Contact: Susan Lorenz, Director of Programs Phone: (320) 257-9732
Grant Writing Workshop Offered March 15th in St. Cloud
St. Cloud State University in Partnership with CMCF
St. Cloud, MN-The Central Minnesota Community Foundation in partnership with St. Cloud State University is offering a grant writing workshop, “Taking the Mystery out of Grant Writing!” on Thursday March 15th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the St. Cloud State University “WELCOME CENTER” located at 355 5th Ave. S., St. Cloud. Well-known presenter, Karl Samp, will share his grant writing knowledge from his many years of experience in fundraising, strategic planning, group facilitation, and grants management. He is a consultant for nonprofit groups and funding organizations throughout the State of Minnesota.
This workshop will be of special interest to executive directors, board members and staff members working in a nonprofit, government or educational institution. Some of the topics the workshop will address include: (1) How to find the most likely grant funders for your projects, (2) How foundations and grant makers operate, (3) What needs to be included in a grant application, (4) How to put your project budget together, and (5) How to review and evaluate your project.
The deadline for the Early Bird Registration has been extended to Wednesday, March 7th. Registrations must be received by Wednesday, March 7th to take advantage of the Early Bird Discount of $10 off the full workshop price of $89. The workshop includes lunch and workshop materials. Space is limited to 75 participants. Workshop registration forms are available on-line at www.scsutraining.com/grant, or email: Gail Ruhland, Gail@scsutraining.com or Susan Lorenz, slorenz@communitygiving.org for more information.
The Central Minnesota Community Foundation, based in St. Cloud, is a public charity that administers over 500 charitable funds totaling more than $75 million for the benefit of local residents. CMCF has been engaging people and connecting resources to build a better community since 1985. CMCF deepens its community impact through its affiliates, Alexandria Area Community Foundation, Brainerd Lakes Area Community Foundation, and Willmar Area Community Foundation, as well as its supporting organization the Minnesota Real Estate Foundation. Learn more at CommunityGiving.org.
