Grant Professionals Association - North Florida Chapter

Today was a great day to be a Grant Professional! Thanks to everyone who gathered for the North Florida GPA in celebration of International Grant Professionals Day.

We made new friends and recognized the founding member of GPA and our chapter, Phyllis Renninger. https://www.facebook.com/phyllis.renninger?mibextid=ZbWKwL

Celebrating a Decade 2014-2024.

Our very own, Phyllis Renninger, spoke at the Grant Professionals Association’s Grant Summit. She is one of the original founders of GPA.

Thank you to the OG's who started GPA and shared stories how we started and what the first conference was like.

Register now for our professional development meeting tomorrow!

Opening Pandora’s Box: 10 Phases of Grant Management

October 26, 2023
11:30-1:00 p.m.

Participants will increase their knowledge of the 10 phases of grants management lifecycle while learning to reduce their anxiety of non-compliance and under-performance. You will learn how to increase awareness of comprehensive grant management strategies necessary for best practices and ethical conduct. Register now at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746203&group=

Register today at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746203&group=

Opening Pandora’s Box: 10 Phases of Grant Management

October 26, 2023
11:30-1:00 p.m.

Participants will increase their knowledge of the 10 phases of grants management lifecycle while learning to reduce their anxiety of non-compliance and under-performance. You will learn how to increase awareness of comprehensive grant management strategies necessary for best practices and ethical conduct. Register now at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746203&group=

Opening Pandora’s Box: 10 Phases of Grant Management

October 26, 2023
11:30-1:00 p.m.

Participants will increase their knowledge of the 10 phases of grants management lifecycle while learning to reduce their anxiety of non-compliance and under-performance. You will learn how to increase awareness of comprehensive grant management strategies necessary for best practices and ethical conduct. Register now at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746203&group=

Last day to apply for a membership or conference scholarship. All applications are due at 5:00 p.m. Email [email protected].

To our members and friends across the state, stay safe!

Apply today for the membership scholarship. Email [email protected] to get the application.

Free membership scholarship to GPA and our chapter (valued at $250). This scholarship is available to members and non-members. Please share with your colleagues and grant friends. Email [email protected] to receive a scholarship application.

Free membership scholarship to GPA and our chapter (valued at $250). This scholarship is available to members and non-members. Please share with your colleagues and grant friends. Email [email protected] to receive a scholarship application.

Do you feel the pressure to write more applications each year? Yet with the same capacity for yourself and your team? We’ll walk through a strategy for expanding your grant seeking strategy in an organization while keeping your individual and team capacity front and center to ensure your work pace is sustainable.

Presented by Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST and Beth Archer, GPC, RSM

Register now at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746181

Professional development meeting this week. Register today at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746181

Register today for our next professional development session titled Expanding Your Grant Seeking Strategy (While Still Being Sustainable).
The session will be Thursday, June 1st from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. via Zoom.

Do you feel the pressure to write more applications each year? Yet with the same capacity for yourself and your team? We’ll walk through a strategy for expanding your grant seeking strategy in an organization while keeping your individual and team capacity front and center to ensure your work pace is sustainable.

Presented by Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST and Beth Archer, GPA
Approved for 1.5 credits from GPCI and CFRE.
Register at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746181&group=

Register today for our next professional development session titled Expanding Your Grant Seeking Strategy (While Still Being Sustainable).
The session will be Thursday, June 1st from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. via Zoom.

Do you feel the pressure to write more applications each year? Yet with the same capacity for yourself and your team? We’ll walk through a strategy for expanding your grant seeking strategy in an organization while keeping your individual and team capacity front and center to ensure your work pace is sustainable.

Presented by Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST and Beth Archer, GPA
Approved for 1.5 credits from GPCI and CFRE.
Register at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746181&group=

Save the Date 📆

Expanding Your Grant Seeking Strategy (While Still Being Sustainable) - Thursday, June 1st
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. via Zoom
Presented by Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST and Beth Archer, GPA
Approved for 1.5 credits from GPCI and CFRE.
Register at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746181&group=

Do you feel the pressure to write more applications each year? Yet with the same capacity for yourself and your team? We’ll walk through a strategy for expanding your grant seeking strategy in an organization while keeping your individual and team capacity front and center to ensure your work pace is sustainable.

Grant Professionals Association Do you feel the pressure to write more applications each year? Yet with the same capacity for yourself and your team? We’ll walk through a strategy for expanding your grant seeking strategy in an organization while keeping your individual and team capacity front and center to ensure your work pace...

Don’t forget to register today for our professional development meeting tomorrow! The Leadership Strategies for Large Team Grants meeting has been approved for 1 CEU credit. Follow the link to register now https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1746172&group=.

Grant Professionals Association In this session, we will look at large team grants, both federal and foundation, the team members and roles that work together to create a successful submission, and specific strategies the grant professional can use for effective project management, communication, and conflict resolution. We’ll d...

🚨🚨 Two Job Alerts 🚨🚨

Tallahassee Community College Foundation is hiring a Director of Grants and Special Projects. For more information and to apply: https://bit.ly/3MTOPYK

A.M. Crawford is hiring a Lead Consultant based in North Florida (Gainesville). For more information and to apply: https://ideali.st/4Iy2bK

🚨 Job Alert 🚨

Children's Home Society of Florida is hiring a Senior Grant Writer. The position is remote with a salary of $65,000 (subject to applicant’s experience).

The Senior Grant Writer researches foundation and government grant opportunities and develops successful grant applications in support of corporate and regional needs. Overall, the Senior Grant Writer contributes to the CHS high performance culture by exhibiting our values and providing quality results that position CHS as the leader in delivering proactive behavioral health, case management, community and early childhood solutions for children and families.

For more information, please visit https://careers-chsfl.icims.com/jobs/8453/senior-grant-writer---florida-remote/job.

They are hiring a sub contractor on a grant to grant basis until the position is filled.

Senior Grant Writer - Florida Remote in Orlando, Florida | Careers at 15 - Home Office Since opening our doors in 1902, CHS became a part of Florida's history. CHS has been committed to growing and evolving to provide the right services and solutions to address the needs of children and families throughout the changing times. Every day, our team works with parents and kids to empower....

🚨 Freelance Grant Writer Opportunity 🚨

Langton Consulting, a Florida-based grant writing firm with over 41 years of experience, is seeking a Freelance Grant Writer with a minimum of 5 years of experience to work as a part-time outside consultant. The ideal candidate will have experience in grant writing for local government agencies and demonstrate a track record of securing grant funding on behalf of clients. The position has the potential to grow into a full-time role. The consultant can work virtually from any location.

Langton Consulting has a team of six full-time grant professionals and numerous associate consultants who provide grant research, grant writing, and grant administration services to Florida counties and municipal local governments. The firm has secured over $493 million in grant funding for clients during its 41 years of service, with over $193 million secured in the last five years alone. The team has also successfully administered over $325 million in Federal and State grant funding.

As a Freelance Grant Writer for Langton Consulting, you will work closely with our team of professionals and clients to identify and pursue grant funding opportunities. You will support all phases of the grant development life cycle from concept design, full proposal development, review and revision support, and grant application finalization and submission.

Candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• 5 years of professional grant writing experience
• Demonstrated experience researching and securing grants in various subject areas
• Strong foundational knowledge of grantmaking entities, especially state and federal grant programs
• History of securing funding on behalf of local governments is a plus
• Experience working with local, state, and federal agencies is preferred

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter highlighting their alignment with the above criteria, a resume with at least two relevant professional references, a list of grant projects and awards over the last two years, and a writing sample. Submit required documents to Mike Langton at [email protected].

Pay $35 - $50/hour

Happy International Grant Professionals Day! 👩‍💻🧑‍💻🗂️📈📝

Today we celebrate YOU! with International Grant Professionals Day - a day to celebrate and recognize the hard work and dedication of grant professionals around the world! Share in the comments how you are celebrating today.

Next week is your opportunity to learn more about earning your GPC. Register today.

Interested in earning your GPC certification?

The Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI) administers the nationally recognized Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential to grant professionals who meet eligibility requirements and successfully demonstrate proficiency in the required competencies. The GPC certification is based on rigorous standards and ongoing research to meet the real-world demands of grant professionals. GPC-credentialed grant professionals demonstrate excellence in the grants profession, and on average, report higher earnings than those without the credential. Join us on Thursday, February 16th, as GPCI answers your questions about the GPC credential, including eligibility, steps to taking the exam, and earning your GPC credential. Presented by Tiffany Nobles from the GPCI Speaker’s Bureau.

North Florida chapter members free (with promo code); other GPA chapters, students, AFP - $5; non-members $10

Register today at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1717163&group=

Interested in earning your GPC certification?

The Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI) administers the nationally recognized Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credential to grant professionals who meet eligibility requirements and successfully demonstrate proficiency in the required competencies. The GPC certification is based on rigorous standards and ongoing research to meet the real-world demands of grant professionals. GPC-credentialed grant professionals demonstrate excellence in the grants profession, and on average, report higher earnings than those without the credential. Join us on Thursday, February 16th, as GPCI answers your questions about the GPC credential, including eligibility, steps to taking the exam, and earning your GPC credential. Presented by Tiffany Nobles from the GPCI Speaker’s Bureau.

North Florida chapter members free (with promo code); other GPA chapters, students, AFP - $5; non-members $10

Register today at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1717163&group=

The burning question… what do you want to see on the agenda in 2023? Members, please take quick, 5 question survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X33BBYM

2023 Goals Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

Wishing you a healthy, happy, and successful new year!

Thank you to everyone who attended our End of the Year Breakfast Social today! It was a wonderful morning filled with networking, fun, and food. ☕️

This was our first in-person social since the pandemic and we look forward to seeing you all in-person next year for more socials.

Join us tomorrow! ☕️☕️☕️

The end of the year breakfast social is Friday, December 9th. This fun event gives you the opportunity to network with local grant writers, meet the 2023 Board of Directors, and introduce a friend to GPA. The event will be located in the back of Maple Street Biscuit Company restaurant. A biscuit bar and coffee will be provided. We hope to see you there!

Next Friday is our breakfast social. RSVP in the comments or to [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you then.

Mark your calendars!

🚨 Job Alert 🚨

Cathedral Arts Project is hiring a grant writer. This is a contract position for 12 months with the potential to extend. Hourly rate of $70-85 (based on knowledge and experience) for up to 25 hours a month. Submit a cover letter and resumé in confidence by November 15, 2022, to [email protected]. To read the full job description, please visithttps://capkids.org/wp-content/uploads/Grant-Writer_Job-Posting.pdf

Wishing all of our members safe travels to the conference! ✈️

Happy Monday! This week GPA HQ is closed and we are traveling to Louisville, KY for our 2022 Annual Conference! We can't wait to see everyone in-person and virtually!

Totally accurate 💯

Ok, we'll play!

Mark your calendars!

Mark your calendar for this Thursday! 🗓️ You won’t want to miss our last professional development meeting of the year.

Creating a grant application in collaboration with the colleagues that will be implementing and reporting on the funded work is a sure fire way to reduce the stress that grant funding can put on an organization. We’ll walk through tactics for how to engage your colleagues in your application process to ensure that your grant reporting is stress free.

Attendance at this meeting qualifies for 1.5 education points for CFREs and GPCs.

About the presenter:
Diane H. Leonard, GPC, RST is a Grant Professional Certified (GPC) and Approved Trainer of the Grant Professionals Association. Diane is also a Registered Scrum Trainer, Scrum Master, and Scrum Product Owner by Scrum inc.

Diane began her career as a Program Officer, a full-time staff member of a state-wide grantmaking organization and she continues to serve as a reviewer for a variety of grantmaking organizations. Since 2006, when she formed DH Leonard Consulting, Diane and her team have secured more than $93 million dollars in competitive grant awards for their clients. She is an active member of the Grant Professionals Association.

Cost:

North Florida chapter members free (with promo code); other GPA chapters, students, AFP - $5; non-members $10

Register now at https://grantprofessionals.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1676076&group=