Committee advances broad higher‑education aid overhaul, including loan increases and program restructuring The Education Committee adopted amendments and reported House Bill 52‑12 to the full Senate with an initial referral to the Finance Committee. The bill restructures workforce and grant programs, increases the annual medical student loan cap from $10,000 to $20,000, modifies Promise Scholarship requirements, and removes certain drug‑testing hurdles.

The Senate just took a major step to transform higher education funding in West Virginia, doubling medical student loan limits and streamlining grant applications for small businesses!

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Portsmouth EDA hears SBDC results and private accelerator pitch amid active grant programs EDA heard detailed results from the Hampton Roads SBDC on Portsmouth outcomes and success of a local Procurement Contracting Institute cohort; a private firm also pitched the Uplift capital-accelerator model. Staff reported grant program allocations and disbursements across multiple EDA programs.

Portsmouth's small businesses are thriving, with over $13 million in capital formed and countless jobs created thanks to innovative support programs!

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State preservation official outlines CLG benefits and SOI standards; board confirms outreach and grant priorities Tyler Smith of the Florida Division of Historical Resources briefed the board on Certified Local Government (CLG) benefits, grant opportunities (small matching grants up to $50,000 and special category grants up to $1,000,000), and the Secretary of the Interior's standards; board agreed to continue legacy awards, pursue surveys and education events and noted an upcoming May 14 local register forum.

Tyler Smith reveals how Certified Local Governments can unlock up to $1,000,000 for historic preservation projects, ensuring our heritage is preserved for future generations.

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Senators hear $250,000 proposal to coordinate K–12 cybersecurity, proponents cite recent costly incidents Senators considered LB 10 54, a targeted $250,000 request to assess K–12 cybersecurity posture, create statewide coordination and seed a grant program; proponents including ESU coordinators, the CIO and school leaders argued modest upfront spending will reduce the higher costs of ransomware and phishing incidents.

Nebraska senators are pushing for a crucial $250,000 investment to boost K–12 cybersecurity and combat alarming threats like ransomware and phishing attacks.

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Taos County reports lodgers‑tax grant growth, approves guideline changes and plans applicant workshop Taos County staff reported increased lodgers‑tax requests and awards through FY2026, noted a widening gap between amounts requested and reimbursed, and the commission approved guideline changes and a public workshop to help applicants improve proposals.

Demand for Taos County's lodgers-tax grants is skyrocketing, but funding gaps are emerging—find out how the county plans to adapt!

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Recreation and Conservation Office outlines grant programs, demand and accessibility efforts The state Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) presented an overview of 29 grant programs (about 59 subgrant opportunities) including the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program, Youth Athletic Facilities, Community Forest, Aquatic Lands, and federal programs; RCO emphasized high demand for local parks and youth athletics, ADA compliance requirements, and technical assistance to improve regional access.

The Recreation and Conservation Office is unveiling 29 grant programs aimed at boosting local parks and youth athletics, while ensuring ADA compliance and equitable access for all!

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Regional Development Corporation outlines microgrant, workforce and capacity-building plans for 2026 The RDC told Los Alamos County Council it awarded 71 grants totaling $409,000 last year, conducted 199 business retention visits regionwide, and will emphasize workforce development and microgrant workshops in 2026. Councilors asked how local partnerships and DOE funding shape programming.

The Regional Development Corporation is set to empower local businesses with $409,000 in grants and exciting new workforce development initiatives for 2026!

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Lawmakers told traveler nurse reliance drives EFR costs; grants aim to reduce reliance Officials told the House Human Services committee that reliance on traveling nurses and contract staff is a major cost driver for emergency relief requests, declining in participating facilities from about 35% to 25%, and that targeted grants are intended to increase retention and lower future EFR need.

Lawmakers reveal that reliance on traveling nurses is a major cost driver for emergency financial relief in nursing homes, sparking a push for targeted grants to improve staff retention.

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State budget adds roughly $1 million in adequacy funds, changes charter funding formula for Boyertown Area SD District finance staff told the board the 2025–26 state budget increases adequacy funding by about $1 million to roughly $3.6 million, eliminates a separate charter school revenue line and opens a $100 million competitive facilities grant; administrators said they will apply and allocate funds to direct programs.

The Pennsylvania state budget has just granted Boyertown Area SD an additional $1 million in education funding, while also reshaping charter funding—what does this mean for local schools?

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EOAB to explore county-backed high-impact projects, directs subcommittee to prepare December shortlist The EOAB debated using the county's $200,000 RCG to focus on a few county-sponsored high-impact projects versus repeating an open subgrant round; the board voted to direct the grants subcommittee and economic development staff to produce a preliminary list of county-centered projects for the December meeting.

The Economic Opportunity Advisory Board is at a crossroads, debating whether to channel its $200,000 grant into high-impact county projects or continue supporting local entrepreneurs with smaller grants.

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Transportation advisory committee updates road‑erosion inventory work and grant opportunities The RPC's transportation advisory committee reported ongoing road‑erosion inventories and reviewed grant programs for towns, including Better Roads and Transportation Alternatives; staff said regulatory changes have altered some roads' compliance status.

The RPC's latest meeting unveiled crucial updates on road erosion inventories and new grant opportunities that could transform transportation in our towns!

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#RutlandCounty #VT #RegulatoryChanges #CitizenPortal #RoadErosion #GrantPrograms #RutlandCountyTransportation

Rules committee approves Catalyst Center grant policy draft and forwards it to full board The Utah State Board of Education committee approved draft 3 of R277-731, the Catalyst Center grant program policy, on first reading and forwarded it to the full board. The draft emphasizes LEA flexibility, requires LEAs to define student-proficiency metrics, and asks applicants to explain how they will vet non-licensed industry experts.

Utah's education landscape is set to transform as the Rules Committee greenlights a new grant policy, emphasizing local flexibility and accountability for student proficiency metrics!

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Department says federal grant notices cleared and federal budget outlook improved; webinar with USDOE scheduled Department staff reported all federal Grant Award Notifications (GANs) are in and said a US Department of Education webinar is scheduled to review restored funds and any new stipulations; Senate appropriations, staff said, has restored cuts proposed in the president’s budget.

Exciting news for Alabama's education sector: federal grant funds are being restored, and a crucial webinar with the U.S. Department of Education is just around the corner!

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#AL #GrantPrograms #EducationStability

The digital divide isn't just about access – it's about language too!

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Nevada OHV Program Welcomes Tyler Saunders and Updates on Grant Extensions Tyler Saunders joins Nevada OHV team amid updates on grant projects and DMV collaboration.

Exciting changes are underway for Nevada's OHV program, with a new team member on board and crucial grant opportunities just around the corner!

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EDA Reports $352K in Real Estate Grants Approved for Fiscal Year 2025 EDA approves 22 real estate investment grants totaling $352,668 for fiscal year 2025.

Portsmouth's Economic Development Authority has approved 22 grants totaling $352,668, but concerns linger over low participation from small and minority-owned businesses.

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#PortsmouthNorfolkCounty #VA #CitizenPortal #GrantPrograms #EconomicDevelopment #PortsmouthBusinesses

Committee establishes grant process for community organizations aiding violence survivors Advisory committee develops competitive grant rules for organizations serving survivors of violence

Massachusetts is taking a bold step to support organizations aiding survivors of violence with newly established competitive grant rules!

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Connecticut establishes Smart Start competitive grant accounts for early childhood funding Connecticut creates accounts for Smart Start grant programs effective July 1, 2025.

Connecticut is paving the way for a brighter future by launching Smart Start grant accounts for early childhood funding, set to take effect on July 1, 2025!

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Montana Legislature enacts revisions to Grow Your Own Grant Program Legislation expands eligibility and extends duration of Grow Your Own Grant Program.

Montana just made a game-changing move by expanding eligibility and extending the Grow Your Own Grant Program, paving the way for future educators!

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Commissioner reports on Montana's grow your own grant program outcomes Commissioner updates education committee on grant program participation and certification statuses

Montana's Commissioner reveals exciting outcomes from the "grow your own" grant program that could transform education in the state!

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Conectad@s 2.0 | Internet Society Foundation OBJECTIVE OF THE PROJECT  Conectad@s 2.0 seeks to increase the resilience and empowerment of 500 women entrepreneurs in 5 departments of Colombia (Casanare, Cundinamarca, Huila, Nariño, Cauca), enabli...

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🌐 Through the Conectad@s 2.0 project, 500 women across Colombia are gaining the tools to thrive in digital literacy and entrepreneurship.

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Andover City Council approves $40,000 for local business improvement grants Council allocates funds to support four community projects enhancing local businesses.

The Andover City Council just approved $40,000 in grants to boost local businesses, but there's still work to be done to ensure all entrepreneurs can access these vital resources.

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Nevada establishes Incentivizing Pathways to Teaching Grant Program for universities and colleges Nevada's State Board launches a grant program to support teaching licensure students.

Nevada is paving the way for future educators with a groundbreaking grant program that supports teaching licensure students!

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Senator prioritizes funding for under-resourced rural states in veteran care program Senator emphasizes importance of funding to support veterans in previously overlooked states.

The U.S. Senate is taking bold steps to ensure veterans in underserved rural states finally get the mental health support they deserve.

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#US #RuralAccess #MentalHealthSupport #CitizenPortal #GrantPrograms #NorthDakotaVeterans

Department implements grant program for local poverty reduction plans Department announces grant amounts based on community population for poverty reduction initiatives.

Oregon's House Bill 3837 could revolutionize how communities tackle poverty by providing tailored grants, but will its strict requirements hinder those who need help the most?

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Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Spending Freeze: Impact on Grants, Healthcare, and Infrastructure - #WorldEye

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Virginia's 2025 Wildlife Grant Program Aims to Bring the Outdoors to New Audiences Application deadline February 1, 2025

Applications are being accepted for the DWR 2025 Virginia Wildlife Grant Program, which aims to introduce the outdoor experience to urban and underrepresented communities. APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1.

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“That’s Where We Come In.” How Chamber Music America Supports the Field’s Artists and Ensembles | Inside Philanthropy This NYC-based regrantor supports composers and small ensembles across a wide range of genres. CEO Kevin Kwan Loucks walks us through its grant programs, new plans to grow audience engagement, and m...

Join us in exploring how #ChamberMusicAmerica, under the leadership of CEO #KevinKwanLoucks, is fostering innovation and enriching the community. #MikeScutari offers a deep dive into their impactful #grantprograms and #audienceengagement initiatives. #DiversityInArts #SupportTheArts #EquityInMusic