California Consulting Community Newsletter

Edition 105 September 2024

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City of Needles Achieves Remarkable Success in Grant Awards

The City of Needles has recently secured an impressive $4,791,850.72 in grant funding, a significant milestone that reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to growth, sustainability, and community well-being. Thanks to the tireless efforts of city administration and the expert guidance of California Consulting, several transformative grants have been awarded to support the city's future:

 

  1. Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program

The City of Needles has been awarded $3,965,400.00 by the California Department of Parks and Recreation. This competitive program is focused on creating new parks and recreational opportunities in underserved communities. For Needles, this grant will be a game-changer, providing much-needed green spaces and recreational facilities to enhance residents’ quality of life and foster community engagement.


Please find the complete article here.

“Securing nearly $5 million in grant funding is a monumental achievement for the City of Needles. This success is a testament to the hard work and collaboration between our city administration, California Consulting, and our dedicated staff. Together, we have positioned Needles for a brighter future, one that prioritizes the well-being of our residents and the sustainable growth of our community.”

-City Manager Patrick Martinez- City of Needles



City of Berkeley Achieves an Extraordinary 52,846% ROI Working Together with California Consulting

The City of Berkeley has secured $6.5 million in grants through its partnership with California Consulting. This milestone comes as a result of securing major grant awards that will benefit the community.



Working closely with the City of Berkeley’s administration, California Consulting successfully secured: 


  • FEMA - San Francisco Bay Water Quality Improvement Fund. The City was awarded $1,500,000 through the FEMA San Francisco Bay Water Quality Improvement Fund. These funds will support projects aimed at improving water quality in the San Francisco Bay.


  • Prop 68 - Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program. Berkeley also received a substantial $5,000,000 grant through the Prop 68 Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program. This funding will be used to develop parks and revitalize existing recreational areas. By working side by side with the City of Berkeley administration, the team was able to identify, apply for, and secure these essential grants, ensuring that Berkeley continues to thrive as a forward-thinking, sustainable, and vibrant city.


“We are very grateful for the expertise and collaboration we have with California Consulting, as our work together has helped secure $6.5 million in grants to better support our community.” - Scott Ferris, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront, City of Berkeley

El Camino College Receives $596,954 for the National Science Foundation IUSE Grant for STEM Innovation

We are thrilled to congratulate El Camino College (ECC) on receiving the prestigious grant from the National Science Foundation's IUSE: Innovation in Two-Year College STEM Education (ITYC) program! This grant, totaling $596,954, will support the creation of the Support for Education and Employment in Data Science (SEEDS) program. Through extensive hard work and dedication, El Camino College worked tirelessly collaborating with California Consulting Project Manager Matt Kamm to secure the funded application. Thank you to everyone who provided their expertise. Please take a look at the entire article here.

"I'm extremely proud to be part of this effort to address the demand for data science professionals in the region. The success of this grant reflects the collective vision to create lasting educational and career opportunities for students."



- California Consulting Project Manager Matt Kamm

California Consulting Lands Several Awards for Clients in August

California Consulting collaborations and partnerships have had tremendous success in August. We congratulate the San Benito High School District, Red Bluff Union Elementary School District, City of Newman, City of Sausalito, El Camino College, and County of Yolo on receiving grant awards. The grants secured are below:


 San Benito High School District- Education for Homeless Children and Youth Grant.......................................................................................................                     $45,000


Red Bluff Union Elementary School District - Education for Homeless

Children and Youth Grant.........................................................................................    $45,000


City of Newman - California Fire Foundation - Statewide Grant Opportunity...................................................................                                                $10,000


El Camino College- National Science Foundation IUSE: Innovation in Two year

College STEM Education (ITYC) >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> $596,954


City of Sausalito - Economic Development Administration - FY2023 Disaster Supplemental.................................................................................................            $614,400


County of Yolo - BSCC: Byrne SCIP ..................................................................... $1,000,000


Congratulations Everyone!

California Consulting Visits Armenian American Museum Construction Site in Glendale


California Consulting Management Assistant Sam D’Ambrosio recently conducted a site visit to the Armenian American Museum (AAM), currently under construction in a premier location in Glendale, California. The visit underscores California Consulting’s ongoing commitment to supporting this significant cultural and educational project, which will serve as a vital resource for the Armenian American community and beyond.



During the visit, Sam D’Ambrosio had the opportunity to meet with Berdj Karapetian, Chair of the Armenian American Museum and CEO of HiChoice Health Care Inc. (pictured left), and Zaven Kazazian, JD, Vice Chair of the museum and CEO of Kazazian Consulting Group LLC (pictured right). The visit provided a firsthand look at the progress of the museum’s construction and offered an opportunity to discuss the future vision and goals of this landmark institution.


“We are excited to be working closely with the Armenian American Museum to help secure the necessary funding for their projects. This museum will be a cornerstone for cultural preservation and education in Glendale, and it’s an honor to be part of this transformative journey.” -Sam D’Ambrosio, CC Management Assistant

 

Granting Success with California Consulting Podcast is Now Available

Get ready for a monthly dose of expert insights, interviews, and practical tips on grants with our new podcast! Subscribe now for valuable knowledge and success stories in the world of funding.


Episode #4- Granting Success: Active Transportation Program (ATP)

Episode #3- Granting Success: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program

Episode- Granting Success with CC- CAL Volunteers Grant

Episode #2 - Granting Success with CC - Dr. Juile High

Episode #1- Granting Success with CC- Project Manager Karen Leventhal

 

Grant Corner

Education Grants For Your District

Municipal Grants to Keep on Your Radar

Fire & Emergency Service

Public Works Grants

Coastal Waterways

DA Grants


Grants for Cities:


Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)

Deadline: NOI due October 15th

Amount: TBD

Match: 25%

Eligibility: Local governments, including cities, townships, counties, special district governments, state agencies and federally recognized tribal governments (who choose to apply as subapplicants) are considered subapplicants. They must submit subapplications to their state, territory or tribal applicant agency.

  • Subapplicants must have a FEMA-approved local or tribal Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with Title 44 Code of Federal Regulations Part 201 by the application deadline. They must also have one at the time of obligation of grant funds for hazard mitigation projects and capability- and capacity-building activities. Hazard mitigation planning and planning-related activities, partnerships and building codes are exempt from the plan requirement. Federally recognized tribal governments, submitting as subapplicants to a state or territory, are included in this exemption.

Link: https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-communities/before-apply


CalOES: State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program

Deadline: 11:59pm (PDT) Friday, September 27, 2024

Amount: Available Funding: $19,085,028 

Match: No

Eligibility: Local Governments

https://www.caloes.ca.gov/grant-announcement/2024-25-state-and-local-cybersecurity-grant-local-and-tribal-sl-cfo/


USDOT: Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Discretionary Grant Program

  • Deadline: September 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET.
  • Match:
  • Community Planning Grants: 80% federal share, 20% local match.
  • Capital Construction Grants: 50% federal share, 50% local match (other federal funds may increase the federal share to 80%).
  • Amount:
  • Planning Grants: Up to $2 million.
  • Capital Construction Grants: $5 million to $100 million.
  • Eligibility:
  • Planning Grants: States, local governments, tribal governments, metropolitan planning organizations, nonprofit organizations.
  • Capital Construction Grants: Facility owners (e.g., states, local governments, tribal governments) with completed planning activities.
  • Link: RCP Program Information


 


Grants for School Districts:


CCC: K-12 Strong Workforce Program

Deadline: est. October 2024

Amount: Total Average Daily Attendance of LIEs 

Maximum Allowable Grant Amount 

Upto140ADA Upto$250,000 

141to550ADA Upto$500,000 

551to10,000ADA Upto$1,000,000 

Over10,000ADA Upto$2,000,000

Match: Match funds are required and intended to incentivize K–12 institutions and community colleges to invest from their base budgets in the development, support, and expansion of K–14 CTE programs aligned with the workforce needs of California’s regional economies. K12 SWP funds are intended to supplement, not supplant base budgets. 

Eligibility: Eligible K12 SWP applicants consist of one or more of any combination ofthe following LEAs: • School district • County office of education • Charter school 

• Regional occupational center or program (ROCP) operated by either a joint powers authority or by a county office of education, provided that the applicant has certified that all partners are aware of this grant and agree to submission. 

LEAs are encouraged to partner with other LEAs as co-applicants, but one LEA must be identified as the Lead Agency (orfiscal agent) on each K12 SWP application. The other LEAs are K–12 Partner Agencies.

https://www.cccco.edu/About-Us/Chancellors-Office/Divisions/Workforce-and-Economic-Development/K12-Strong-Workforce/K12-SWP-Request-for-Applications



HVIP: Zero-Emission Bus and Infrastructure (ZESBI) Program

Deadline: Monday, September 30, 2024, at 5:00pm Pacific Time

Match: Varies by project type and funding opportunity.

Amount: Varies depending on the bus type and infrastructure needs.

Eligibility: Public transit agencies, local government agencies, and other eligible entities in California.

Link: https://californiahvip.org/zesbi/


Welcome New Clients

CC is excited to welcome the Waterford Unified School District, the Pali Institute, the City of Oxnard, Tetra Tech, Inc., Bi Bett Foundation, the Town of Woodside, the American Armenian Museum, Rim of the World Unified School District, and Town of Moraga into the California Consulting Community for grant writing services. We are excited to secure funding for your projects. 

Celebrating Our Renewal Clients

CC is thrilled the San Bernardino County Fire Protection Services and the City of Bell have renewed their contract for grant writing services. We look forward to our continued collaboration that strategically secures funding to enhance their communities.

California Consulting On the Move

Senior Client Relations Associate

Karen Herrera

Management Assistant

Clay Owens

Senior Client Relations Associate Karen Herrera attended the following events:

  • 8/1- Cal Cities LA Division Local Officeholders Reception


Management Assistant Clay Owens attended the following events:

  • 8/1- Cal Cities LA Division Local Officeholders Reception
  • 8/23 Cal Cities OC Divison Dinner and Board Election

California Consulting in the News

Thank you to all of the media outlets that feature California Consulting in their publications.

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Cal Consulting Celebrates a Remarkable 20 years of Service

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