States are beginning to create individual regulations surrounding AI in addition to federal legislations. Could these regulations affect your funding campaign in the future? ⚠️ ⛔️
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Building your evaluation plan for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II
Do not hesitate in naming your evaluator for the upcoming EDA Tech Hubs Phase II NOFO! External evaluation is a mandatory component of this funding opportunity! 🔍 🔭
Thanking Funders is Key to Retaining Them
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. 🙏
AI in Grant Research: What it Can and Can’t Do
While AI can be a useful tool in grant research, it does not replace the human subject matter expert. 🧠 🔍 💵
Reach out to funders before applying for a specific opportunity
Building a relationship with the program officer is a key strategy for small business owners applying for federal grant funding. Personalize your approach, ask thoughtful questions, and be persistent but not pushy to increase your chances of success! ☎️ 📞 💻
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.
Why you need an Evaluator for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II proposals
The EDA Tech Hubs program has mandated reporting and evaluation requirements for all Phase II! Be sure you are selecting an evaluator early on the proposal preparation process! 🔎 🔭
What is the relationship between AI and grant writing?
The emergence of several tools promising to create grant proposals using AI and little human intervention has some applicants wondering if this is a viable solution. Here is our take on the relationship between grant writing and AI. 🖥 🧠 ✍️
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. 📐 💴 📕