Capitol Funding Solutions

Love to feature this Insight from Sam Draisen, our summer intern. With his amazingly positive attitude, problem-solving abilities, and willingness to take on a challenge, Sam is destined to do great things. Senator Edward Markey's office is lucky to have him interning this fall during his final year at GW. We will miss him!

Navigating state-level funding opportunities can be challenging but highly rewarding. While federal grants often take the spotlight, state governments offer a wealth of funding opportunities across various sectors, from infrastructure and education to healthcare and environmental protection. However, the absence of centralized databases and inconsistent website infrastructure can make identifying these opportunities difficult. Our latest article explores the potential of state-level funding and offers strategies to overcome these hurdles. Whether you're a nonprofit, for-profit, or local government, these insights can help you bridge funding gaps and unlock resources tailored to your community's needs. Read the full article by clicking the link below! #StateFunding #FundingOpportunities #CFSinsights 

Nonprofits face numerous challenges, but the biggest often lies in securing the funds needed to thrive. While many rely on one or two income streams, a diversified approach is key to long-term success. Our latest article explores how nonprofits can enhance financial stability by adding new fundraising methods to their strategies. From investing in key resources to mastering grant writing, discover how to unlock new revenue streams and achieve greater impact.    Read the full article on our website:   #Nonprofit #Fundraising #GrantWriting #Sustainability #NonprofitGrowth #CFSinsights

Stop, collaborate, and listen. Fans of 90s music likely recognize these Vanilla Ice lyrics. Besides being part of a catchy tune, these three words describe a concept that can have significant implications for funding success. While designing a cohesive project and navigating the application process as the sole applicant may seem simpler, consider these five benefits of collaborating with other stakeholders to strengthen your application:  #CFSinsights #FundingApplications #Partnerships #B2B

Congratulations to TimberHP on winning a $418,420 grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Reducing Embodied Greenhouse Gas Emissions for Construction Materials and Products Program! The awarded funds will support the development of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for TimberHP's carbon-negative insulation products. This will be accomplished by installing state-of-the-art equipment and software to monitor energy and raw material usage data. Read the full press release below or on our website: https://lnkd.in/d-iWQZyU

A Community Benefits Plan (CBP) is an essential component for many applications for funding under the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw and #InflationReductionAct. CBPs signify your commitment to community engagement and delivering tangible community and workforce benefits. Negotiating workforce and/or community agreements elevates your CBP by demonstrating a firm commitment to delivering meaningful benefits and enhancing the overall impact of your project. Learn more about the significance and purposes of CBP agreements in our latest insight: 

Congratulations to the City of West Monroe on winning this highly competitive #AARP award! We are excited to see these new additions coming to Kiroli Park. View the full press release below or on our website: https://lnkd.in/ep8Qu4uM

Federal grants such as those provided through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) are pivotal in navigating today's competitive funding environment. These grants prioritize evaluating the environmental consequences of funded initiatives, emphasizing both beneficial and adverse impacts. Our latest insight provides a breakdown of the primary environmental effects to consider while writing your applications and valuable resources to depict your project’s environmental footprint effectively.

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) has significantly increased the US government’s role in clean energy and emissions reduction projects by expanding several tax credit programs to spur clean energy investments. Because these tax credits reference different sections in the IRA legislation, they can read more like algebra problems or alphabet soup rather than tax guidance. To help “digest” this information (pun intended) and decide which tax credits may be the most beneficial to your needs, we created this insight to clarify these popular programs.  

Identifying a #federalfunding opportunity that aligns with your entity's programs or projects is exciting, but understanding application portals is vital for successful grant writing. Beginning portal registrations early is crucial due to lengthy required tasks and potential delays. Adjusting grant research strategies based on the portal's features and organizational style is essential to avoid submission issues. Read this #Insight to avoid portal problems and ensure your project gets funded: #portalproblems #gettinggrantready