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Stimulus Package

Stimulus Package. Identifying Funding Opportunities. Fishin’ for Dollars…. Presented by: Carolina Gutierrez, PhD. c e n t e n e l. Start by asking the following basic questions. Where will my organization fit within the funding stream? 2) What are the funding mechanisms?

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Stimulus Package

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  1. Stimulus Package Identifying Funding Opportunities

  2. Fishin’ for Dollars… Presented by: Carolina Gutierrez, PhD ce n t e n el

  3. Start by asking the following basic questions • Where will my organization fit within the funding stream? 2) What are the funding mechanisms? 3) What kinds of projects are funded? 4) Are there other general issues to consider? 5) Where do I search for the funding? ce n t e n el

  4. Question 1Where will my organization fit within the funding stream? ce n t e n el

  5. The Funding Stream ce n t e n el

  6. Question 1Where will my organization fit within the funding stream? Why is this question important: Because the answer determines the degree of tracking responsibilities and reporting your organization will be required to perform. ce n t e n el

  7. Question 2What are the funding mechanisms? ce n t e n el

  8. What are the funding mechanisms? • Grants • Contracts ce n t e n el

  9. Question 2What are the funding mechanisms? Why is this question important: Because the answer determines the approach that should be take while writing the proposal and provides reference to unique regulatory and compliance requirements ce n t e n el

  10. Question 3What kinds of projects are funded? ce n t e n el

  11. What kinds of projects are funded? Projects that: • Promote a clean, efficient, American energy • Transform our economy with science and technology • Modernize roads, bridges, transit and waterways • Overhaul education for the 21st Century • Dispense tax cuts to make work pay and create jobs • Expand access to healthcare and lower costs • Provide assistance to workers hurt by the economy • Save public sector jobs and protect vital services ce n t e n el

  12. What kinds of projects are funded? Louisiana has received $3.6 billion ($3,565,212) in ARRA Funds which have been distributed toward the following activities: Figure taken from www.stimulus.la.gov ce n t e n el

  13. Question 3What kinds of projects are funded? Why is this question important: Because the answer provides guidance regarding the agency or agencies which might supply funds towards your chosen area of interest ce n t e n el

  14. Question 4Are there other general issues to consider? ce n t e n el

  15. Are there other general issues to consider? • All recipients of funds must obtain a DUNS number www.dnb.com • All recipients of funds must register with the CCR (Contractor Central Registration) www.ccr.gov • No Stimulus Funds may be used for: zoos, aquariums, golf courses, swimming pools or casinos, salaries, benefits • Pay attention to ALL deadlines and unique eligibility guidelines. ce n t e n el

  16. Question 4Are there other general issues to consider? Why is this question important: Because obtaining the required information and understanding eligibility requirements will facilitate the process rather than delay it. ce n t e n el

  17. Question 5Where do I search for the funding? ce n t e n el

  18. Where do I search for the funding? • State Agency websites • Free online databases • Subscription Paid databases ce n t e n el

  19. State Agency websitesLouisiana Stimulus Tracking • Go to http://www.stimulus.la.gov • Click on "Resources for Federal Competitive Grant Opportunities.” • Select "Competitive Grants Guidebook - June 2009“ • A spreadsheet, like the one below, with the latest competitive grants available will appear. ce n t e n el

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  23. databaseswith funding opportunities FedBizOps • Go to FedBizOpps.gov- FedBizOpps provides a comprehensive database of all major government solicitations, contract awards, subcontracting opportunities, surplus property sales and foreign business opportunities with the federal government. • Click on “Search for Recovery Opportunities” • More specific search can be accomplished by clicking the “refine search”. Specify search based on location, set-aside eligibility, procurement type, . ce n t e n el

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  27. databaseswith funding opportunities grants.gov • Got towww.grants.govLists all Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOAs) and links to application forms and instructions. You can browse by category, agency or perform an Advanced Search. • View All Recovery Act opportunities by clicking on icon to the right ce n t e n el

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  32. Useful links Stimulus Tracking/Informational Sites: • Federal Stimulus Tracking www.recovery.gov • State of La Stimulus Tracking www.stimulus.la.gov • Onivia provider of Business-to-Government solutions www.recovery.org Databases for Available ARRA Projects: • FedBizOpps www.fbo.gov • Grants.gov Recovery site www.grants.gov ce n t e n el

  33. Contact InformationCarolina Gutierrez Kenner 4232 Williams Blvd Suite 101 Kenner, LA 70065 cgutierrez@centenel.net (504)-919-1165 ce n t e n el

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