Partner Events Calendar

Webinar
Prior Approvals: When, Why, and How
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | April 24
 
Projects don’t always go as initially planned. After the grant application has been approved, grant recipients often need to make modifications to manage ever-changing circumstances. Whether you need to adjust the budget, tweak your program design, or alter key personnel involved in performing the award, you may need to seek prior approval from your funder to make the change.

Webinar
Concept to Practice: Federal Procurement Standards
1 - 4 p.m. ET | April 30
 
Looking for a crash course in federal procurement? This three-hour presentation covers all aspects of the federal procurement standards, and is specifically designed to build step-by-step from core compliance obligations to practical implementation steps and tools. In this module, Feldesman attorney Scott S. Sheffler, will translate the compliance obligations established at 2 CFR 200.317 through 200.327 into plain language, and from their into actionable management strategies, tasks, and tools.

Webinar
Monthly Briefings for Federal Grantees: Key Updates and Developments
1 - 2 p.m. ET | May 13
 
Join the Feldesman Federal Grants Team for timely insights on recent executive orders, actions, and their implications
 
Federal policies can shift rapidly, affecting compliance, funding, and operations for organizations that rely on federal grants. To help grantees stay informed and proactive, we are launching a monthly briefing series analyzing the Trump Administration’s actions and their potential effects on federal funding, program requirements, and regulatory compliance.

Webinar
Managing Research Grants
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | May 22
 
Research and development grant awards entail special compliance considerations, both in terms of unique legal requirements and the government’s shifting enforcement focus. This webinar addresses key compliance and risk areas from the perspective of recipients of research funding, including: (1) special grant management obligations and flexibilities typical to research awards; (2) key changes in the new Uniform Guidance, 2 CFR 200, of particular importance to research institutions; (3) traditional grant management requirements that can pose challenges in the research environment (such as time and effort documentation); and (iv) new Department of Justice, Office of Inspector General, and funding agency areas of enforcement emphasis.

Webinar
The Single Audit Under the Uniform Guidance
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | June 10
 
Join CPA and Certified Fraud Examiner Carol Barnard of Aprio and Feldesman attorney Scott S. Sheffler for a discussion of the Single Audit Act annual audit. 
 
All medium and large grantees must undergo a Single Audit Act annual audit (often referred to as the “Uniform Guidance,” “A-133” or “Subpart F” audit). The Single Audit is the federal government’s most important tool for testing your compliance with the terms of your awards. Moreover, it is a major annual expense for your organization, so it is important to get it right. 

Webinar
Monthly Briefings for Federal Grantees: Key Updates and Developments
1 - 2 p.m. ET | June 17
 
Join the Feldesman Federal Grants Team for timely insights on recent executive orders, actions, and their implications
 
Federal policies can shift rapidly, affecting compliance, funding, and operations for organizations that rely on federal grants. To help grantees stay informed and proactive, we are launching a monthly briefing series analyzing the Trump Administration’s actions and their potential effects on federal funding, program requirements, and regulatory compliance.

Webinar
Federal Grant Forms: What Are They and What Do You Need to Do?
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | July 24
 
Navigating the various forms required by awarding agencies in the course of managing federal awards can be a daunting task, both because the form instructions are often inadequate and because the certifications at the bottom of many forms can suggest serious penalties for failure to properly complete them.

Live, Three-Day Federal Grants Management Training
Federal Funding Academy – Las Vegas
August 12 - 14, 2025
 
Join this three-day overview of the federal grants system, covering everything from the legal underpinnings of the system, through cost allowability and allocation, to procurement, subaward requirements, property management, audit resolution, and more.

Webinar
The Allowable Cost System
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | August 28
 
Fundamentally, a grant from the federal government is simply an agreement by the government to reimburse the grant recipient for certain costs of certain activities.  The limits of the government’s agreement are expressed primarily through the federal cost principles and are defined as “allowable costs.”  

Webinar
Cost Allocation and Indirect Cost Rates
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | September 25
 
One of the most challenging compliance obligations for federal grantees is ensuring that they charge only “allocable” costs to their federal awards. At its core a very straightforward concept, in practice cost allocation can prove a complex endeavor. From direct allocation, through cost allocation plans, and federally approved indirect cost rate agreements, an understanding of cost allocation principles aids grantees in efficiently and properly recovering project costs from the federal government.  

Webinar
Procurement Standards Under the Uniform Guidance
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | October 23
 
Based upon straightforward principles of competition and transparency, the federal procurement standards contain numerous specific rules and remain an area of compliance focus for auditors and agency reviewers.  In this webinar, Feldesman attorney Phillip Escoriaza will concisely address procurement considerations, building from the underlying legal principles to the key specific regulatory requirements.

Live, Three-Day Federal Grants Management Training
Federal Funding Academy – New Orleans
November 12 - 14, 2025
 
A three-day overview of the federal grants system, covering everything from the legal underpinnings of the system, through cost allowability and allocation, to procurement, subaward requirements, property management, audit resolution, and more.

Webinar
Intermediate Federal Cost Principles, Particular Areas of
Interest and Risk Within the Selected Items of Cost
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | November 20
 
Pursuant to the Cost Principles set forth at 2 CFR 200, Subpart E, grantees must ensure all of their costs are allowable, including that they are (1) necessary and reasonable to performance of a particular award or operation of their organization, (2) adequately documented, and (3) consistent with the requirements set forth in the “selected items of cost.”

Webinar
FAR-Based Contracts vs. Grants and Cooperative Agreements
1 - 2:30 p.m. ET | December 18
 
Federal agencies variously employ grant awards, procurement contracts, and “other transaction agreements” to establish relationships with non-federal partners. Varied agreement types are commonplace in research and may arise in other contexts as well. The type of legal instrument the agency uses impacts institutional obligations, from deliverables to background compliance regimes. Moreover, an institution's ability to negotiate terms of any particular agreement differs under the various legal regimes applicable to each type of agreement.

On-Demand Course
Customer Service Excellence (ADMB7003 & ADMB7004)

Become "customer-driven" and learn how to take service to the top, inspiring others to provide quality service. Gain proficiency in identifying your internal and external customers. Discover the latest methods for enhancing customer service and handling problems, including anticipating and responding to customers' needs.

On-Demand Course
Managing Multiple Priorities (ADMB7007)

Regain control over your workload, increase your efficiency, and ease your stress. Learn ways to dig out from beneath the mountain of paperwork, emails, and assignments, and eliminate anxiety over and frustration about your many responsibilities. Discover strategies for goal setting and prioritizing, as well as methods for overcoming procrastination. Learn to handle professional challenges with confidence!

On-Demand Course
Effective Communication with Customers (COMM8000)

Develop superior customer service by learning the basics of effective communication to successfully interact with internal and external customers. Become adept at recognizing and anticipating the needs of others; being flexible when handling requests and complaints; and spotting and responding to important verbal and nonverbal messages.

On-Demand Course
Briefing Techniques (COMM7002)

Develop your ability to give concise briefings that convey your main message quickly and clearly. Learn and practice essential strategies for delivering short structured briefings in this hands-on course. Your briefings are recorded for playback, and your instructor will provide useful coaching and tips.

On-Demand Course
Negotiating Techniques (MGMT9104 & MGMT9105)

Learn to create win-win situations and improve work relationships with colleagues, employees, customers, and others. Focus on issues of negotiation, including using multiple strategies, applying the no-fault formula, interest-based methods, and empathy in the negotiation process.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Editing for Impact (EDIT7100)

Gain the skills for revising your business documents to improve their clarity and accuracy. The Plain Writing Act of 2010 mandates that government documents be easily understood and well organized. Learn how to revise documents to give your main ideas greater power and emphasis. Become proficient at spotting and correcting common punctuation, capitalization, and abbreviation errors, as well as frequently misused words.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Writing for Results (WRIT7110)

Create documents that achieve results. Learn to analyze each writing situation-focusing on your purpose, reader, and context. Write effective explanations and instructions, using lists, headings, and graphics to get the job done. Write convincing arguments, clearly stating your position and supporting it effectively. Avoid logical fallacies in your writing and learn to spot them in messages you receive. Use writing to convince your reader and achieve real-world results. Use plain language as mandated by the Federal Plain Writing Act of 2010.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Clear Writing through Critical Thinking (WRIT7100)

Think more clearly by improving your writing. Write more clearly by improving your thinking. Understand critical thinking and learn strategies for deeper and deeper levels of thinking. Improve your thought process at each stage of the writing process. Create logical and persuasive arguments, and recognize and remove faulty logic. Sharpen your problem-solving skills and enhance group success. Write plainly as mandated by the Federal Plain Writing Act of 2011 and empower your career with critical thinking and clear writing.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Overview of Project Management (PROJ7020)

This course provides a broad overview of project management using a standardized methodology, focusing on how to coordinate the most common (and useful!) project deliverables. In this course, participants will learn how to approach tasks armed with an understanding of project management and its consistent processes.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Project Management Essentials (PGMT7007)

Project Management Essentials introduces the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and offers a standardized approach to project management. Participants will use the PMI standard to manage a project throughout its lifecycle; from initiation to closing. In doing so, participants will be developing and using the same proven tools and techniques that experienced project managers use to lead teams to successful project completion.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Project Leadership (PGMT8010)

This course focuses on the leadership aspects of project management.

Online  |  In-Person  |  On-site Course
Introduction to Microsoft Project 2016 (PROJ8990)

This introductory course provides core knowledge and practice exercises for participants to directly operate Microsoft Project 2016. Participants use the software to develop a usable project plan, schedule tasks, manage project resources, and more.

Participants navigate the Microsoft Project 2016 environment by defining a new project plan, organizing and linking project tasks, optimizing the critical path, setting the project baseline, adding and managing resources to the project plan, setting up resource calendars, resolving resource conflicts, customizing Gantt charts, creating timelines, custom reports and more.

Free Webinar
Grants Check-In: Where We Are and What You Should Know
1-2 p.m. ET  |  April 23
Recording available on-demand through December 31.

The federal grants landscape is more in flux than ever—new policies, funding trends, and compliance requirements are shaping the way federal assistance is managed. This webinar will provide critical insights to help you more effectively steward federal funding.
 
Key Takeaways:

• A clear understanding of the 2025 grants landscape and its challenges
• Answers to frequently asked questions around the 2024 Uniform Guidance updates
• Awareness of potential impacts of budget and policy changes
• Practical advice for audit readiness and fraud detection.

Virtual / Classroom Training
Federal Grants Update and Refresher (Course 2023)

Upcoming Sessions:

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | May 9 (Virtual)                            10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET | September 10 (Virtual) 
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | May 19 (Virtual)                           9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | September 23 (Virtual)
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET | May 30 (Virtual)                         8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET | October 3 (Classroom)
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET | June 13 (Classroom)                   Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.                                                        9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | October 27 (Virtual)
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | June 27 (Virtual)                          8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET | November 7 (Classroom)
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | July 11 (Virtual)                            Washington, D.C
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | July 25 (Virtual)                            9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | November 17 (Virtual)
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET | August 8 (Classroom)                  10 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET | December 5 (Virtual)
Washington, D.C.                                                         9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | December 19 (Virtual)
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET | August 29 (Classroom)
Atlanta, GA

Refresh your grants expertise! This course is designed to help you stay up to date on the changing regulatory and legislative requirements, including everything you need to know about the 2024 Uniform Guidance updates, while reinforcing your knowledge of the grants lifecycle. In this course you will review the key activities aligned with each stage of the grants lifecycle, focusing on recent changes and developments within the grants landscape.

This course is designed for grantors and recipients who have a basic understanding of the Uniform Guidance and wish to refresh their knowledge and explore recent updates.

Instructor-Led Webinar
Grant Management Boot Camp
1-4 p.m. ET  |  May 6-8 

This 3-day live, instructor-led online training offers a practical and in-depth overview of federal grant management, guided by experienced professionals in the field. You’ll learn the key requirements of the Uniform Grant Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), including internal controls, risk management, financial reporting, cost principles, procurement, property management, and audit preparation.

Webinar
What Should you do if your Award is Terminated?
1-2 p.m. ET  |  May 22

During this session, we’ll review why it’s important to understand the steps to take if your award is terminated, how to recoup as much funding as possible, and how you can be proactive in managing any next steps.

Training
Self-Paced Grants Management Bootcamp Course

Ongoing self-paced virtual training.