WVU Parkersburg grant class

Grantwriting Basics Workshop planned at WVU Parkersburg.

CONTACT: Martha Leeson, program assistant, at 304-424-8277.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Grantwriting Basics, an introduction for the new grantwriter and a refresher for those who are skill-polishing, will be held Friday, April 28, at West Virginia University at Parkersburg.

The 9 a.m. to noon class will meet in the college's Corporate and Community Education Center. An afternoon class, Preparing a Grant Application, will go into depth and work through an actual narrative and budget for a sample grant project. That class will take place from 1-4 p.m., and include a visit to the college's library and new Foundation Center collection. Participants will also receive 30 days of grant proposal critique and assistance via e-mail.

Topics to be covered include: research and identification of appropriate sources; preparing the required documentation for your organization to be grant-ready; developing relationships with potential funders; understanding the terminology and completing the paperwork; elements of a narrative; creating a clear budget, and tracking and evaluation methods.

Registration information is available by calling Martha Leeson at 304-424-8277 or e-mailing martha.leeson@mail.wvu.edu. Registration deadline is Tuesday, April 25.

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For additional information, contact:
Connie Dziagwa
WVU Parkersburg
Executive Director
Institutional Advancement
Office: 304-424-8203
Fax: 304-424-8315