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Best Practices for Working a Team on a Grant Proposal

Peak Proposals

July 17, 2022 Writing a grant proposal usually requires a significant amount of collaboration with others. For large, high-dollar value proposals, it’s necessary to assemble a team. Other proposals that are less complicated may not require a formal team, but they will still require help, such as editing assistance or consultations with subject matter experts.

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Are small grants worth the effort?

Professional Grant Writer

A nonprofit client approached us with an interesting question: Is it worth my while to go after small grants (around $1,000 to $10,000). The post Are small grants worth the effort? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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Is it time for the death of the password?

Open Access Government - Technology News

Open Access Government speaks with Patrick McBride on how best to protect your data online and whether it’s time to go passwordless. Patrick McBride, the chief marketing officer for Beyond Identity, has almost 30 years of experience in cybersecurity. I’ve been an engineer and I’ve been an industry analyst in the space. I’ve been a Chief Information Officer and a Chief Information Security Officer.

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Postsecondary Accreditation Cannot Become a Race to the Bottom

Homeroom

By: Antoinette Flores, Senior Advisor, Office of Postsecondary Education The Department of Education (Department) is committed to ensuring that institutions of higher education (institutions) maintain high quality standards and strong student outcomes. As a member of the Federal triad, which under the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA) requires the Department to work in conjunction with.

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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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Best Practices for Working with a Team on a Grant Proposal

Peak Proposals

Writing a grant proposal usually requires a significant amount of collaboration with others. For large, high-dollar value proposals, it’s necessary to assemble a team. Other proposals that are less complicated may not require a formal team, but they will still require help, such as editing assistance or consultations with subject matter experts. Keeping a proposal moving forward and coordinating everyone’s contributions can take a lot of work, and there are many potential obstacles that can prev

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What is supply chain?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The supply chain is the interconnected journey that raw materials, components, and goods take before their assembly and sale to customers.

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Amazon SageMaker Studio Lab helps educators focus on teaching rather than technology

AWS Public Sector Blog

In the modern workplace, the ability to program and understand how to apply machine learning (ML) is an increasingly important skill. A World Economic Forum report estimates that 50% of all employees will need reskilling by 2025 as adoption of technology increases. Programming is no longer a niche skill but a core foundational requirement for many of these roles.

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Top 3 Reasons Why Funders’ Grant Workshops Are Worth Attending

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

You know the exact feeling I am talking about. You just got the email from a funder announcing the next round of grant applications, including an accompanying workshop. Even if it’s not mandatory, you feel obligated to attend. Even though you have written this grant every year for the past five years. Even though you get awarded every year. Even though the workshop has been the same presentation for the past five years.

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Microsoft Federal Business Applications Webinar - August 11 @ 1pm ET

Microsoft Public Sector

Please join us for our next Federal Business Applications Webinar where we'll get to hear all about the impressive solutions offered by Nuance, one of the newest members to the Microsoft family, and learn how organizations can leverage their innovative technology in the Microsoft Business Applications Ecosystem. As a pioneer in conversational AI and ambient intelligence, Nuance combines the power of cutting-edge technology and deep domain expertise across an array of industries – including healt

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Cybersecurity strategies: fighting alert fatigue and building resilience

Open Access Government - Technology News

As security risks increase in complexity, and data expands exponentially, cybersecurity strategies need to simplify – and streamline. In a world where cybercrime is evolving at a rapid pace, the role of a cybersecurity professional is one of constant vigilance and high stakes. As the volume of data increases exponentially, the vast majority (83%) of cybersecurity professionals say they are struggling to cope with the sheer volume of security alerts, with IDC data revealing that this can lead to

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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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Rising Cyberthreats Increase Cyber Insurance Premiums While Reducing Availability

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Cyber insurance has been around for about 20 years. These insurance policies cover common cyber-related losses, such as those associated with data breaches and ransomware attacks that result in loss of business or disruptions. But while more.

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A Major Research Study Sheds Light on the Reading Habits of Millennials and Gen Z: What the Results Mean for Your Library Promotions

Super Library Marketing

Photo courtesy Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library. Self-absorbed. Screen-obsessed. Entitled. Lazy. Those are just four of the many stereotypes I’ve heard about young adults. I’ve raised two Gen-Zers. My daughters, now aged 18 and 22, are hardworking and socially conscious. They set boundaries for their work-life balance. They have an easier time setting down their phones than I do.

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Meet 2022 People’s Choice Award winner Josh Josa from USAID

Partnership for Public Service

The Partnership for Public Service announced on July 19 that Josh Josa of the U.S. Agency for International Development is the winner of the 2022 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals® “Sammies” People’s Choice Award. The Partnership’s Jordan LaPier interviewed Josa, an inclusive education specialist, and discussed how he has leveraged U.S. resources and influence to promote educational opportunities in developing nations for children and youth with disabilities.

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Ransomware attacks threaten the NHS

Open Access Government - Technology News

Mark Warren discusses ransomware attacks and why the NHS is particularly vulnerable. Mark Warren is Marketing Director at Osirium and has extensive experience in IT as a vendor and customer in application development and cybersecurity. I’ve been with the company for just about three and a half years now. I’ve got a long history in IT in all sorts of different parts of technology, both as a buyer and a seller.

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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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For Disability Pride Month—We Highlight Our Work on Access Issues

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

July is Disability Pride Month—a month commemorating the 1990 passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities, and recognizes that disabilities are a part of human diversity.

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Occupational Licensing Is An Anti-American Scourge

The Market Urbanism Report

Permitting and licensing is now required for some of America's most basic industries.

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There’s a NEW Social Media Platform for Senior Citizens… and It’s a Big Opportunity for Libraries!

Super Library Marketing

Watch the Episode Now. The Library Marketing???????? Show, Episode 151: In this episode, I’ll introduce you to a new social media platform launched by the AARP called Senior Planet Community. This is an excellent promotional opportunity for libraries. I’ll share what I’ve learned about this new site. Kudos in this episode go to the Racine Public Library.

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S30 Episode 01 - Volunteering In Retirement

ParkTalk podcast

Former business owner Marty Ceranek tells how he successfully transitioned to retirement and why he enjoys volunteering at Naperville Park District. Former business owner Marty Ceranek tells how he successfully transitioned to retirement and why he enjoys volunteering at Naperville Park District.

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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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Mary Campbell, The Housing Oprah: Everybody Gets A House

Iron Sharpens Iron

Mary Campbell, Director of Housing Services at New Kensington CDC joins hosts Leon Robinson and De’Wayne Drummond to talk about the many layers of what it means to be a housing counselor, the critical role of these advocates, and the need for more supports for affordable, stable housing and opportunities for home ownership. Mary has seen it all, been it all, and supports Philadelphians on their path to home ownership, fights for citizens to stay in their homes, and for the policies, programs and

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How Parks and Recreation Can Support People Experiencing Homelessness – August Bonus Episode

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

The August issue of Parks & Recreation magazine is out now, and on today’s bonus episode of Open Space Radio, we’re diving deeper into one of this month’s feature stories, titled, “ Homelessness: How Can I Help? ” The article explores how homelessness continues to be a serious social and public health issue in the U.S., and how park and recreation agencies are increasingly helping to support their community members who are experiencing homelessness and housing instability.

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Should Local Governments Embrace Private-Sector Partners in 2022?

GovPilot

Americans are increasingly frustrated with the public sector. While the rising distrust in government is often directed at the Federal government, leadership at the state and local levels aren’t quite off the hook.

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Last chance to register for the IMAGINE 2022 conference for education, state, and local leaders

AWS Public Sector Blog

Registration is still open for the IMAGINE 2022 conference presented by Amazon Web Services (AWS). On Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at the Seattle Convention Center in Seattle, Washington, the IMAGINE 2022 conference will bring together education, state, and local leaders for a full day of learning about the latest innovations and best practices in the cloud to help transform communities.

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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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The Future of EMI, Training or Education?

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Dr. Jeff Stern is the Superintendent of the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) , located at Emmitsburg Maryland. EMI is the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) center for the development and delivery of emergency management instructional curriculum that is delivered both in-person and remotely via technology. In this podcast we discuss the history of EMI and how it and the curriculum is constantly changing, just as our national threats have evolved over the years.

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Why States Need Stronger Statutes about Animal Cruelty

Barrett & Greene

by Diana Urban, former Chair of the Connecticut General Assembly Committee on Children, presently founder and president of Protecting Kids and Pets Partnership ??. Buffalo, Sandy Hook, Uvalde, Parkland, Columbine, Pearl High School. Terrible tragedies and many opinions as to what went wrong. Anguished cries about red flags that were ignored, including mental health issues, early childhood trauma, social media posts, the availability (or straight up purchase) of high-powered weapons.

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Voices carry

Princeton Public Library

The library’s main stairwell evokes a ship-like feeling. In fact, on a few occasions, patrons and staff members have reenacted part of the Titanic scene in which the protagonists, Jack and Rose, stand, arms outstretched, on the bow of the boat. Beautifully designed by Hillier Architecture, the open staircase is unimpeded by sound barriers on […].

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Advancing health equity with ET3 programs and AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

This is a guest post by Juli Stover, chief strategy officer of eVisit. eVisit is a leading enterprise care delivery platform built for modern health systems and hospitals. In March of 2022, eVisit was selected to receive cloud computing credits from Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a part of the AWS Health Equity Initiative , a $40 million, three-year global commitment supporting organizations that are developing solutions to advance health equity. eVisit’s role as a participant in the AWS Health Eq

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Maximizing Municipal Budgets: Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners

Speaker: Noratek

Join this insightful webinar on how local governments can reduce costs and optimize resources. Discover how municipalities like yours are leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, reduce operational costs, and generate lasting ROI. Key Takeaways: Learn actionable steps to reduce operational costs and increase community engagement Explore how digital tools can streamline inspections and reporting Understand the financial and operational benefits of digital management solutions Hear real-

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Celebrating Latino Conservation Week — Episode 117

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

As you likely know, we are currently celebrating Park and Recreation Month here at NRPA and at park and recreation departments across the country throughout the month of July. And there’s also a special week that takes place in July that we are big fans of — Latino Conservation Week, which is taking place now through July 24. Launched in 2014, Latino Conservation Week is an initiative of Hispanic Access Foundation and was created to support the Latino community getting outdoors and participating

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??Why your in-person town halls aren’t reaching people

Citizen Lab

In-person town halls have long been the foundation of community engagement for local governments. A tried and tested method for engagement, in-person meetings provide a moderated forum for people to voice their opinions directly to their officials. But they are far from perfect. In fact, they can be quite exclusionary and can skew governments’ views on what their community (or the loudest… The post ??

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Planning for heat/climate change | Public health

Rebuilding Place in Urban Space

Yesterday, I really wanted to check out some parks in South Salt Lake, and I went for a bike ride to do so when the temperature was 106 °. Not too smart (did help me lose some weight). I was struck by how this one playground facility in Fitts Park was the only one I've ever seen with shade screens. I doubt it was to deal with the heat specifically. More for design aesthetics probably, but increasingly these kinds of measures should be taken within parks and place planning, to make places more re

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How an Online Community Engagement Strategy Saves Time

Social Pinpoint

Here's how to ensure that you receive timely, insightful, and cost-effective feedback that will make your initiative successful. The post How an Online Community Engagement Strategy Saves Time appeared first on Social Pinpoint - A Place to Engage Your Community.

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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.