Wed.Mar 16, 2022

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The Pros and Cons of Writing Your Own Grant Proposal

Grant Consulting Services, LLC

Are you completely lost when it comes to applying for grants? Do you want better proposals that are more competitive? Have you considered contracting with a grant professional to help? This article will explain the pros and cons of writing your own grant proposals, so that you can make the best decision for your nonprofit or business and get grants in the most efficient way.

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Mapping the Infrastructure Investment Landscape

First State Insights

Ellory Monks, co-founder of The Atlas, speaks with Troy Mix, Associate Director at the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration, about major opportunities and challenges the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) presents for state and local governments. Topics covered in this March 10, 2022 interview include how Ellory and her team at The Atlas aim to spur transformative policy change and infrastructure investments; what is known about IIJA funding, timelines, and pri

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Colorado’s nation-leading practices in using evidence to guide budget decisions: An interview with Sara Dube, Director, Results First Initiative, The Pew Charitable Trusts – Episode #199

Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast

Colorado is a leader in the U.S. in terms of using evidence to guide state budget decisions, so that dollars flow to programs that are effective. It’s also a leader in terms of building evidence to better learn what works in key program areas. For example: State agencies are required by the governor’s budget office to show the evidence behind requested budget changes.

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Live from HIMSS - Former VA CIO Jim Gfrerer Reflects on Public Service, Essential Partnerships for Driving Innovation

GovCast

Live from HIMSS, Former Department of Veterans Affairs CIO James Gfrerer discusses the importance of bridging business perspectives with tech-minded federal leadership. He reflects on his time in the role, some surprises he uncovered along the way and the importance of partnerships in technology modernization.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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Mission First Podcast Series: The Government IT Supply Chain, Explained

CarahCast

Watch episode three of Mission First, our Department of Defense (DoD) and National Security podcast series focusing on the mission, not products. During this session, Keith Nakasone, former deputy assistant commissioner of acquisition management within the information technology office at the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service and Federal Strategist , VMware and Craig Bowman, Sr.