NYSHEI

The Key to Economic Growth

“The universities are definitely feeders into the economy,” said Sandy Parker, CEO of the Rochester Business Alliance, in a important analysis for the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle.

The article discusses the important role of academic based research in fostering the small businesses that are needed to revive the moribund New York State economy.
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Economic Development Testimony

NYSHEI Executive Director Jason Kramer will Monday deliver testimony to the New York State Legislature Joint Budget Committee Hearing on Economic Development.

“The public and private academic and research libraries of New York are looking for a genuine partnership with business and industry,” according to Mr.
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NELLCO Grant Writing Workshop

The New England Law Library Consortium is hosting a grant writing workshop at the Albany Law School.

Interested persons should contact NELLCO.

The workshop will take place on March 18 and 19, 2010.

Participants will learn how to write winning proposals including:

• The essential components of a grant proposal package.
• How to customize a proposal to match a grant maker’s interest.
• How to initially approach a funder.
• The differences between government and foundation proposals.
• How to report on a grant’s progress and impact.
• How to develop working relationships with grant makers.
• What to do if your proposal is denied (don’t give up!).
• The behind-the-scenes decisions that determine proposal acceptance and denial.

Participants will also learn how to find and track relevant grant opportunities:

• Where to find foundation grant programs that can help you accomplish your goals.
• Where to find federal and state grant makers that meet your needs.
• Where to find corporate giving programs whose giving goals match your funding needs.
• How to stay on top of your targeted opportunities.