Homeland Security Grant Program

GRAMMY Museum® Grant Program Awards $200,000 for Music Research and Sound Preservation

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

"This year marks the 36th year that the GRAMMY Museum and Recording Academy® have partnered to provide much deserved funding for music research and preservation projects across the United States and Canada.

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  • "This year marks the 36th year that the GRAMMY Museum and Recording Academy® have partnered to provide much deserved funding for music research and preservation projects across the United States and Canada.
  • During that time, we have awarded more than $8.3 million to 479 grantees," said Michael Sticka, President/CEO of the GRAMMY Museum.
  • "It is our vision to lead in creating a world in which shared love of music sparks curiosity, creativity, and community.
  • Generously funded by the Recording Academy, the GRAMMY Museum Grant Program provides funding annually to organizations and individuals to support efforts that advance the archiving and preservation of the recorded sound heritage of the Americas for future generations, in addition to research projects related to the impact of music on the human condition.

Invest in Others Charitable Foundation Names 2023 Grant Recipients

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Monday, December 11, 2023

ANDOVER, Mass., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others"), a nonprofit organization helping financial professionals support charitable causes in their communities, today announced the recipients of its 2023 Grant Program.

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  • Grants Totaling $298K Awarded to 17 Nonprofits, Providing Critical Funding and Enhanced Opportunities in Communities Across the U.S.
    ANDOVER, Mass., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others"), a nonprofit organization helping financial professionals support charitable causes in their communities, today announced the recipients of its 2023 Grant Program.
  • "Our Grant Program helps professionals in the financial services industry optimize the impact they can make in communities all over the country," said R. Barkley Payne, Executive Director of the Invest in Others Charitable Foundation.
  • This year, Invest in Others awarded a total of $298,355 to 17 organizations across the country, with grants ranging from $5,500 to $20,000.
  • These grants are also supported by Allianz, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, Equitable Foundation, FS Investments, MFS, MarketCounsel, Orion Advisor Solutions, and PIMCO.

2022-2023 Annual Report of the Office of the Taxpayers' Ombudsperson: Emphasis on the Taxpayer Bill of Rights

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

The report details the impact the OTO has by identifying Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) service issues and the trends in complaints.

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  • The report details the impact the OTO has by identifying Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) service issues and the trends in complaints.
  • The annual report uses the framework of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights to highlight the OTO's work to improve the CRA's services for all Canadians.
  • The report concludes with an update on the OTO's recommendations from its 2021–2022 annual report and the work the CRA has done to make sure it respects taxpayers' rights.
  • The Ombudsperson ensures, in particular, that the CRA respects eight of the service rights outlined in the Taxpayer Bill of Rights .

FHLBank Topeka Kicks Off Native American Heritage Month with $3 Million in Grant Funds

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Topeka, Kansas, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Native American Heritage Month begins across the country, FHLBank Topeka is proud to support grassroots efforts in its district to serve the housing needs of Native Americans.

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  • Topeka, Kansas, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Native American Heritage Month begins across the country, FHLBank Topeka is proud to support grassroots efforts in its district to serve the housing needs of Native Americans.
  • Through its inaugural offering of the Native American Housing Initiatives (NAHI) Grants Program, FHLBank Topeka will award $3 million in grant funding through its members to Native American tribes and tribally designated housing entities.
  • “Native American communities are an important part of our district.
  • Some examples include a 12-room youth homeless shelter, assistance with home repairs for tribal elders and support for down payments for Native American homeowners.

2024 Minister's Special Licence Auction (MSLA) Grant Program Open for Applications

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

STONY PLAIN, Alberta, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On behalf of our fellow Minister’s Special Licence (MSL) stakeholders, the Alberta Professional Outfitters Society (APOS) is thrilled to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Minister Special Licence Auction (MSLA) Grant Program.

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  • STONY PLAIN, Alberta, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On behalf of our fellow Minister’s Special Licence (MSL) stakeholders, the Alberta Professional Outfitters Society (APOS) is thrilled to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Minister Special Licence Auction (MSLA) Grant Program.
  • The Minister's Special Licence (MSL) has been a resounding success story for our province, channelling millions of dollars into the conservation of Alberta's fish and wildlife resources since 1995.
  • The corresponding resident raffles remain with an organization selected by the Minister, currently the Alberta Conservation Association (ACA).
  • For more information about the Minister's Special Licence Auction (MSLA) Grant Program and the application process, please visit www.apos.ab.ca/MSLA .

Visa’s Small Business Pulse Report Reveals Financing is the Biggest Barrier Faced by Women Entrepreneurs

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Monday, October 16, 2023

“Small businesses are the foundation of the Canadian economy, playing a vital role in helping local communities thrive,” says Sarah Steele, head of small business product, Visa Canada.

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  • “Small businesses are the foundation of the Canadian economy, playing a vital role in helping local communities thrive,” says Sarah Steele, head of small business product, Visa Canada.
  • According to the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) Indigenous women entrepreneurs are the fastest growing segment among Indigenous businesses.
  • Data in the report is taken from 780 Canadian Small Business Leaders who were surveyed in June and July 2023.
  • “Business Leaders” are defined as at least senior decision makers with the business, including eight-in-ten who are the business’ primary owner.

CORE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE NAMES MORGAN BIDDISON GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND GRANTS PROGRAM MANAGER

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Monday, October 9, 2023

SEDALIA, Colo., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CORE Electric Cooperative (CORE) is pleased to announce the hiring of Morgan Biddison to fill the cooperative's newly created position of Government Affairs and Grants Program Manager, effective October 16.

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  • SEDALIA, Colo., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CORE Electric Cooperative (CORE) is pleased to announce the hiring of Morgan Biddison to fill the cooperative's newly created position of Government Affairs and Grants Program Manager, effective October 16.
  • As the Government Affairs and Grants Program Manager, Morgan will collaborate with leadership and strategic partners to define and execute CORE's legislative strategy to achieve state and federal government affairs goals that advance CORE Electric Cooperative's mission and vision.
  • In this role, Morgan will also support local and regional government affairs efforts and coordinate the cooperative's grant seeking efforts.
  • Morgan is an experienced government relations and stakeholder engagement leader, having spent a decade helping organizations build and leverage partnerships to advance their strategic priorities.

It’s Time to Fight Back - Knightscope Launches School Safety Grant Program

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, today launched its School Safety Grant Program – a project that empowers everyone to promote safer learning environments in K-12 schools.

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  • Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, today launched its School Safety Grant Program – a project that empowers everyone to promote safer learning environments in K-12 schools.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230913445466/en/
    Knightscope Launches School Safety Grant Program - Nationwide Fundraiser Places Safety of Schools, Children and Teachers First (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Violence, harassment, threats against students, teachers and school staff all negatively impact the ability for children to obtain a quality education in a safe environment.
  • While creating a supportive school culture is the first line of defense, security technologies provide an extra layer of deterrence and protection from those intent on doing harm.
  • “It is time we band together as a country and fight back against the ongoing violence in our schools.

Washington Research Foundation commits $1.2 million to collaborative Postdoctoral Entrepreneurship Program at University of Washington and Washington State University

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Washington Research Foundation (WRF) has awarded more than $1.2 million to expand a University of Washington (UW) training program for entrepreneurs, and to partner with Washington State University (WSU) to establish a parallel, collaborative program at that institution later this year. The Postdoctoral Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) supports early-career innovators to improve the likelihood of successfully commercializing their technologies for public benefit.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Washington Research Foundation (WRF) has awarded more than $1.2 million to expand a University of Washington (UW) training program for entrepreneurs, and to partner with Washington State University (WSU) to establish a parallel, collaborative program at that institution later this year.
  • The Postdoctoral Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) supports early-career innovators to improve the likelihood of successfully commercializing their technologies for public benefit.
  • WRF's grant will provide three years of comprehensive funding, including salary support for two postdocs per year at each institution.
  • Melanie Anderson and Sarah Pristash each completed the program and later successfully applied for the WRF Postdoctoral Fellowship to further develop their research.

Challenged Athletes Foundation Celebrates 30th Anniversary and Continues to Drive the Adaptive Sports Movement Forward

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Marking its 30th anniversary year, the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) remains dedicated to empowering the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through sports.

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  • Marking its 30th anniversary year, the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) remains dedicated to empowering the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through sports.
  • “As we prepare for our 30th grant application season and our CAF Community Challenge Weekend we celebrate our past accomplishments and the potential that the future holds."
  • As CAF commemorates its 30th anniversary, the legacy of that initial effort resonates more powerfully than ever, shaping a movement that continues to champion inclusivity, opportunity, and the power of the human spirit.
  • Guided by a shared vision, CAF’s athletes, generous supporters, and like-minded partners have worked together to propel this movement forward, changing lives, breaking barriers, and igniting futures.