’s detailed explanation of professional development steps and her guidance on overcoming common challenges were incredibly encouraging. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise!”
Course Details
Session 1: Navigating the Federal Funding Landscape
• Understanding the federal grant ecosystem
• Strategies for identifying suitable opportunities
• Aligning federal priorities with your organization’s mission
November 5 | 2 Hours
Session 2: Building Bridges: Relationships in Federal Grants
• Effective communication with program officers and legislators
• Navigating key federal grant portals (Grants.gov, SAM.gov)
• Best practices for establishing and maintaining professional relationships
November 12 | 2 Hours
Session 3: Crafting a Winning Federal Grant Proposal
• Structuring your proposal for maximum impact
• Incorporating evidence-based programming effectively
• Managing timelines and team coordination
November 19 | 2 Hours
Session 4: Federal Grant Budgets: From Forms to Justifications
• Demystifying standard budget forms
• Crafting compelling budget narratives
• Special considerations for research grant budgets
November 26 | 2 Hours
Session 5: Federal Grant Management: Compliance and Success
• Navigating financial reporting and audit requirements
• Mastering non-financial obligations (program reporting, performance measurement)
• Strategies for ongoing compliance management
December 3 | 2 Hours
Session 6: Beyond the Application: Evaluation and Reviewing Federal Grants
• Working effectively with external evaluators
• Understanding the federal grant review process
• Insider tips for becoming a federal grant reviewer
December 10 | 2 Hours
Advance Your Professional Development with CEUs All our courses are eligible for Continuing Education Units (CEUs), recognized by:
• Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI)
• CFRE International
Key Benefits:
• Maintain your professional certifications
• Demonstrate ongoing commitment to professional growth
• Enhance your skills in line with industry standards
Our approach ensures you’re not just learning – you’re advancing your career with every course.
View a list of the GPCI’s Validated Competencies and Skills
View a list of the CFRE’s Domains and Tasks
Online, Live & Custom Trainings
Our team of certified grant experts deliver training
presentations online and live across the country.
We have a library of timely, relevant topics that have
proven valuable to hundreds of attendees. We can also
create custom presentations to match the mission of
your organization or conference event.