federal grants workshop fancy
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Federal Grants Workshop
Presented by the Office of Congressman Mark Takano
August 16, 2014
Overview
• Frequently Asked Questions• Where to look for Grant Opportunities• California Specific Resources• Resources from Congressman Takano • Letter of Support Guidelines• Contact information
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who is eligible to receive a grant?
Does Congressman Takano choose who is awarded a grant?
Can Congressman Takano's office write and/or review my grant
proposal?
If we do obtain a federal grant, will it fully cover my funding needs?
Where to Look for Grant Opportunities:
First, Consider the following questions when seeking a federal grant:
• State Programs?• Community benefits?• How many people?• Competitive?• Matching funds?
Helpful Websites
California Resources
• State of California• California Workforce Investment Board• California Dept. of Education • Cal Grants • California Grants Watch • Grantsmanship Center
Resources offered from Congressman Takano:
http://takano.house.gov/services/grants-information
Takano.house.gov/services/grants-information
Letters of Support
Letter of Support Guidelines:
If you are requesting a Letter of Support from Congressman Takano, please provide: • Two weeks notice • Grant information• A draft • Address • Please note: You must be a constituent or organization in
California’s 41st Congressional District
Contact Information
• Please go to our website to sign up for our newsletter: takano.house.gov/services/grants-information
• Contact Claire Viall if you have questions about grants or to request a letter of support:
[email protected], 202-225-2305