To retain funders as long-term partners, it’s important to thank them for their contribution and treat them as stakeholders. Personalize the thank you note, send it within a week of receiving the grant, share progress regularly, and involve them in important strategic decisions. This will show that you value and appreciate their support, leading to a positive and lasting relationship. 🙏
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AI’s Role, Capabilities, and Drawbacks in Grant Funding Research
AI can not identify grant funding opportunities that fit a specific project without human intervention. 💻 🧠 💵
NSF extends SBIR submission window
The current SBIR/STTR Phase I solicitation submission window end date has been extended to 5:00 PM submitter’s local time on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Stay tuned for new SBIR/STTR submission opportunities.
Be prepared to answer these 9 questions in your grant applications
When applying for federal grants, it’s important to be prepared to answer questions about how your business aligns with the values and priorities of the funding organization, the potential risks and challenges associated with your project, your short and long-term goals, your team’s experience and expertise, the impact your project will have on the community, your business’s mission and budget, metrics you will use to measure success, and your personal story as the founder. 📐 💴 📕
NSF ITE Startup Accelerator Ignition Program Award Winners Announced
The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) ITE Feasibility Study for Startup Accelerator Ignition Program award requires extensive reporting to continue receiving funding. Savvy applicants will enlist the help of their external independent evaluator to meet these reporting requirements. 📊
6 POST-Application Questions to Ask Program Officers (after you submit your proposal)
The proposal preparation process does not end when you submit your application to the funder. Asking follow up questions after submission can be to the applicant’s benefit. ❓ 🤔
Why we CAN NOT imply, promise, or guarantee that your grant proposal(s) or projects will be funded
While we hope every client we meet is awarded funding and provide guidance to help them craft a competitive proposal, we can not imply, promise, or guarantee any proposal will be funded. ⛔️
If you are looking at US Federal Funding – Start updating and collecting your team’s resumes.
A strong team with compelling resumes is key to crafting a competitive application to a federal funding opportunity! 🔬 🧪
Funding success through leveraging your networks
Building relationships with individuals who have inside knowledge of the funding agency and staying organized throughout the process can increase the chances of securing federal funding for small businesses. 🌐📞
How to Address Equity in a Meaningful Way in Federal Applications
Successful applicants to any federal program will consider Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIA&B) and ensure program activities reflect a commitment to equitable outcomes.