Grants Information Collection News

Winter and Spring GIC Workshops

2011-11-30T12:44:00.000-06:00

Up-coming Workshops

Grantseeking Basics

This session provides an introduction to two of the key online tools for finding funders: Foundation Directory Online Professional (FDO) and Philanthropy In/Sight. In this 90 minute workshop, you will learn how to...

- Create customized searches to develop lists of prospective foundation and corporate donors that will match your nonprofit organization's funding needs using FDO;

- Search for foundations that support programs and organizations like yours, fund in your geographic area, and many other criteria; and

- Use Philanthropy In/Sight, the Foundation Center’s interactive mapping tool, to visualize the impact of philanthropy around the world today.

Friday, December 16, 2011 ~ 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

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Proposal Writing Basics

In this workshop you will learn the basics of writing a proposal for your nonprofit organization. If you are new to proposal writing, you may be wondering:

- What are the key components of a proposal to a foundation?

- Who should sign a grant request?

- How should the proposal be packaged?

- Should you contact a funder if your proposal is turned down?

Proposal Writing Basics, an introductory overview of the process, will give you some answers!

Friday, January 20, 2012 ~ 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

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Intro to Foundation Grants for Non-Profit Organizations

Sessions will include an orientation to the Collection, background on the world of grantmaking, information on how to build a credible nonprofit organization, as well as general grantseeking tips. This workshop is suitable for staff of nonprofit organizations and UW clientele.

Thursday, February 23, 2012 ~ 1p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Friday, April 27, 2012 ~ 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Foundation Directory Online
Gain hands-on experience using the Foundation Center's foundation database, Foundation Directory Online. Those new to grants research, consider taking it with the workshop above!

Thursday, February 23, 2012 ~ 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday, April 27, 2012 ~ 11 a.m. – 12 noon

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Grants for Your Education

This free presentation is for current and future students in Wisconsin (of any institute of higher education) interested in researching potential scholarships, fellowships, and grants for one’s education. Focus is on how to identify funding sources beyond those that are available through most offices of financial aid.

Thursday, February 16, 2012 ~ 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon

Identifying Grants for Research & Project Funding

Aimed at those from the University community (and from the public at large) who are interested in identifying grant opportunities for their research and special projects. Emphasis is on funding for academic pursuits.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012 ~ 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

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Further Information

Each semester the Grants Information Collection in Memorial Library at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, sponsors workshops on grant-seeking strategies. Workshops generally exclude funding for for-profit enterprises and for personal welfare assistance.

Fee: None ~ free to all

Registration: Not required ~ but seating is limited.

Location: Room 231 Memorial Library
at 728 State Street, Madison*

Non-UW participants will be able to get a day pass upon showing an ID at the entrance. For more information telephone the Nikki Busch at (608) 262-6431, or send email to: grantsinfo@library.wisc.edu.

Communiversity Session: Evaluating Nonprofit Programs

2011-10-27T11:31:00.000-06:00

Register now for this special Communiversity session presented by the UW Center for Nonprofits:

“Evaluating Nonprofit Programs: The Case of a Community Partnership"
with UW Associate Professor Lori Bakken and collaborators, Hugh Meyers and Cathy Couture of Orion Family Services

Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Presentation 5:00 – 6:00 pm with networking reception to follow

1800 Engineering Hall, 1415 Engineering Drive, UW-Madison Campus
Parking Available in Lot 17 next to Engineering Hall

Evaluating the effectiveness of nonprofit programs is a critical element of continuous planning efforts. This
session will share details of how UW faculty and students worked with principals of Orion Family Services on
evaluating their “Parent Skill Builders” program. Participants will hear about how this collaborative
community/academic partnership worked and details of the value derived from it. This session will also
explore how similar evaluation projects can impact future funding and program decisions.

Registration is free and open to the public.
Register by pressing Ctrl and clicking on this site:
https://www.ohrd.wisc.edu/OHRDCatalogPortal/Default.aspx?tabid=29&CourseKey=36474
Or by emailing Katherine Sydor at sydor@wisc.edu

This UW Center for Nonprofits Communiversity Sessions receive generous support for this series from the
Oscar Rennebohm Foundation, Alliant Energy Foundation, and the Brittingham Fund, Inc.

Grant Links, October 17, 2011

2011-10-17T09:43:00.000-06:00

UW-Madison: College of Letters & Sciences - Ralph B. Abrams Scholarship (Undergraduates)

Beloit, WI: Ambassador Club to give grants (Nonprofit Organizations)

Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, Portage, Taylor,Wood, and western Shawano Counties, WI: Komen affiliate to offer grants (Nonprofit Organizations, Governmental Agencies and Educational Institutions)

WI: Department of Health Services - Procurement and Grant Opportunities (Varies)

WI: Department of Natural Resources - Funding Sources Water and Wastewater (Varies)

WI: Wisconsin Department of Tourism Grants

Grant Links: September 28, 2011

2011-09-28T12:13:00.000-06:00

UW-Green Bay: Research Council announces fall 2011 funding opportunities (faculty research)

WI: Wisconsin Community Fund's Social Justice Grants (nonprofit organizations)

US: American Soybean Scholarship Applications Now Online (college-bound high school seniors)

US: Education is Power MedPro Rx Scholarship

US: KaBOOM!/Let's Play Grants (nonprofit organizations or governmental subdivision)

US: Online Colleges.org Support A Student Scholarship for Single Parents

Grant Links: September 12, 2011

2011-09-12T14:51:00.000-06:00

Fond du Lac, WI: Women's Fund of the Fond du Lac Area Foundation (Nonprofit Orgs)

US: Astraea Lesbian Foundation's International Fund for Sexual Minorities (Nonprofit Orgs)

US: KFC Colonel's Scholars (College-bound high school seniors)

US: Marshall Scholars for Study in the UK (Graduate Students)

US: National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate (NDSEG) Fellowship (Doctoral Students)

International: Khyentse Foundation (Buddhist students)

Grant Links: August 22, 2011

2011-08-22T08:47:00.000-06:00

WI: Horatio Alger Wisconsin Scholarship (College-bound High School Seniors)

US: Coca−Cola Scholars Program (College-bound High School Seniors)

US: Environmental Protection Agency Fellowships (Graduate Students)

US: National Academy of Education/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship Program

US: Office of Research & Analysis to Offer Grants to Research Value and Impact of the Arts (Nonprofits, units of state or local government; or federally recognized tribal communities or tribes)

US: Wendy’s High School Heisman Program (College-bound High School Seniors)

US: Whole Foods School Garden Grants (Nonprofit organization or nonprofit K-12 school)

Thursday, August 11th is Madison Nonprofit Day

2011-08-10T11:13:00.000-06:00

Don't Forget! Celebrate and Learn at: http://www.madisonnonprofitday.org/

About: http://www.madisonnonprofitday.org/about/what_is

Schedule: http://www.madisonnonprofitday.org/schedule/

Hope to see you there!

Stories - How Nonprofits Shape Madison

2011-07-21T11:18:00.000-06:00

Madison WI - Absolutely Art (2322 Atwood Ave.) & Café Zoma are proudto feature “Stories— How Nonprofits Shape Madison” during the month of August. Please join us for a photographic celebration of Madison’s Nonprofit Organizations, live local music, and catering by Bunky’s Café the night of the reception.

Friday, August 5, 2011
5-9 pm

Both group representation and individual artistic expression, “Stories” is comprised of eight photographers’ work that provides an inspiring showcase of the nonprofit groups in Madison in honor of Madison Nonprofit Day, August 11th. From animals to shelters, /Clint Thayer, Tony Vang, Monique Karlen, Bryan Gladding, Amber Arnold, Brooke Lewis, Caroline Hoffman, and Mary Kay Baum/ have turned their lenses on a variety of local nonprofit organizations. To learn more about the photographers visit: http://www.madisonnonprofitday.org/sponsors/photographers .

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and these photographers have joined together to tell the story of how nonprofits shape Madison. They capture the many moments of nonprofits providing joy, easing pain, supporting families, and enhancing the experience of living in Madison.

There are more than 20 participating nonprofits, some of which include: Dream Bikes, Briarpatch, East Madison Community Center, Dane County Timebank, Porchlight, Middleton Outreach Ministry, Heartland Farm Sanctuary, Henry Vilas Zoo, and WORT-FM.*//*

The exhibit will run from August 3-31. Please visit Facebook for updates on this show and other events at Absolutely Art. To learn more about Madison Nonprofit Day visit: http://madisonnonprofitday.org/

Student AFP Chapter Calling for Proposals from Dane County Nonprofits

2011-07-20T15:14:00.000-06:00

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) at UW-Madison is a collegiate chapter of the international AFP organization. The chapter's mission is to work with local non-profit organizations to help them maximize their effectiveness and to expose current students to meaningful work.

The collegiate chapter of AFP is interested in Dane County WI based projects in which its student members can assist with and learn about a variety of
topics related to non-profits. Projects related to the development of fundraising events and/or awareness campaigns or events are strongly preferred. Event planning allows the members the greatest exposure to the diversity of work involved in fundraising, from marketing and outreach to donor and sponsorship requests. Projects serve not only as a way for the chapter to assist an organization in the community, but also as a learning experience for students. Students in the chapter are not fundraising professionals, but students interested in the non-profit world with varying levels of skills and expertise.

Currently, students are looking for opportunities to assist in a project beginning during the Fall 2011 semester and continuing through the Spring semester. Projects will ideally end between March and April, but please keep in mind that UW Madison students have spring break March 31st- April 8th. If you have interest in having students work on fundraising opportunities on behalf of your organization, please review
guidelines, complete the form, and email it to afp.wisc@gmail.com by August 19, 2011.

Project guidelines:

1. Application deadline is Friday, August 19, 2011.

2. Applicants will be notified by Friday, September 9, 2011 for apotential interview.

3. Applications will be judged based on three criteria: learning opportunities for students, clarity of proposal (including description of tasks in project application), and feasibility.

4. Applicants must be willing to hold regular meetings with the student chapter. These meetings can occur either on or off campus, depending on the
needs of the organization.

5. If selected, applicants must be able to present an overview of their organization and project outline at our October chapter meeting (exact date TBD in consultation with selected organization).

A Frequently Asked Questions document is attached as part of the application. If you have any additional questions, email the AFP Student Chapter at: afp.wisc@gmail.com.

New Grant: Women, Saving, and Investment

2011-07-01T09:27:00.000-06:00

The Social Security Administration awarded a joint grant to the Department of Employee Trust Funds and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Center for Financial Security. The grant is funding a study of working women's patterns of saving and investment choices, specifically evaluating how best to encourage women to increase their retirement savings.

The project includes data analyses, a literature review, focus group sessions and a survey. Initial results will be available in October 2011.

Grant Links, Monday, June 27, 2011

2011-06-27T09:34:00.000-06:00

Eau Claire, WI: Grant Applications Now Being Accepted for Funding from the Women's Giving Circle

WI: Make A Difference - Champion A Cause, The 2011 Mid-Wisconsin Beverage Community Grant Project

WI: JAG Drug Task Forces Grant

WI and MN: Fund of the Sacred Circle (Headwaters Foundation for Justice and the Wisconsin Community Fund)

WI: Project Information for Historic Preservation Professionals

US: Plants Engineered To Replace Oil (PETRO)

Grant Links: Tuesday, June 21, 2011

2011-06-21T11:55:00.000-06:00

Oshkosh, WI: Oshkosh Area Community Foundation - Community Impact Grants

WI: Forest Fire Protection (FFP) Grant Program

WI: Leopold Conservation Award to Honor Wisconsin Farmers for Land Stewardship (pdf)

WI: Tourism Information Center Grant Program

US: Bridging Cultures through Film: International Topics

US: Hawk Migration Association of North America Research Award

US: Small Change Collective Micro-Grants

World: 2011 Tourism Cares Worldwide Grant Program

Grant Links: Thursday, June 9, 2011

2011-06-09T15:02:00.000-06:00

Madison, WI: Madison Community Foundation Announces July 15 Grant Deadline for Two Grant Cycles

WI: Wisconsin Humanities Council

US: Berger-Marks announces new $10,000 Edna Award

US: Lois Lenski Covey Foundation Library Grants

US: Mockingbird Foundation Invites Applications for Children's Music Education Program Grants

US: Tom's of Maine 50 States for Good Grant

Grant Links: May 31, 2011

2011-05-31T14:55:00.000-06:00

WI: Institute for Research on Poverty - Visiting Scholars Program

US: American Astronomical Society - International Travel Grants

US: Clay Minerals Society Student Research Grants

US: Gloria and Joseph Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children

US: Public Relations Student Society of America - Pisinski Memorial Scholarship

US: Women's Independence Scholarship Program

US and International: American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation Scholarships

Grant Links: Friday, May 13, 2011

2011-05-13T12:11:00.000-06:00

Dane County: Distinctly Dane Special Grant Opportunity - Cultural Affairs Commission

WI: Wisconsin Laboratory Association! 2011 Scholarships

WI: Wisconsin Humanities Council Mini and Major Grants

WI: Office of Rural Health Funding Opportunities

WI: Tourist Information Center (TIC) Grant Program

WI: WHEDA Foundation Housing Grants Materials

Author Dalya Massachi at Rainbow Bookstore Saturday, May 6th

2011-05-04T15:27:00.000-06:00

The author of "Writing to Make a Difference: 25 Powerful Techniques to Boost Your
Community Impact," Ms. Dalya Massachi, will be at Rainbow Bookstore Co-op at 6pm on Friday, May 6th to share her insights into how to write well to promote social and environmental causes.

Massachi is the founder of Writing for Community Success which specializes in helping professionals in the social sector advance their missions through outstanding written materials. She is a widely published writer, trainer, writing coach, editor, consultant, and activist, primarily focusing on fund development and communications. For more information about Dalya, check out her website: http://dfmassachi.net.

"Writing to Make a Difference" is a source book of techniques that can be successfully applied to fundraising and grant writing alike!

(Source: http://www.rainbowbookstore.org/node/11830)

Spring/Summer GIC Workshops

2011-04-28T10:42:00.000-06:00

Upcoming Grants Research Workshops:

Intro to Foundation Grants for Non-Profit Organizations

Friday, May 20, 2011 ~ 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Thursday, July 7, 2011 ~ 1 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Friday, August 19, 2011 ~ 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Friday, May 20, 2011 ~ 11 a.m. – 12 noon
Thursday, July 7, 2011 ~ 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday, August 19, 2011 ~ 11 a.m. – 12 noon

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Identifying Grants for Research & Project Funding

Wednesday, August 10, 2011 ~ 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Grants for Your Education

Tuesday, June 14, 2011 ~ 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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Further Information

Fee: None ~ free to all

Registration: Not required ~ but seating is limited.

Location: Room 231 Memorial Library
at 728 State Street, Madison*

Non-UW participants will be able to get a day pass upon showing an ID at the entrance. For more information telephone the Nikki Busch at (608) 262-6431, or send email to: grantsinfo@library.wisc.edu.

Grant Links: Wednesday, April 27, 2011

2011-04-27T12:49:00.000-06:00

UW-Eau Claire: Nursing Scholarships (Scroll down to view June Deadlines)

UW-Stout: Jaycees of Wisconsin Foundation (click on related link to view details)

Milwaukee: Milwaukee Area Technical College Scholarships (deadlines vary)

WI: American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin Scholarship Program Deadline May 6th (pdf)

WI: E.H. Marth Food and Environmental Sciences Scholarship

WI: 2011 Wisconsin State Fair Blue Ribbon Sale of Champions Foundation Scholarship

WI: Water Supply and Treatment Scholarships from the Wisconsin Water Association (pdf)

WI: Wisconsin Bakers Association Scholarships (pdf)

WI: Wisconsin Library Foundation Graduate Education and Continuing Education Grants & Scholarships

WI: Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Scholarships (pdf)

US: Applications for New Awards; Personnel Development To Improve Services and Results for Children With Disabilities (Department of Education)

US: B. Davis Scholarship

4th Annual Public Health in Education Symposium

2011-04-22T13:54:00.000-06:00

Healthy Classrooms Symposium 2011

On April 27, 2011, the Healthy Classrooms Foundation will be hosting their 4th annual Healthy Classrooms Symposium. The Healthy Classrooms Foundation is a statewide nonprofit organization that works to bring the ideals and practices of public health to the classroom and community through creative, sustainable initiatives and education. Again, student initiated and led, it is an inspiring example of how next generation nonprofit leaders are making an impact.

Please consider registering to attend this free Symposium, which draws an audience of over 300 participants. Below you will find this year’s Keynote Speaker and Program Topics, which will provide you with information that will directly relate to your environment, classroom and student body.

When: 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, April 27st, 2011
Where: Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53705

Click HERE to register free online!

Keynote Address:
New Math: Rethinking the Teacher’s Role in the Health Care Equation

Martha “Meg” Gaines, JD
UW Law Professor
Founder and Director of The Center For Patient Partnership

Program Topics Include:

Diabetes & Exercise – My Triumphant Story
Bullying and Victimization: What Adults Can Do
Healthy Spaces, Healthy Children
Wisconsin’s Obesity Prevention Movement- Get Involved
Talking the Talk: How to Address Sexual Health in Middle Schools
Working with Parents: How to Sustain a Positive Relationship
Ideas into Action: HCF 2010-2011 Grantee Panel
Physical Education: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Click HERE to register free online!

Grant Links: Tuesday, April12, 2011

2011-04-12T12:32:00.000-06:00

UW-Madison: Marshall Scholarship Program for UK Study

UW-Madison: Rhodes Scholarship

Fox Valley, WI: Quarry Quest Funds for Public and Private School Classroom Supplies

Shullsburg, WI: Shullsburg Fund accepting applications through May 13

US (35 states): Dollar General's Literacy Grant Programs

Free Workshop at MPL: Intro to Foundation Grants for Nonprofits

2011-04-11T10:37:00.000-06:00

Date: Thursday, April 21, 2011
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Hawthorne Branch of Madison Public Library - Community Room
Contact Number: 608-246-4548
Registration Required: Click here to Register

Class Description: This workshop will include background of the world of grantmaking, information on how to build a credible nonprofit organization, general grantseeking tips, and a demonstration of the powerful Foundation Directory Online database. Suitable for anyone involved with or interested in nonprofit associations or organizations. Presented by Nikki Busch, Grants and Research Librarian at UW-Madison's Grants Information Collection.

My New Favorite Grants Book!

2011-04-04T11:58:00.001-06:00

Grant Writing 101: Everything You Need to Start Raising Funds Today by Victoria M. Johnson really is my new favorite book on grants and fundraising in the broadest sense.

It's not unusual for me to be asked to review books on grantseeking or other issues related to nonprofits - either by authors themselves or by their publishers - but what is unusual is for me to be totally head over heels for one of these works. I even plan on giving this book as a gift to friends and colleagues in need!

And here's why:

Johnson's guide is an on-point, need-to-know arsenal for those seeking funding. No time is wasted in obtuse theory or historical ramblings; this book is aimed at those eager to jump right in and grab their fundraising reins.

The author rightly insists that one must know one's organization, its program(s), and the purpose of the funding sought before researching potential funding partners or putting pen to paper to write a grant proposal. Why? Because if you don't know what you're looking for, how can you find it?

Johnson translates the multitude of "types of support" variously referred to in grantmaker literature into seven purpose-driven categories--to which novices and gurus alike can relate. Types of grantmakers are similarly organized into nine flavors, briefly defined, that serve to quickly orient one to the world of funding sources.

With this basic groundwork in place, Johnson then turns to the different questions one must answer with each of the various parts of a proposal. In-text examples of do's, don'ts, sample wording, and even budget layouts are blocked and highlighted to catch the reader's attention at the point of need during the reading and writing process.

But, no, she doesn't stop there, the author graciously and wisely prompts the reader not to stop once a proposal has been submitted, but instead use the opportunity to prepare for one's future fundraising needs. For instance: How might a grantseeker appropriately communicate with potential funders before and after submitting a grant? What does a grant matrix look like and why do you need one? What does an extremely short grant application look like--or an incredibly thorough one? Different grantmakers will be looking for different formats. Johnson helpfully closes her book with a variety of sample proposals and a resource list for further learning.

I never thought I'd say this, but if I could only recommend one grant book and one only--this would be it. For now J

Effective Grants Research: A Success Story

2011-03-21T11:12:00.000-06:00

As the Grants Librarian at UW-Madison's Foundation Center Cooperating Collection, I am often asked, "Do know how many of the people/nonprofits that attend your workshops or use your research collection end up getting grants?" Answer to which is, unfortunately, "Nope." Most grantseekers easily (and not unsurprisingly) quickly forget their friendly librarian when faced with the excitement and inevitable work that follows getting a grant or award! Usually, if I do hear of any outcomes, I find out of such success stories incidentally or informally at a much later time. And that's OK! I'm always glad to hear these stories when - and however - they arrive.

Here's one example I'd like to share with you. Wouldn't you like to be able to say something similar?? Then I hope to see at an up-coming workshop or appointment soon...

"I attended your "Introduction to Foundation Grants" and "Foundation Directory Online" trainings several years ago and began using the Grants Information Collection regularly since then.
-Due to these trainings, and having this resource, I have found hundreds of potential funding opportunities for Community GroundWorks.  I have applied for grants to several of these newly-found foundations, and at least one of them, The Blooming Prairie Foundation, has begun funding us generously! Which we wouldn't have found without your help!  

Many, many thanks.

Christie Ralston
Community GroundWorks"

Thank you, Christine, for sharing!

Forward Community Investments: Loans to Nonprofits

2011-03-16T11:28:00.000-06:00

BASIC LOAN GUIDELINES
Investment Forward Community Investments (“FCI”), a Wisconsin-based community loan fund, builds capacity in statewide nonprofits through low-cost loans and expert advisory services. FCI works directly with organizations that serve economically-challenged individuals and households where affordable housing, community services and facilities, along with community stabilization, is the strategy used to promote long-term economic self-sufficiency. Many of FCI’s loans are made in partnership with banks and credit unions. Because of our flexibility, FCI can assume more risk, either by making a loan that could not be made by a conventional lender or by taking a subordinate position to conventional financing.

Eligible Borrows

Any Wisconsin nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, faith-based organization, cooperative or community development organization that provides services to low- to moderate-income populations.

Eligible Projects
• Affordable housing
• Nonprofit facilities
• Economic development initiatives
Loan Amoun ts $5,000 to $400,000, with consideration given to projects up to $1 million

Eligible Uses of Loan Proceeds
• New construction
• Acquisition and rehabilitation of existing facilities
• Leasehold improvements
• Working capital
• Predevelopment loans, including land acquisition, professional fees and development costs
• Equipment

Basic Loan Types
• Primary and subordinate mortgage loans (LTV up to 95%)
• Construction financing
• Gap financing and bridge loans
   Equipment loans and leasehold improvements
   Working capital

Terms
Terms from three to five years with longer amortization periods (up to 30 years)

Interest Rates
FCI’s mission is to provide below-market rates; please call us at (866) 687-1468 for current interest rate quotes

CollateralAlways required but [their] mission allows [them] to be inherently more flexible than conventional lenders

Fees
1% origination fee; $250 documentation preparation fee, along with other standard closing costs such as filing costs and/or title insurance and, depending on the complexity of the transaction, legal fees.

For more info: Carrie Vanderford, vice president of lending services, (866) 687-1468 or carriev@forwardci.org

Source: http://www.forwardci.org/financing/guidelines.html

UW-Madison Academic Staff: 2011 Executive Education Course Grant Competition

2011-03-08T14:10:00.000-06:00

Want to develop your project management skills or become a better manager? Need to know more about finance and accounting? Then consider applying for a 2011 Executive Education Course Grant. All UW-Madison academic staff is eligible to apply.

Executive Education at the Wisconsin School of Business is offering five single-course enrollments for Academic Staff professional development. The main objectives of the grant program are individual professional development, improved program quality, and improved institutional effectiveness.

Courses are offered in the following areas:

Advanced Management Project Management

Financial Management Purchasing & Supply Management

Fundamentals of Management Sales & Sales Management

Information Technology Six Sigma

Marketing Management Supply Chain Management

Product Management

Individual courses – no longer than three days – may be selected from many of the 200 Executive Education programs offered. There is no cost to your department or division. Courses can be taken July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012. View the latest offerings, fees, topics and course descriptions at http://exed.wisc.edu.

The PDRC will select five grant recipients. Criteria will be based on how the course will help you improve effectiveness in your current position.

To be considered, a single electronic file submission (PDF or DOC) must include:

- Completed application form

(available at: http://acstaff.wisc.edu/awards/Exec%20Ed%202011%20Application.doc)

- Resume

- One or two letters of support from your supervisor or a colleague

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION – April 15^th, 2011

Please submit a single PDF or DOC file containing the above documents to:

Donna Silver

Office of the Secretary of the Academic Staff

acstaff@sbascom.wisc.edu

If you have questions, please contact PDRC member Colleen Barrett at 263-6314 or barrett@epd.engr.wisc.edu.

Source:

MEMORANDUM

TO: UW-Madison Academic Staff Members

FROM: Professional Development and Recognition Committee (PDRC)

Carol Hulland, Chair

RE: 2011 Executive Education Course Grants
DATE: March 8, 2011