Congressman Johnson Hosting Federal Grants Workshop Series

DECATUR, GA – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) is hosting a series of three workshops – April 19-21 – to educate and assist constituents, nonprofits, and local government agencies on how to navigate the world of federal grant funding.

TOPIC: How To Start A Nonprofit Organization
WHEN: Tuesday, April 19 from 10-11:30 AM
TO WATCH: https://youtu.be/bWuazTSSku4
PROGRAM:

• Overview of Workshop from Rep. Johnson;
• Webinar Presentation -- Jack Beckford, The Georgia Center for Nonprofits;
• Q&A;

Participants will learn: How to obtain tax-exemption status; how to become incorporated; the importance of bylaws/board governance.

TOPIC: Introduction to Government Funding: The Grants Process
WHEN: Wednesday, April 20 from 10-11:30 AM
TO WATCH: https://youtu.be/FW3g-5hkKbQ
PROGRAM:

• Intro from Rep. Johnson;
• Overview of Workshop;
• Webinar Presentation;
• The Grants Process Video CHJ Office;
• How to apply for a grant online with Judy Cesar, Grants.gov;
• Q&A;

Participants will learn: The basics of government funding and how to apply for a federal grant.

TOPIC: Potential Grant Opportunities
WHEN: Thursday, April 21 from 10-11:30 AM
REGISTER: https://ushr.zoomgov.com/j/1614417190
PROGRAM:

• Intro with Rep. Johnson;
• Overview of Workshop, Intro of Agencies;
• Webinar Presentation;
• Housing & Urban Development (HUD);
• Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Violence Against Women; DOJ: Office of Justice Programs (OJP); and COPS – Community Oriented Policing Services:
• Q&A;

Participants will learn: Current grant opportunities for their nonprofits and government offices.

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