The Washington Department of Commerce, in collaboration with Hagerty Consulting, is reaching out to provide a helping hand to local organizations vying for federal clean energy grants. The Federal Funds Grant Writing Assistance Program (FFGWAP) aims to fortify communities with the skills and knowledge necessary to secure federal funding. This initiative surfaces in the wake of significant financial opportunities born from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and Inflation Reduction Act.
The workshops, free of charge, are specifically designed to rapidly to expand the capacity of Washington-based entities. These range from housing authorities to tribes, businesses, and beyond, equipping them with the proficiency to apply for grants in alignment with clean energy and greenhouse gas reduction objectives. According to the City of Everett's official announcement, the sessions will address the full spectrum of federal grant processes, including proposal writing and project management.
On the agenda for November are three workshops hosted in various locations throughout Washington State. First up, Bellingham will welcome participants at the Bellingham Public Schools District Office on November 18 from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST. Everett follows suit the next day at the same time at the Everett Municipal Building. Meanwhile, details for the third session, set to occur in the Seattle area, are forthcoming. Prospective workshop goers are prompted to register by November 12th, as spots are limited.
Networking is encouraged at these workshops, with attendees advised to bring business cards to connect with peer organizations. "Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards, as the workshop provides an excellent opportunity to network and connect with local peer organizations," as stated in the City of Everett website. To ensure as many organizations can benefit as possible, there's a limit of two participants per organization, with additional spots notified if they become available.
Diving into the specifics of the workshops, each session promises to unpack crucial aspects of federal grant applications, centered around innovation, equity, economic growth, and job creation.
