WEDA Academy #1: Joining Forces: Shared Grant Collaboration Strategies for Community Development
We’re excited to share a webinar on two key opportunities for communities to collaborate and increase their impact: implementing a shared grant writer position and leveraging the DOR Innovation Grants.
In today’s fast-paced, resource-constrained world, securing funding for vital projects can be challenging. By joining forces—whether through a shared grant writer to streamline funding efforts or by utilizing DOR Innovation Grants to support collaborative initiatives—communities can maximize resources and unlock new opportunities.
During this session, we’ll explore the benefits, strategies, and best practices of a shared grant writer position, as well as hear from the DOR on how Innovation Grants can help communities address challenges together. Our speakers will share insights, real-world experiences, and practical tips to help you navigate collaborative funding opportunities.
We encourage you to engage with our speakers and ask questions as we work together to build stronger, more resilient communities.
Speakers
- Alex Kaker, Village Administrator, Village of Suamico
- Paul F Evert, Village Administrator, Village of Howard
- Ben Rodgers, Grant Specialist for the HHSD, Village of Howard & Village of Suamico
- Valeah Foy, Administrator of the State and Local Finance Division, Wisconsin DOR
- Moderator: Daniel Lindstrom, Development Services Director, City of De Pere
Learning Objectives:
Explore the benefits, strategies, and best practices of implementing a shared grant writer position and hear from the DOR how the innovation grants may help communities address challenges together
Who should attend?
Economic Development Practitioners, City/Village Managers, Mayors, Finance Directors, Planning Directors and Practitioners
Where:
Zoom – Link will be sent morning of the Academy
Cost:
WEDA Members: Free, Non-Members: $59.00
Refund policy: registrants may receive a refund less a 25% handling fee up to 15 business days, prior to the Academy start date. To request a refund e-mail weda@weda.org. After that date no refunds will be allowed, no exceptions. Registrants may, however, transfer their registration to another individual without any fees.
