This 6-part series is designed to equip Tribal Nations with essential tools and insights needed to navigate the complex world of grant writing and funding. From identifying the right funding opportunities to developing a budget narrative, each webinar will guide you step-by-step through the critical processes for securing federal and other types of funding. Whether you’re new to grant writing or looking to refine your skills, this series will provide the insights, strategies, and guidance you need to enhance your funding success.

October 29, 2024 | Session 1

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Description: This webinar will provide strategies for identifying funding opportunities that align with your Tribe’s specific needs. Participants will explore methods for assessing funding priorities and accessing federal, state, and philanthropic funding sources.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how to assess your Tribe’s funding needs and align them with organizational and community priorities.
• Identify and evaluate potential funding opportunities that address those needs from federal, state, and private sources.

Presenter: Cynthia Naha, Senior Associate, Capacity Collaborative, and Senior Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison, American Indian Higher Education Consortium and the Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center

Getting Grant Ready Webinar Series Calendar:

• October 29, 2024 | Identifying Funding Needs and Finding Opportunities | View Recording
• November 5, 2024 | Cracking the Code: Navigating RFAs, NOFOs, and Federal Forms | View Recording
• November 14, 2024 | Crafting Powerful Logic Models for Project Success | View Recording
• December 3, 2024 | Strengthening Proposals with the Right Data | View Recording
• December 10, 2024 | Milestones, Metrics, and Measurements | View Recording
• December 17, 2024 | Developing a Budget and Budget Narrative | View Recording

Who Should Attend:

• Managers, Operators, and Tribal wastewater system staff
• Directors and Department Decision-Makers for Tribal utilities
• Consultants, grant writers, finance officers, and technical assistance providers serving Tribal wastewater systems

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