Sat.Nov 21, 2020 - Fri.Nov 27, 2020

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A Dozen Ways to Communicate Better Verbally

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

In our age of disinformation, conspiracy theories, and alternative facts, talking with people we disagree with can be challenging. Sometimes these are people we’re trying to reach with vital information about emergency preparedness. This episode is an interview with Michael Buschmohle, an international business communications trainer for government agencies and emergency personnel, who will share 12 specific phrases he’s found for opening conversations and encouraging listening.

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A kind of paradise

Princeton Public Library

“I have always imagined that Paradise will be a kind of library.” ? Jorge Luis Borges As librarians, we’re natural-born readers who eat, sleep and breathe books. So, it should come as no surprise that the library where we work feels more like a cozy home, surrounded by our favorite things, rather than a job.

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Tips to Increase Your Donations Before Year End!

ResourceAssociates

by Resource Associates @ grantwriters.net. Grant Questions? Let’s talk. info@grantwriters.net 505-326-4245. Every year between November and December nonprofits all over the U.S. are scrambling to attract donors with one last push to make a donation before the year ends. What can make your appeal stand out to potential donors and motivate your current donors to stay loyal to your initiatives?

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New Feature: Custom Profanity Filter

Social Pinpoint

Social Pinpoint creates a safe and engaging place that stakeholders can contribute their feedback on projects and initiatives that affect them, especially with the introduction of our custom profanity filter. The post New Feature: Custom Profanity Filter appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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Holiday Safety Tips for Municipal Operations

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also introduces unique challenges for municipal operations. From ensuring safe snow removal and managing icy sidewalks to organizing festive events and addressing increased community needs, municipalities play a critical role in keeping residents safe and operations running smoothly. This eBook provides actionable safety tips to help your team navigate the holiday season effectively, protect staff and citizens, and ensure compliance with safe

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Sign Management with PubWorks

PubWorks Blog

Sign Management with PubWorks. Organizations that manage roadways often struggle with how to effectively manage signs and keep compliant with Federal Highway management standards. The maintenance and replacement of road signs is incredibly important but can be a difficult undertaking. . According to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) statistics, approximately 42,000 people die annually on U.S. roads.

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Cancer Research Education Grants Program - Research Experiences (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Insights from nearly a decade of CountyStat: An interview with Dave Gottesman, CountyStat Manager, Montgomery County, Maryland – Episode #173

Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast

Montgomery County, located just north of Washington D.C. is a leader in the use of performance management, including through its CountyStat initiative , drawing on the model of other PerformanceStat efforts. Its reputation for results-focused government continues today under County Executive Marc Elrich, who has been in that role since 2018. To learn more about the county’s journey with data-driven decision making and what lessons we can draw for other jurisdictions, we’re joined by

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Pop-up Episode: Happy Thanksgiving!

FedHeads

The FedHeads share their holiday plans and wish you a happy and safe Thanksgiving! The FedHeads share their holiday plans and wish you a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

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Cancer Research Education Grants Program - Courses for Skills Development (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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The Case for Embracing Tolls

The Market Urbanism Report

How road pricing ends gridlock, increases revenues, and increases mass transit use.

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How Breckenridge, CO Ensures Tax & Licensing Compliance

Breckenridge’s short-term rental boom—over 4,200 licenses —put intense pressure on the town’s small staff and manual processes. Facing compliance and efficiency challenges, the town teamed up with GovOS to automate its STR licensing. The new system: Cut admin time Reduced errors Improved the experience for property owners and town staff Discover the full impact of automation on Breckenridge’s STR management—download the case study.

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Roseanne Rosenthal: 2020 Election and Native American Affairs

Policy Chats

In this episode, Chair of the UCR Graduate Student Researchers In Areas of Native American Studies Society, Roseanne Rosenthal talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about Native American history, issues and policy implications. About Roseanne Rosenthal : Roseanne Rosenthal is Mescalero Apache and Tewa. She is a non-traditional student who decided to come back to school after decades of working as a nurse in many different areas.

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Multi-Site Studies for System-Level Implementation of Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Services (R34 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 11-15-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Col

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Multi-Site Studies for System-Level Implementation of Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Services (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 11-15-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Col

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Research Supplements to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research (Admin Supp Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 05-07-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are allowed. See FOA for full eligibility details. Description The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hereby notify Program Director(s)/Principal Investi

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Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation

Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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Addressing Health Disparities among Immigrant Populations through Effective Interventions (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Smart Health and Biomedical Research in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Data Science

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research labs, professional societies, and similar organizations in the U.S. associated with educational or research activities. -Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) - Two- and four-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members.

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Advanced Development and Validation of Emerging Molecular and Cellular Analysis Technologies for Basic and Clinical Cancer Research (R33 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 09-28-2021

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Advanced Development and Validation of Emerging Biospecimen Science Technologies for Basic and Clinical Cancer Research (R33 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 09-29-2021

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

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Innovative Biospecimen Science Technologies for Basic and Clinical Cancer Research (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 09-29-2021

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Graduate Research Training Initiative for Student Enhancement (G-RISE) (T32 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 01-30-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Alzheimer's Clinical Trials Consortium (ACTC) Clinical Trials (R01 Clinical Trial Required) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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NIDCR Small Grant Program for New Investigators (R03 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Overcoming Operational Challenges in Parks & Recreation

Speaker: Noratek

Maintaining parks and recreation facilities efficiently is no easy task, especially when faced with scheduling issues, aging infrastructure, and inconsistent inspections. Join us for this insightful webinar where we explore the most common challenges departments like yours are facing and how digital tools like CityReporter can help you streamline operations, ensure safety, and make better use of your resources.

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Designing Synthetic Cells Beyond the Bounds of Evolution

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Proposers must be affiliated with an institution at nspires.nasaprs.com/ and, in general, NASA provides funding only to US institutions. Organizations outside the U.S. that propose on the basis of a policy of no-exchange-of-funds; consult the Guidebook for Proposers ([link] for specific details. Some NRAs may be issued jointly with a non-U.S. organization, e.g., those concerning guest observing programs for jointly sponsored space science programs, that will contain additional specia

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Initiative for Maximizing Student Development (IMSD) (T32 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 01-30-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Outstanding New Environmental Scientist (ONES) Award (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 02-24-2023

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Cancer Research Education Grants Program - Curriculum or Methods Development (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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Boost Revenue With Simple Short-Term Rental Registration and Tax Collections

Government agencies that rely on tax revenue to fund critical services and infrastructure are finding it more urgent than ever to bridge the gap between under-reported tax revenue and taxpayers’ understanding of the processes. This is especially true as things like short-term rentals (STRs) have grown in popularity and become new sources of income for residents.

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Multidisciplinary Studies of HIV/AIDS and Aging (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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NHLBI Clinical Trial Pilot Studies (R34 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Col

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Multidisciplinary Studies of HIV/AIDS and Aging (R21 Clinical Trial Optional) - Deadline To Apply 01-07-2024

iGrantWriters

Eligibility Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISISs); Eligible Agencies of the Federal Government; Faith-based or Community-based Organizations; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.

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The Case for Embracing Tolls

The Market Urbanism Report

How road pricing ends gridlock, increases revenues, and increases mass transit use.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.