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Writing Winning Grant Proposals
with Frank Burtnett

This course will present strategies that nonprofit organizations can utilize to develop proposals for external funding by foundations, agencies, organizations and corporations. Emphasis will be placed on the identification of the various types of grant makers and the process that must be followed to secure support for new or expanded initiatives. The first two classes will cover the “nuts and bolts” of writing a grant – basic grant development and writing process, followed by the anatomy of a proposal and guidance on how to write your proposal and what to include. There will then be a one-week break during which participants will work on a draft of their proposal, the instructor will be available for consultation via email for this week. For the final class students will bring their draft proposals for review and evaluation by peers and the instructor and learn the next steps for submission. Class will also address submission and follow-up strategies. Class meets for 2 hours/night for the first two classes, 3 hours for the third class. Class does not meet on 9/27. Topics covered include: • Grant makers and funding sources • Learning about grants, contracts and gifts • Terminology and definitions • Grant making in the current economic climate • Resources for grant seekers including national, state and local • Dissecting grant guidelines and request for proposals • Varied methods of grant acquisition – Targeting the right source • Types of projects • Program/project development model • Anatomy of a proposal • Importance of accountability, evaluation and dissemination • Developing a budget • Writing strategies and tips for separating your grant proposal from the competition • Submitting the proposal • Grant proposal as seen by reviewer/evaluator
Captains License Information Night
with John Coffin

Are you interested in obtaining a Captain’s License? Through local instructor John Coffin, the Captain School Key West (CSKW) offers the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV), commonly called the 6-Pack course. Want to learn the differences between the methods of completing the course requirements; Traditional face-to-face Classroom (56 hours), Blended (30 hours online and 28 hours classroom, or the recent Coast Guard Approved Online course? These information sessions will answer those and additional questions you may have about obtaining the license. This information session is free, but please register in advance so the instructor knows how many individuals will be attending.
Will run
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
with Andrew Eckman

Captains License Information Night
with John Coffin

Are you interested in obtaining a Captain’s License? Through local instructor John Coffin, the Captain School Key West (CSKW) offers the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV), commonly called the 6-Pack course. Want to learn the differences between the methods of completing the course requirements; Traditional face-to-face Classroom (56 hours), Blended (30 hours online and 28 hours classroom, or the recent Coast Guard Approved Online course? These information sessions will answer those and additional questions you may have about obtaining the license. This information session is free, but please register in advance so the instructor knows how many individuals will be attending.
Will run
Entrepreneurship Workshop - Starting a Business
with Jim Potter West Bay Rotary

Captain License Course OUPV/Six-Pack Level with Master Upgrade
with John Coffin

This course qualifies students for a Coast Guard license to operate vessels carrying up to six passengers for hire (OUPV). The fee includes access to the Blended OUPV Course using Captain School Key West’s Learning Management System, charts, navigation tools, and the USCG-approved and accepted test. Online 30 hours start on October 5, 2022, and run through November 16, 2022. Students’ progress will be mentored online by the instructor, and students have assignments to complete. During this time, there will be 16 hours of online mentoring and coaching on Zoom, Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Once online requirements are complete, there will be 16 hours of required in-person classroom sessions. The classroom sessions conclude with the administration of the four (4) Coast Guard approved and required examinations.
Standard First Aid, CPR, AED
with Andrew Eckman

Airbnb, How to Open and Run One Well
with Debra Arter
