Last Updated on August 18, 2016 by cassnetwork
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue Extension is offering an introductory course on preparing grant proposals. In the fall of 2016, the workshops will be held in five communities around the state:
• Purdue Extension-Marion County, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205, Wednesday, September 21 and Wednesday, October 19, 2016.
• Purdue Extension-LaPorte County, 2857 W. State Road 2, Suite A, LaPorte, IN 46350, Tuesday, October 4 and Tuesday, October 25, 2016.
• Purdue Extension-Harrison County, 247 Atwood Street, Corydon, IN 47122, Wednesday, October 5 and Wednesday, October 26, 2016.
• Decatur County-Greensburg Public Library, 1110 E. Main Street, Greensburg, IN 47240, Friday, October 28 and Friday, November 18, 2016.
• Purdue Extension-Huntington County, 1340 S. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN 46750, Monday, December 5, 2016 and Wednesday, January 11, 2017.
The Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing Workshop teaches grant writers of all skill levels how to prepare and submit a professional proposal. The two-day workshops take place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. local time on both days listed above. The two-day workshop is geared toward those who work for nonprofit organizations and government agencies.
Participants will learn how to develop ideas for winning grant proposals, identify and work with funding sources, and understand the proposal development, submission and review process. Professional review of a draft proposal is also included.
“Participants in previous workshops have received millions of dollars in funding, allowing them to expand community facilities, purchase needed equipment, and increase their services,” said Kris Parker, Regional Community Development Educator with Purdue Extension. Registration is $175 per person and includes a workbook, reference materials and lunch both days. Additional information and a registration form are available by clicking here. Or, by contacting Kym at 219-386-5232, or kschwink@purdue.edu.
SOURCE: News release from Purdue Extension