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Who for the Win! The Ripple Effect of Compassionate Grant Writing

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For instance, a people-centered proposal can lay the foundation for lifelong benefits, from early childhood education to higher education, workforce training, recreational activities, healthcare access, and senior living. The ripple effects of this practice also extend far beyond a single project.

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Beyond the Award: Why Every Grant Professional Needs Post-Award Management Skills

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The Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI) recently expanded its competency related to post-award grant management to reflect the growing need and importance of post-award work in the grant profession.

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Wrapping up 2024

Grant Professionals Association

In addition to the successes, thoughtful consideration of the challenges faced can help you gain insights into areas where you need more training or different systems to ensure smoother grant processes. Training Plan Review the Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI) competencies ( found here: Competencies Tested – GPCI ).

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​Choosing the right certification: a guide to grant writing credentials for professionals

Grant Professionals Association

Both types of certifications signify a standardized level of expertise and often follow the completion of specialized training and exams. This is the boat I am in; I wrote grants for a decade before GPCI first offered certifications in 2008 (GPA of Lower Hudson, n.d.), so I never got around to it.

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How Can We Use Trying Times to Advance Our Careers –

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GPCI Scholarships – covers the cost of the test for individuals eligible to sit for the exam. If awarded, your scholarship will be in the form of a credit to GPCI for all or a portion of the GPC exam. She held leadership positions for over 25 years; coaching, training, and supervising others.

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Continuing Education: A Journey Not a Race

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This present blog piece provides tips on how best to tailor your selection of continuing education activities over the life course. Research specific training or courses that can help you grow your skills. Seek the support of your employer to assist in offsetting registration fees for attending training. (Or Execute your plan!

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What’s on Your Professional Development Bucket List?

Grant Professionals Association

The GPF is a 501(c)3 organization that offers scholarships to help grant professionals in three areas: GPA Membership Scholarships (Open annually February 1 st - 28 th and, if funding is available, August 1 st - 31 st : Membership scholarships provide access to free and discounted resources and training offered by GPA.