Areas of Study 
Provides resource information for non-profits in the community with a yearly schedule of programs that are available at low cost or for university credit.
August 2, 2012 9am to 4pm Cost: $50
Basics of Grant Writing: Introduces Novice Grant Writers to Key Skills for Success
Jane Batson, Dean of Health
September 13, 2012 9am to 12 noon Cost: $15
Creating a Non-Profit: Development of bylaws and articles of incorporation, incorporating in New Mexico, initiating the application for federal non-profit status.
October 11, 2012 9am to 12 noon Cost: $15
Using Guidestar and Online Fundraising Websites: Participants will be introduced to Guidestar as a key support to non-profit success and to online fundraising websites like GoodSearch, First Giving, and Network for Good.
November 8, 2012 9am to 4 pm Cost: $50
Advanced Grantwriting with Emphasis on Foundation and Federal Grants: Provides advanced instruction in applying for foundation and/or federal grants with emphasis on key components of the grantwriting process.
January 10, 2013 9 to 12 noon Cost: $15
Currently Available Grant Funding with Emphasis on Local and Corporate Funders: introduces the grant writer to the currently available funding opportunities and anticipated funding opportunities for 2013.
February 14, 2013 9 to 12 noon Cost: $15
Grant Reporting Basics including NM Attorney General’s Office: introduces the nonprofit agency to the required reporting necessary in NM and for funders who require follow-up reporting related to the grant scope of work.
March 14, 2013 9 to 12 noon Cost: $15
Evaluation of Proposals: open forum for individuals who have prepared grant applications and are seeking assistance to evaluate a written grant proposal. You must have at least two sections of the proposal ready for review: for example, state of need and goals or budget and work plan. By individual appointment in 30 minute increments. Contact Customized Training at 624-7376 to arrange appointment. Time will be extended based on customer interest.
April 11, 2013 9 to 12 noon Cost: $15
Searchable Grant Databases: review and use of the most common free grant source databases and listserves available.
May 9, 2013 9 to 12 noon Cost: $15
Visits with Funders: spend time with representatives from organizations that are funding grants in New Mexico, learn about their requirements and expectations, ask questions about the grant process.
Contact
Customized Training at 624-7376 to register for the non-credit class.
Jane Batson at 624-7233 regarding questions related to class content
