BJA Announces Webinar Series To Help Demystify the Grant Writing Process

To assist potential applicants interested in applying for FY 2019 funding opportunities, BJA is hosting a series of educational webinars. See below for webinar details and register to participate.

Upcoming Webinars

Funding Opportunities for Your Community in 2019: An Overview of What's Ahead
When: January 29, 2019, 1 p.m. ET
Panelist: Tammy M. Brown, Senior Policy Advisor, BJA
This webinar is the first in a series of four that will help prospective applicants find funding opportunities that address their needs. In this webinar, attendees will learn the primary initiatives BJA plans to fund in 2019, eligibility requirements, and estimated funding amounts. A Q&A session will follow at the end of the webinar.


The First Steps to Applying, Prepare Now
When: January 31, 2019, 1 p.m. ET
Panelist: Greg Torain, Policy Advisor, BJA
Prior to the release of a solicitation, there are a number of steps that applicants can take. In this webinar, attendees will learn what registrations are necessary to apply, how to navigate Grants.gov, and what resources are available for applicants, such as the Office of Justice Programs' Funding Resource Center. A Q&A session will follow at the end of the webinar.


The Federal Funding Process: What New and Seasoned Applicants Should Consider
When: February 5, 2019, 1 p.m. ET
Panelist: Tara Kunkel, Senior Drug Policy Advisor, IPA
This webinar will explain how the OJP grant process works and focus on what applicants should understand when applying for funding. Applying for an OJP grant can be a challenging process and this webinar will educate participants on the necessary steps a first-time applicant should understand. In this webinar, attendees will learn:

  • How to find the critical elements of a solicitation
  • What applications should include
  • Tips for developing a budget
  • How the peer review process works
  • A Q&A session will follow at the end of the webinar.

Submitting Your Application: Avoid These Common Mistakes
When: February 7, 2019, 1 p.m. ET
Panelist: Andre Bethea, Policy Advisor, BJA
This webinar will provide guidance for applicants on how to avoid common application mistakes. In this webinar, attendees will learn:

  • The importance of using the Application Checklist
  • How applications are successfully submitted
  • How subawards can be incorporated into an application
  • How to attach documents
  • A Q&A session will follow at the end of the webinar.