I have recently been part of a conversation, between Development Directors, concerning prospecting. Prospecting is looking for individual philanthropists that might like to send your organization funds. Sounds rather simple, but the complexity and the scope was greater than I imagined.
My work has been dedicated to grants. I research the different funders and share this information with my clients in a grant search report. Grants are given by foundations, corporations or government agencies. This is different from prospecting for individuals.
The individual donor, generally does not have an application process. How do you find these rich or giving individuals? What is the best way to be sure that they are a match? Is there a good or a bad way to approach? These are a few of the questions I have been collecting answers too.
The conversation has been extremely interesting and I will pass this information on to you over the next few weeks. Be sure to keep tuned in, either through an RSS feed or follow me on twitter!! http://twitter.com/kerisilk
Governor Pat Quinn announces a major public-private partnership between Microsoft and the State of Illinois to provide free technology training for up to 51,000 Illinoisans, starting July 31. Read the press release (PDF) to learn more about the Microsoft Elevate America initiative.
In cooperation with Microsoft Corporation, the State of Illinois is pleased to offer eligible citizens free vouchers that are redeemable for select Microsoft online courses and Microsoft business certification exams. Get the information technology skills, training and resources you need to compete for the jobs of today and tomorrow. As more information on vouchers becomes available, it will be posted here.
You are invited to a Free Tele-class. Where’s the Money??
Facilitated by Keri Silk you will learn what kinds of government money is really available. You will learn where to look for grants and other sources of free money. Keri will share her expertise and give you the tools you need to start mining the millions of available dollars in funding.
10:00 am CT on June 2, 2009
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1 (218) 339-2626
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340742
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For the hand out please send an email with handout on the subject line. You can also send your questions ahead of time.
Looking forward to learning more about you,
Keri
Please forward to friends!
Keri K. Silk, MS, DTM
Author, Coach, Grant Writer
866-279-8666 voicemail/fax
630-529-3181 office
www.fundingsuccess.us
Program Description
The National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) is the U.S. Department of Education’s (ED’s) central database for student aid. NSLDS receives data from schools, guaranty agencies, the Direct Loan program, and other Department of ED programs. NSLDS Student Access provides a centralized, integrated view of Title IV loans and grants so that recipients of Title IV Aid can access and inquire about their Title IV loans and/or grant data.
General Program Requirements
If you are a recipient of loans or grants (Title IV Aid) then your record will be viewable in the National Student Loan Data System.
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
Please visit the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) website for further information:
http://www.nslds.ed.gov/nslds_SA/
1-800-4-FED-AID
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202
studentaid@ed.gov
Managing Agency
U.S. Department of Education