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Technical Assistance Offered by NCHV

Training on the Federal Grant Process

The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans will be offering a free training session for organizations currently serving or looking to serve veterans. The training will go over the basics of federal grant applications with particular attention paid to the Grant and Per Diem funding offered from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program funds given by the Department of Labor. Participants will also learn about the necessary OMB regulatory circulars and how to make sure that they maintain compliance with their funders. Information will also be given on creating and meeting measurable objectives when writing a project plan and how to assist veterans in accessing employment programs in their area.

This training session is an aimed at those groups who are just starting out or looking to expand their work with veterans.      Scheduled trainings:

• Chicago, IL (Mercy Housing Lakefront, South Loop Apartments, 1521 S. Wabash Ave.) – March 12, 2009, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

To register for the Chicago training, send an e-mail with your name, organization and contact information to [email protected]. For more information please check www.nchv.org. More information will be posted on additional trainings as the schedule and locations are confirmed.2009 VA Capital Grant NOFA Conference Call

• Thursday, February 12 at 2 p.m. ET (To register, e-mail [email protected])
• Wednesday, February 25 at 2 p.m. ET (To register, e-mail [email protected])

During this teleconference series, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, will discuss funding priorities and the rules and regulations of the 2009 Capital Grant. The Notice of Fund Availability (NOFA) was announced on January 23, 2009. Lilliston will provide an overview of the Capital Grant application process and specifics of the current NOFA. Note: The same material will be covered during both calls. 

A question and answer session will follow the presentation. We encourage callers to submit questions before the day of the conference call. Please download and read through the NOFA and application prior to the call. You may download the application here.To register for these teleconferences, send an e-mail to the above address with your name, organization name, and e-mail address. You will receive the call-in number and access code to confirm your participation. VA Capital Grant Application Conference Call

• Wednesday, February 4 at 2 p.m. ET (To register, e-mail [email protected])
• Thursday, February 26 at 2 p.m. ET (To register, e-mail [email protected])
• Tuesday, March 3 at 2 p.m. ET (To register, e-mail [email protected])
• Thursday, March 5 at 2 p.m. ET (To register, e-mail [email protected])

During this teleconference series, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, will provide an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Program. Details will be given on allowable funding costs, the application process, and general guidelines on completing the application. Note: The same material will be covered during all calls. These calls will be aimed at individuals and homeless veteran service providers who want to learn more about the Grant and Per Diem Program and/or are planning to apply for capital grant funding for the first time.

There will be a question and answer session following the presentation. To register for these teleconferences, send an e-mail to the above addresses with your name, organization name, and e-mail address. You will receive the call-in number and access code to confirm your participation.