Orientation to the AFI Program
The AFI Resource Center is pleased to present free conference calls / webinars on developing effective individual development account (IDA) projects and applying for Assets for Independence program funding. Prospective grantees, their partner organizations, and representatives of all interested groups are invited to participate.
The following calls / webinars are designed specifically for organizations interested in submitting proposals in the June 25, 2008 funding cycle. The calls will feature insights from experts in the field -- that is, practical "how to" advice, hints and tips. The calls will include time for questions and answers. Participants will be sent handouts and other resource documents before the calls.
Program Overview and How to Apply
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Time: 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. EST
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Tips for Writing a Winning AFI Application and Designing a Strong IDA Project
Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Time: 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. EST
Click here to Register!Program Overview and How to Apply (repeated from May 13)
Date: Thursday, May 29, 2008
Time: 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. EST
Click here to Register!Tips for Writing a Winning AFI Application and Designing a Strong IDA Project (repeated from May 21)
Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Time: 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. EST
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Technical Requirements
Participants who prefer to participate via conference call are welcome to do so.Suggestions for folks who participate via webinar:
- A high-speed Internet connection is recommended but NOT required.
- Make sure your computer is compatible with Microsoft Live Meeting one day before the webinar. Click here for the latest version: Check for Microsoft Live Meeting
Recordings of Past "How To" Webinar Presentations
The AFI Resource Center has copies of past webinars, which are available free of charge. Please click here to request a copy of any of the following presentations.
AFI Overview & Grant Application Process
AFI Project Design & Implementation (Part I)
This presentation includes background about the AFI program, an overview of grant application requirements and procedures, and tips for developing strong AFI grant applications.
Cost Sharing
This recording focuses on AFI requirements for non-federal matching funds. It includes a discussion of effective strategies for raising these critical resources.
This webinar focuses on key elements of effective work plans, strategies for selecting your client population and determining the services they may need to succeed.AFI Project Design & Implementation (Part II)
This second project design webinar broadens the discussion of work plan development and provides tools to assess organizational capacity and match resources to program needs.