Case Study: Takoma Park Direct Cash Assistance Program
FORWARD and Takoma Park were able to administer approximately $1.3 million in direct cash assistance to underserved households.
What is the National Clean Investment Fund?
Overview of the National Clean Investment Fund The National Clean Investment Fund (NCIF) is a $14 billion competitive grant program that will provide grants to national nonprofit clean financing institutions capable of partnering with the private sector to provide accessible, affordable financing for tens of thousands of clean technology projects across the country. The NCIF is part …
What is the Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) Program?
Overview of the Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) Program The Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) program, established under the historic Inflation Reduction Act, signifies a monumental leap in rural electrification since the days of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. With $1 billion in funding, PACE strives to make clean, affordable, and reliable energy accessible to the …
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Aug 21st Deadline! What is the NOAA Climate Resilience Regional Challenge and how to apply?
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a historic, federal government-wide investment that furthers NOAA’s efforts to build a Climate-Ready Nation. The NOAA Climate Resilience Regional Challenge is a $575 million competitive grant program that will invest in holistic, collaborative approaches to coastal resilience at regional scales. The goal of the challenge is to help coastal communities build …
How Government Leaders Can Maximize Inflation Reduction Act Funding
3 min read The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) presents a transformative opportunity for local governments to drive positive change in their communities. By strategically leveraging the funding and incentives the IRA provides, mayors and local leaders can make a significant difference in areas such as environmental justice, clean energy adoption, and economic development. In this …
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What is the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) Program?
The Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) program is a new program created by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The CPRG will provide $5 billion in funding to support projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful air pollutants. The CPRG will be implemented through two grant competitions: Planning Grants: This competition will provide …
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What is the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF)?
The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) is a new program created by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The GGRF will provide $27 billion in funding to support projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants. The GGRF will be implemented through three grant competitions: General and Low-Income Assistance Competition: This competition will …
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What is the Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program (EJ TCGM)?
The Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program (EJ TCGM) is a competitive grant program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Approximately $550 million is available to select approximately 11 eligible entities to become Grantmakers. As part of the Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program (EJ TCGM), Grantmakers will provide the following – Design …
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Suzanne Campbell Named VP of People and Culture at FORWARD
2 min read Suzanne Bridgeford Campbell has been named the Vice President of People and Culture at FORWARD, the leading integrated program administration solution for local governments. In her new role, Bridgeford Campbell will build out a Human Resources framework that will enable the organization’s growth while promoting its existing culture, diversity and purpose. “Suzanne …
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Case Study: Yakima Rental Assistance Program
In less than five months, FORWARD awarded $672,500 to 40 small businesses through the Paramount Small Business Assistance Program.