Tag: federal funding

1/31/25 – “Flooding the Zone”

This past week was a doozy to say the least. Below are some helpful resources to help you stay the course and focus on what matters most: Stay afloat by making connections with colleagues, friends, family and folks on these calls! ANNOUNCEMENTS AWARDS RESOURCES

1/24/25 – Federal support for climate work wanes

President Donald Trump’s inauguration took place earlier this week and signed a number of executive orders, including one that directed federal agencies to pause the disbursements of funds from the IRA and the 2021 BIL. The Trump Office of Management and Budget clarified in a follow-up memo later in the week that the pause “only […]

Federal Funding Fridays: Here to Stay in 2025!

Since May of 2023, the Midwest Climate Collaborative has hosted Federal Funding Fridays (FFF) nearly every week. These are informal calls where we gather to share insights on federal funding opportunities, discuss common challenges, and celebrate shared successes. To date, we’ve had over 300 individuals and organizations, with an average of 25+ weekly attendees. Some calls are geared toward knowledge sharing on several opportunities and others feature special guests that can provide insights into areas of interest. 

A few highlights from 2024:

1/11/25 – Building Resilience

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the devastating wildfires in Southern California. The situation remains critical as strong winds continue to make it all the more challenging to control. The widespread destruction is leaving thousands without homes, dozens have lost their lives and countless acres of land have been scorched. While California is over […]

12/13/24 – Navigating the IRA Landscape in a Time of Uncertainty

ANNOUNCEMENTS SPECIAL GUEST This week, we welcomed special guest, Amy Turner, Director of the Cities Climate Law Initiative at the Sabin Center. Amy was featured in Sustainable Cities Fund webinar last week “Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act: What’s Next?” The webinar provided insights from Amy and her colleague Romany Webb into what we can […]

11/22/24 – Free Grant Training Offerings from MCC & SUIE!

ANNOUNCEMENTS Free Grant Training Offerings from MCC & SUIE! Midwest Climate Collaborative and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is providing free Grant Training Workshops (virtual and in-person) Check out more details here (for what you’ll learn and when they are taking place!) We are thrilled to have Diane Cox and Connie Frey-Spurlock from SIUE who […]

11/01/24 – State Funding Readiness Project Support & More!

Green branded logo that reads "State Funding Readiness Project"

ANNOUNCEMENTS SPECIAL GUESTS Many thanks to Taryn Akiyama and Heather Newberry of Hua Nani Partners for sharing details on their State Funding Readiness Project (SFRP) which is now offering pro bono service offerings for post-award implementation of federal funds! This includes contractor solicitation, grant management and reporting, community engagement, and workforce development. GRANTS & FUNDING […]

10/18/24 – Diving into the DOE BUILT grant

The new DOE BUILT grant helps non-profits make energy efficiency upgrades to their buildings, reducing energy costs and serving all charitable causes. The deadline is Nov. 12.