Navigating the Grant Funding and Federal Request for Proposal Processes

Released on = August 27, 2007, 6:41 pm

Press Release Author = Jeanne Fuller / ForAccess.com

Industry = Small Business

Press Release Summary = Many small businesses struggle with grant funding and where
to find information.

Press Release Body =
SAN ANTONIO, TX- There are millions of grant dollars available to business owners.
There are also a multitude of requests for services sent out by the federal
government looking for small businesses to fulfill these requests. Unfortunately,
there's also a lot of misinformation about grants and RFPs. How do you detect the
warning signs of the unscrupulous and scam artists who present themselves as grant
experts and prey on peoples' hopes and dreams? How do you also locate grant writing
services who will give honest answers about grants, your likelihood of being able to
obtain one, and the steps this process entails?

Kimberly Fontenot and Paul Johnson of Stellar Grants will be providing online
insight into the intricate grant funding and RFP process on Wednesday, August 29, at
2pm EST. This free webinar is the last of the series presented by ForAccess.com's
Summer Experts Presentations. Individuals, small and large business owners are
encouraged to attend and find out more.

"ForAccess.com is very pleased to have opportunity to share the expertise of
Kimberly Fontenot and Paul Johnson. Our company has worked with them since March of
this year, and they've provided great information and guidance as we negotiated the
complex grant funding process," said Jeanne Fuller, president of ForAccess.
ForAccess.com is a consumer advocacy website dedicated to helping consumers make an
informed decision prior to hiring professionals such as counselors, realtors,
physicians, and many others.

Fontenot and Johnson will present a 30-minute free webinar entitled, "Grants! How
can I get one for my business? "Help for Navigating the Federal RFP and Grant
Funding Process." During this presentation, they'll be discussing what is involved
in obtaining a grant, how to determine legitimate grant offers, how the federal
government advertises for services, and how to improve your chances of obtaining a
grant.

The discussion will also address the issues if you're uncertain whether to bid, if
you have the capabilities to bid, or if you don't understand the RFP/RFA/Grant
requirements or how to organize your proposal. They will also address common grant
writing issues many businesses face such as lack of good writing skills, uncertainty
what to say or how to say it, difficulty putting your knowledge into words and lack
of time or personnel available to write proposals.

Stellar Grants key management team consists of Kimberly Fontenot (President) and
Paul Johnson, who bring over 50+ combined years of business experience in both the
US and International markets. Working from both their Houston and New York offices,
they join their skills to specifically focus on providing grant-writing services for
individuals, non-profits, and for-profit organizations, national and international
corporations and associations. Fontenot has more than 20 years of grant and RFP
writing experience. She is also an Approved Government DHS and HRSA Grant Reviewer.
Johnson brings 30+ years' business support and financial experience in servicing the
business and marketing needs for both national and international companies.
Together, they and their office staff research and develop grants and proposals that
result in millions of dollars for their clients.

The webinar is free and open to the public. To access the webinar, visit
ForAccess.com, click on the Resources tab, and then click on the Calendar or
workshop links for instructions on participating in the webinar from your home or
office. Participants are encouraged to come prepared with questions, as Fontenot and
Johnson will be answering questions after the presentation.

Fuller added, "Stellar Grants is also offering special information for attendees who
contact them about grant writing after the webinar. We're delighted to bring this
caliber of knowledge to our members and guests who look forward to hearing about
options available for both small and large businesses."

To learn more about the free summer series or about ForAccess, send inquiries to
info@foraccess.com or call 1-877-495-1511.

ForAccess.com is a woman-owned web site supported by professionals for the purpose
of sharing information with consumers for a more informed decision prior to
purchasing or hiring services. Our mission statement is to make a positive
difference in people's lives. ForAccess.com also connects professionals with
affiliate partners who offer discounted services. For more information call
210-614-9911, or go to www.ForAccess.com.


Web Site = http://www.foraccess.com

Contact Details = Jennifer Bays
info@foraccess.com
210-614-9911

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