Assets for Independence Program
2006 Informational Conference Call Series

Series #1: AFI Program Overview

Assets for Independence Program Overview
Overview of the AFI Program and highlights of key components of every successful AFI Project. This call will feature a detailed review of the program funding announcement and application requirements, procedures and timelines. Listen in and start planning to submit an application for funding in the July 18, 2006 cycle. Calls will take place from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. EST. Click on the agenda link for handout materials and dial-in information. Register today!

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Tuesday, May 30 / Agenda / Register
Tuesday, June 6 / Agenda / Register
Tuesday, June 13 / Agenda / Register

Series #2: Administering Effective IDA Projects with AFI Grants

Cost-Sharing: Strategies for Developing Nonfederal Resources
Review of nonfederal cost sharing requirements, and hints and tips from current AFI grantees about developing and working with funding partners. Calls will take place from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. EST. Click on the agenda link for handout materials and dial-in information. Register today!
Thursday, June 1 / Agenda / Register

Designing and Implementing an Effective IDA Project (Part 1 of 2)
Key elements of effective workplans. Strategies for selecting your client population and determining the services they may need to succeed with their IDA. Learn good practices from current Assets for Independence Program grantees about the IDA savings match rates and other account design features. Calls will take place from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. EST. Click on the agenda link for handout materials and dial-in information. Register today!
Wednesday, June 7 / Agenda / Register

Designing and Implementing an Effective IDA Project (Part 2 of 2)
More elements of effective workplans. Assessing organizational capacity for implementing a successful IDA project. Developing a workable budget. Planning for data collection and program evaluation. Calls will take place from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. EST. Click on the agenda link for handout materials and dial-in information. Register today!
Thursday, June 8 / Agenda / Register

The Importance of Partners for Your IDA Project
Strategies for selecting strong partners and collaborating with them to meet your participants' needs. Best practices from the field on working with financial institutions and nonfederal funders to support your project and empower participants.

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