LAMP RFA Workshops
USDA AMS RFA Workshop 3/31/2022
Greetings everyone,
Please find the recording of Thursday’s very informative Workshop led by Mrs. Anita Roberson. In the event there are questions regarding any of the Workshops, or in general, please feel free to reach out to me, any of your Co-Leaders, or Dr. Zoumenou.
And here is the link for last night’s Workshop: PASSCODE #4!uiCS4
USDA AMS RFA Workshop 4/4/2022
Greetings everyone,
As requested, please find the recording of last night’s meeting, as well as Mr. Richard’s presentations and Office Hours for this project, along with snippets from last night’s chat, as well.
Also included, are the very helpful links to resources from Mrs. Anita Roberson’s Workshop on 3/31/22.
As always, we will be happy to answer any questions you may have and look forward to seeing you at our next Workshop as we continue the training on the Budget and more on 4/6/22 at 6:00 p.m.
USDA AMS LAMP GRANT RFA Workshop Zoom Recording – 4/4/22: PASSCODE 8+C.eDHn
MESSAGES FROM LAST NIGHT’S CHAT:
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Can not stress the importance of the budget and tracking numbers enough!
I have started using zoho books for my consulting business & have been suggesting it to farmer/ grow clients as well. https://www.zoho.com/us/books/
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990-EZ is for those w annual gross receipts b/t $50K-$200K
There’s also a 990-N for those w annual gross receipts less than $50K
First tries DO get awarded!!! It’s rare but it is possible. Each application gets easier, and the feedback you receive is invaluable for grants that allow for resubmissions or for future attempts.
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RFA Summaries:
- Farmers Market Promotion Program
- Local Food Promotion Program
- Regional Food Systems Partnership Program
Helpful documents to use when writing your proposal:
Availability until proposal is due on May 16th: Donale Richards
- Mondays from 6-9pm ET – April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9
- Wednesdays from 6-9pm ET – April 27, May 4, May 11
- Fridays from 1-5pm ET – April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13
Mrs. Anita Roberson’s Workshop links 3/31/22
- www.grants.gov has additional tools, tips and training on how to apply for a grant.
Federal Service Desk (FSD). A good place where users can also get help.
The FSD is a free technical support service desk for user assistance.
Visit FSD.gov to search frequently asked questions, chat live with a support agent, submit a web form, or call for assistance.
Call and Live Chat Hours:
- Monday – Friday from 8am – 8pm EST
- U.S. calls: 866-606-8220
- International calls: +1 334-206-7828
- DSN: 94-866-606-8220
The FSD provides support for the following systems (websites):
- System for Award Management (SAM)
- Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS)
- Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS-NG)
- FFATA Subaward Reporting System (FSRS)
USDA AMS RFA Workshop Recording 4/6
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USDA AMS RFA Zoom Workshop Recording 4/11
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USDA AMS RFA Zoom Workshop Recording 4/13
From last night’s chat: Anita Roberson
How to Become an Application Reviewer – Agricultural Marketing Service
www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/peer-review
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) seeks subject matter experts as peer reviewers to objectively evaluate grant applications against the …
USDA Announces Webinars for AMS Grant Programs and Call for Grant Application Peer …
www.ams.usda.gov/content/usda-announces-webinars-ams-grant-programs-and-call-grant-application-peer-reviewers
You can find more information on these webinars, including dates and registration instructions, on the AMS grants website. AMS is also seeking subject …
From Donale Richards
https://sustainableagriculture.net/ – check them out! Or at least sign up for their newsletter for policy updates (they also say when USDA grants have been released!)
Also – it would be great if y’all could provide feedback on our presentation series! Here is the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOMpYSjqGiYFQFgYhflA4pohybotFPsVFw8kQXMZMcnMrlgw/viewform?usp=sf_link
www.2020farmersco-op.com
2020cooperative@gmail.com
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Donale Richards: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOMpYSjqGiYFQFgYhflA4pohybotFPsVFw8kQXMZMcnMrlgw/viewform?usp=sf_link
April 4 Presentation – Budgeting for an AMS grant
April 6 Presentation – Understanding Your Capacity + Strategic Partnerships
April 13 Presentation – The Art of Storytelling
Grants.gov –> Search Grants tab –> type in the program name and hit search.This is where you find and download the:
- Request for Applications (RFAs)
- Each program’s Narrative Document
- For FMPP + LFPP – they also share:
- A narrative document guide
- Each program’s Frequently Asked Questions
Additional FMPP, LFPP and RFSP Resources
- FMPP RFA Summary + Factsheet
- LFPP RFA Summary + Factsheet
- RFSP RFA Summary
- See attached for templates to use for (found on each programs website – not grants.gov):
- Critical Resource Infrastructure Letter
- Partnering Organization Letter
- Verification of Matching Funds Letter
- Business Planning Essentials Workbook (also attached)
General AMS Resources (attached documents)
- LAMP Stakeholder Toolkit – check out the links on the last page!
- AMS Terms and Conditions – great resource for your budget sections:
- Cost-share + Match (page 5)
- Indirect costs (page 8)
- Allowable vs unallowable Costs and Activities (pages 8-15)
- Cost-share and Matching Rulemaking – more details on how to justify these costs in your budget sections
- Indirect Cost Rulemaking – more details on how to justify these costs in your budget section
Workshop Survey
Donale’s Office Hours (all times in ET):
Friday, April 22 from 1-5pm
Monday, April 25 from 6-9pm
Wednesday, April 27 from 6-9pm
Monday, May 2 from 6-9pm
Wednesday, May 4 from 6-9pm
Friday, May 6 from 1-5pm
Monday, May 9 from 6-9pm
Wednesday, May 11 from 6-9pm
Friday, May 13 from 1-5pm
USDA AMS LAMP GRANT RFA Workshop Zoom Recording – 4/13/22
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