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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.

December 17, 2024 | Session 6

Description: This webinar will provide guidance on developing a budget that accurately reflects your project needs and creating a clear budget narrative that aligns with those needs. Participants will learn how to justify allowable budget items and demonstrate fiscal responsibility in their proposals.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn the components of an effective grant budget, including identifying allowable and reasonable costs for your project.
• Understand how to create a detailed budget narrative that explains the necessity and justification of each budget line item.
• Develop skills to align your budget with project objectives, ensuring your financial plan supports your project’s success and satisfies funders’ requirements.

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 for Tribes 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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