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><channel><title>GrantsInterest.com &#187; Federal Grant</title> <atom:link href="http://grantsinterest.com/grant/federal-grant/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://grantsinterest.com</link> <description>Grants for Women - Small Business Grants - Government Grants</description> <lastBuildDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2010 10:01:47 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2</generator> <item><title>It Is Time for Grants Management Now!</title><link>http://grantsinterest.com/it-is-time-for-grants-management-now</link> <comments>http://grantsinterest.com/it-is-time-for-grants-management-now#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:34:24 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Sasa</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Grants]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Business Loan]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cash Flow]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Federal Grant]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Grants Management]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Hue And Cry]]></category><guid
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style="text-align: justify;">Generally, a lot of hue and cry is made about getting hold of a grant. But many people are so carried away with the euphoria of getting the grant that they forget about grants management. This is a very important &#8230;</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p
style="text-align: justify;">Generally, a lot of hue and cry is made about getting hold of a grant. But many people are so carried away with the euphoria of getting the grant that they forget about grants management. This is a very important part after getting a grant as it will present a disciplined way in utilizing the funds. The authority which has given these grants will surely be on the lookout to see that the funds are properly used and most importantly used for the purpose it was taken. If the authority finds any lacunae, it will most probably stop funding the project. Sometimes, the people getting the grants might also be asked to return the entire grant money. This can prove dangerous and also embarrassing.</p><p
style="text-align: justify;">Many websites give information about the procedure for applying for a grant but very few speak about the procedure which must be followed after getting the grant. The authorities are very strict about the norms that are a part of the grants. If it is a federal grant, then the grants are usually tagged up with a number of stipulations. In the case of a business loan, the project is usually a non-profit one and in favor of a certain industry only. It may also be laid down that the organization has to be set in a particular part of the country. All these aspects must be looked after and adhered to after getting the loan. The government will see to it that the funds are used well and there is proper grants management.</p><p
style="text-align: justify;">Since you had drafted a very good proposal for getting the grants, you need to stick to it after the grants are approved. You can follow a cash flow which will utilize the grants for several purposes. For a business loan, you can use the money to buy equipment, pay staff and also expand the business. There should be complete grants management.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://grantsinterest.com/it-is-time-for-grants-management-now/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Small Business Federal Grants</title><link>http://grantsinterest.com/small-business-federal-grants</link> <comments>http://grantsinterest.com/small-business-federal-grants#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2009 12:15:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Lori</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Grants]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Business Federal Grants]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Business Funding]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Business Grants]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Federal Grant]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Financial Obligations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grants forgiveable small business]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Proposal Letter]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Small Business]]></category> <category><![CDATA[small business grant]]></category> <category><![CDATA[smallbusinessfederalgrants col]]></category><guid
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style="font-size: small;">Applying for a small business grant comes with many benefits, as the business owner is able to have access to funding which is forgivable, meaning that the funds will not have to be repaid to the government after they have </span></span>&#8230;</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p
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style="font-size: small;">Applying for a small business grant comes with many benefits, as the business owner is able to have access to funding which is forgivable, meaning that the funds will not have to be repaid to the government after they have been lent to the individual. These funds can come with no strings attached and be used to start a small business with the business plan that has been presented to the grant committee as well as ensuring that a small business can stay afloat with help from the government and the use of grants. </span></span></p><p
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style="font-size: small;">Small businesses are the lifeblood of many communities and employ people throughout each community, therefore the government is willing to take measures to ensure that these small business are able to reach their contracts and financial obligations when it comes to making the most of the business. Funding can be provided through the government – simply and easily. </span></span></p><p
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style="font-size: small;">How does one go about applying for a small business federal grant? Applying for a small business federal grant is simple, the individual is able to complete an application and file the application with the grant committee. While applying for a small business federal grant, there is often a business plan which includes a mission statement and a proposal letter which is also submitted to the committee that approves or rejects the grant applications. This information can help to determine if the business owner has an idea which is cohesive with the idea that comes with the grant funding. </span></span></p><p
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style="font-size: small;">The process of applying for a small business federal grant can take upwards of two to four weeks, and it can take up to twelve weeks in order to hear from the grant approval committee regarding the status of the grant application that has been submitted. Being patient and waiting for results can help to expedite the process, as well as getting to know the local faces within the grant office in the community. </span></span></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://grantsinterest.com/small-business-federal-grants/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
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