Each year, Federal Government departments and agencies award a significant amount of grant dollars to state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and others, to help finance a broad range of projects including infrastructure, public safety, health care and social services. During this “Federal Grants 101”session, Elise Lancaster – who serves as Director of Federal Grants, Procurement, and Strategic Initiatives for U.S. Senator Gary Peters – will present a high-level overview of the federal grant process including the different categories of grants; the resources available to help identify grant programs for which you may be eligible; what you can do now to prepare for an opportunity and increase your chance of a successful application, and how Senator Peters’ office can be a resource in your efforts.