The First Five from Berkshire Funding Focus includes a mix of content for nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and businesses. See the BFF websitefor more - or contact kpelto@berkshireplanning.org.
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Federal Grants
Did you know that cities, towns, and nonprofits can receive federal tax credits for completing certain clean energy projects? Learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)'s Direct Pay provisions for projects completed between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2032.
Promise Neighborhood grants support place-based, collective impact approaches to improving results for children and families through access to great schools and strong systems of family and community support.
If you heard about a grant opportunity from BFF and/or received technical assistance from BFF and were awarded that grant, we'd like to feature you in a future Berkshire First Five! Please send your story and a photo to Karen Pelto, BFF Grant Specialist.
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Grant & Equity Advocacy
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is revising parts of their Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Grant Awards. Submit comments by July 31, 2024.
About Berkshire Funding Focus
Berkshire Funding Focus (BFF), a regional initiative housed at BRPC, supports Berkshire County towns, businesses, nonprofits, and schools seeking state and federal funds to aid with recovery and rebuilding efforts. Learn more here: www.berkshirefundingfocus.org.
Have questions? Contact Recovery Grant Specialist Karen Pelto. We look forward to helping you find opportunities and resources that are right for you.
