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We are thrilled to announce that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected Smartville Inc. for a $10 MILLION grant as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's Long-Duration Energy Storage Program! Smartville and GrantExec teamed up to acquire grant funding to repurpose electric?vehicle batteries?to create sustainable?and scalable?energy storage?solutions. Here's what Smartville had to say: "Teaming up with GrantExec elevated our grant acquisition process, streamlining everything from pinpointing opportunities to producing winning grant applications. Our partnership has led to a $10M award from the U.S. Department of Energy for long-duration energy storage, a testament to the expertise and support provided by GrantExec. Further, with promising applications still pending, our collaboration continues to show significant potential for future successes. GrantExec's role was crucial in transforming our innovative vision into a reality, advancing the deployment of clean energy solutions." Congratulations to Antoni Tong, Mike Ferry, Grant Berman, Megan Lloyd, and the entire Smartville team on this win. We are proud to support Smartville's bold innovations in clean energy, and, with more applications pending, we're excited about the prospect of celebrating even more victories together. #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #Innovation #GrantFunding

?? New Partnership Alert! ?? GrantExec is helping drive grant funding to the Ohio business community through a new partnership with the Ohio Grants Alliance (OGA). In a changing federal grant landscape, GrantExec is equipping OGA with the tools and insights needed to adapt swiftly and seize new opportunities, ensuring Ohio’s communities and organizations remain competitive and thrive. Since its inception in January 2023, OGA has facilitated over $4.8 billion in competitive grant awards, funding projects such as: ?? $841M for decarbonization initiatives ?? $300M for expanding solar access ???? $24.3M to develop a microelectronics hub in Dayton Here's to streamlining funding for impactful work! -- Curious about the federal grant market? Explore the latest at https://lnkd.in/ejuqRckE. #OhioGrants #FederalGrants

Last week, GrantExec held a webinar for members a clean energy industry association on how to write winning grant applications. In case you missed it, Here are some key takeaways to help you write winning federal grant applications: 1?? Find the Right Grant Professional - Look for writers with 10+ years’ experience and advanced degrees. - A track record of wins in your sector is crucial. - In interviews, ask about their process for managing proposals and collaborating with partners. ??? Pro Tip: Let them ask YOU questions! Are they curious about your mission, sector, and goals? A good fit goes both ways. 2?? Start Early, Stay Ready - Read the guidelines carefully—eligibility and evaluation criteria are your roadmap. - Prepare critical documents in advance: resumes, organizational charts, and (for federal grants) forms like SF-424. - Register early on platforms like SAM.gov and Grants.gov—last-minute surprises can cost you dearly. 3?? Phased Approaches Save Time - Seek out grants with Letters of Intent (LOIs) or concept papers before committing to a full application. - Why? It’s less resource-intensive and allows funders to provide early feedback. 4?? The Devil is in the Details - Follow instructions exactly—margins, word limits, file types, and submission order. - Avoid jargon, keep responses clear and concise, and define your acronyms. - Organize your application to make it visually appealing and easy for reviewers to navigate. 5?? Revise Relentlessly - Schedule multiple feedback cycles. Fresh eyes can catch mistakes you missed. - Use revisions to strengthen your narrative, refine data, and clarify key points. 6?? When Things Don’t Go Your Way - If you’re not funded, request a debrief from the funder. Their feedback can be a goldmine for future success. - Remember: Every application builds your content library for the next opportunity. ?? Final Thoughts: - Grant success hinges on eligibility, strategic fit, and readiness. Cover these three, and you’re well on your way to a winning application. Webinar Credit: ?? Kristina Alcorn - Grant Services Director, GrantExec ?? Lisa Steinberg, PhD - Grant Writing Specialist ?? Cary Baur, PhD - Grant Writing Specialist Meet our team of experts ($917M in wins across 27 professionals) and learn how we leverage AI like GrantGPT at https://lnkd.in/e5WpWMcc! #GrantWriting #NonDilutiveFunding #GrantExec #GrantTips

The federal grant landscape remains robust, with $1.49 billion in new grants posted in just the last 7 days. Here are some top new opportunities: NASA | ROSES 2024: Lunar Terrain Vehicle Instruments ?? $44M | Supports science-driven instruments for the Lunar Terrain Vehicle under Artemis missions, advancing lunar surface research in planetary science, heliophysics, and astrobiology. USAID | Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning, and Adapting Activity (MERLA) ?? $30M | Enhances monitoring and evaluation systems in Haiti, supporting data-driven decision-making across multiple sectors. ARPA-E | Catalytic Application Testing for Accelerated Learning Chemistries (CATALCHEM-E) ?? $3.5M | Revolutionizes catalyst R&D through AI and high-throughput experimentation, accelerating clean energy solutions for a net-zero future. US Department of Labor | Ongoing Workload-Based Administrative Funding for Mixed Earners Unemployment Compensation (MEUC) ?? $100M | Ensures states can continue administrative activities for CARES Act unemployment programs, enhancing claim processing and financial reporting capabilities. These are just a handful of the 2,080 grants offering a combined $76.3 billion in grants today. Explore them all and more at grantexec.com!

Progress starts locally! GrantExec had a wonderful time at Arlington Community Foundation's Spirit of Community Awards on Friday. Congratulations to Jeanne Broyhill, Dr. Raymond Hoare, and Marty Swaim for being this year's honorees! Learn more about each local leader's work and the Arlington Community Foundation at?https://lnkd.in/eQ9ZT7Ju. Ryan Alcorn Andrea Avendano Carlos Talamante

As the federal government grantmaking priorities shift in January (story: https://lnkd.in/e7FQae5B), the pursuit of meaningful progress endures—and so do we. ??? At GrantExec, we track grant programs across all sectors and recipient types, but today, we wanted to spotlight social impact opportunities inspiring us right now. Here are five grants (of thousands) open today: WITH Foundation Grant For Orgs Supporting Adults with Disabilities WITH Foundation ?? Up to $150,000 ??? LOI due: Dec 6, 2024 https://lnkd.in/g3get3h LGBTQ+ and Aging Scholar’s Award Northwestern University ?? $5,000 ??? Due: Dec 2, 2024 https://lnkd.in/e5QADmft Our Sisters Are Sacred Grant Fund – Addressing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit Peoples (MMIW/G2S) Return to the Heart Foundation ?? $20,000 - $30,000 ??? Due: Dec 1, 2024, at 9 p.m. PST https://return2heart.org/ Youth Stop Hunger Innovation Grants Youth Service America (YSA) ?? $2,500 ??? Due: Dec 8, 2024 https://lnkd.in/gcMC4b68 Transformation of Mental Health Care Program Klingenstein Philanthropies ?? $200,000 ??? Due: Dec 15, 2024 https://lnkd.in/e3EhTjqC If you're feeling uncertain, remember: the helpers are out there. Across the nation, grant funders are stepping up to fuel good work. We’re dedicated to empowering changemakers with opportunities that shape a better future. As the grant landscape becomes more complex, we’ll be here to navigate it for you—amplifying each impact, one grant at a time. Let’s keep moving forward. More resources: - Federal grant market today: https://lnkd.in/ejuqRckE - US grant market today: https://lnkd.in/eRYGa-Hp - Trump grant market outlook: https://lnkd.in/e7FQae5B

???? Wondering how the election will impact funding for your next project? ??? Today, there are $76.6B in grants accepting applications. (Source: https://lnkd.in/ejuqRckE) Based on insights gathered from our network of partners here in Washington, we’re sharing forecasts on potential shifts in federal grant priorities under the next administration, informed by party platforms, campaign commitments, and past policy actions. -- Priorities Likely to Continue, No Matter Who Wins: ?? Support for Rural & Underserved Areas: Infrastructure, broadband, and grants for rural and marginalized communities. ??? Tech for National Security: Investment in U.S. semiconductor production for competitive edge. ?? Opioid Crisis Response: Ongoing support for addiction treatment and telehealth in rural areas. ??? Workforce Training: Skilled labor programs, including apprenticeships and clean energy jobs. ?? Public Safety Funding: Continued support for local policing, public safety, and community justice. -- ?? Under a Harris-Walz Administration: ?? Climate Action and Renewable Energy: Expect sustained and expanded funding for climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental justice initiatives. ?? Support for Underserved Communities: Grants focusing on equity, small farmers, affordable housing, and accessible healthcare and education in marginalized areas. ?? Innovation and Technology: Boosted funds for AI, broadband, and tech innovation hubs. ??? Workforce Development: Increased investment in job training, childcare support, and programs benefiting working families. -- ?? Under a Trump-Vance Administration: ??? Traditional Energy and Industries: A pivot toward supporting oil, gas, and traditional manufacturing, with less emphasis on renewable energy. ?? Rural Development and Infrastructure: Focus on rural infrastructure, agricultural support, and roadways. ?? Regulatory Changes: Potential deregulation affecting industries like energy and transportation and restructuring of certain federal agencies. ?? Social Program Funding: Adjustments to funding priorities, focusing on rural healthcare and law enforcement support. --- Today is the day. ??? Remember to vote!

?? We’re so excited to announce that?Zoe Kendall?has joined GrantExec today as our?Chief Product and Data Officer! With over a decade of experience in pioneering solutions across AI, data science, cybersecurity, and SaaS, Zoe brings the expertise and vision needed to scale GrantExec as the premier platform for connecting grant seekers and funders. What Zoe Brings to the Table: With a career marked by groundbreaking innovation and a commitment to creating impact beyond profit, Zoe has scaled platforms from hundreds to 80 million users and led award-winning data science initiatives. Her focus on ethically driven, user-first solutions positions her perfectly for the challenges of our industry. What to Look Forward to: Under Zoe’s guidance, we’re accelerating our mission to democratize the grant market, ensuring every organization – from nonprofits to researchers to municipal governments and small businesses – has access to the resources they need to drive impact. Zoe will lead the charge in expanding our database with even broader, deeper coverage of grant opportunities and in implementing smart features that make grant discovery and application smoother and more effective than ever. Expect new levels of data precision, delightful user experiences, and an ever-growing stream of opportunities that bring more funding within reach. Please join us in welcoming Zoe to the GrantExec team! ?? ?? ??

Grants aren’t just about the largest DOE or NSF opportunities—they’re also about unlocking early wins that help local missions thrive. ?? We’re proud to support MVP Athletics Dream Foundation, a new Northern Virginia nonprofit focused on building young leaders by making sports and cultural exchanges accessible to everyone. We recently helped them secure their first $10,000 grant, with another $10,000 on the way to keep their mission growing strong. ?? ?? Thank you to Tom Murphy for the kind words! Learn more about the MVP ADF at mvp-foundation.org. #GrantFunding #GrassrootsImpact #NonprofitSupport #CommunityFunding #GrantExec #SocialGood #YouthEmpowerment #Philanthropy #GrantWinners #FundingTheFuture #NonprofitSuccess #CommunityImpact

???$138M in New State Department Grants — Calling Innovators to Address Global Security Challenges ?? The U.S. Department of State released several grant opportunities yesterday aimed at tackling pressing international security and nonproliferation issues: Nonproliferation Scientist Engagement Program ???? Supports: Scientists, Technicians, Engineers (STEs) from Ukraine, Armenia, Central Asia & the Caucasus. ?? Focus: Prevent exploitation of STEs in geopolitical conflicts, offering secure civilian research roles. ?? Who Should Apply: Nonprofits, universities, and organizations supporting STE engagement. https://lnkd.in/gvBcqsQU Advancing Nuclear Safety through the FIRST Program ?? Objective: Aid countries developing nuclear energy with high safety and nonproliferation standards, especially in small modular reactors (SMRs). ?? Who Should Apply: Experts in nuclear safety/security and capacity-building for emerging nuclear energy nations. https://lnkd.in/gzhm_jV9 Countering DPRK & Iran WMD Proliferation ?? Goal: Curb WMD and missile network activity from North Korea & Iran, providing training in cybersecurity and sanctions compliance. ?? Who Should Apply: Organizations with expertise in cybersecurity, sanctions compliance, and anti-proliferation financing. https://lnkd.in/gfpYVcvW Protecting Critical Emerging Technologies ?? Mission: Strengthen security for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology by bolstering cybersecurity and intellectual property defenses. ?? Who Should Apply: Nonprofits and educational institutions focused on tech security. https://lnkd.in/eKXFUXqT Countering Biological Threats ?? Aim: Build biosecurity frameworks to prevent misuse of high-risk biological materials and technologies. ?? Who Should Apply: Organizations with expertise in biosecurity, biosafety, and lab management. https://lnkd.in/ebMBZuw2 Building Resilience Against Hybrid Threats ??? Goal: Enhance partner nations' capacity to counter hybrid threats from state-sponsored actors. ?? Who Should Apply: Experts in cybersecurity, strategic communications, and WMD threat mitigation. https://lnkd.in/eyTvkyzU Strengthening Iraq’s Defense Against WMD & UAS ?? Objective: Empower Iraq to respond to chemical/biological threats and enhance UAS defense. ?? Who Should Apply: Specialists in WMD threat reduction, emergency response, and unmanned systems. https://lnkd.in/gkekUyD5 Countering Russian Sanctions Evasion ?? Focus: Strengthen global sanctions compliance to disrupt illicit finance networks. ?? Who Should Apply: Experts in international sanctions, financial investigations, and anti-illicit finance. https://lnkd.in/eRpM7MVC ??? Deadline for All Grants: January 17, 2025 Answer the call!