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:

claire.viall@mail.house.gov, 202-225-2305