Government Grant News
McAuliffe’s Administration Plans to Increase State Monies in Order to Bring Businesses to Virginia and Increase Tourism Dollars Spent
In last Friday’s speech at the Virginia Economic Summit at the Williamsburg Lodge, the state’s governor, Terry McAuliffe said his administration plans to increase state monies in order to lure…
FAFSA Now Available – Apply Before the 2014 FAFSA Deadline
Important news for high school seniors and their parents: the 2014 FAFSA application is now available. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the starting point for receiving…
Governor Bob McDonnell Announces $859,406 Grant for the Disabled
Governor Bob McDonnell announced Thursday that $859,406 will be coming to the state of Virginia to help those with developmental, as well as other, disabilities. Leveraging over $300,000 in state,…
Public Safety Grant Implemented In San Diego
The Department of Homeland Security, as part of the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant Program awarded the San Diego region $16.9 million in grant funds that will be implemented…
Only $17M of Available Education Grants Awarded in New York
Only a relatively small amount of students benefited from competitive grants given by the State of New York, according to information collected from a report which says Gov. Cuomo’s plans…
Paul Ryan’s New Budget Includes Freezing Pell Grants
Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis) presented his 2014 budget framework, entitled “Path to Prosperity.” One of the most controversial proposals in his budget plan is one that should worry current and…
Cuts to Financial Aid Pushing More Students Into Debt
Millions of dollars were cut from several different financial aid programs used by college students, as the sequester took effect on Friday. This could have an impact on many institutions…
Early Education Grants Backed by Senate
After Tuesday’s Senate vote, parents may be able to put their kids in school before kindergarten. Although the measure goes against committee recommendations, Senate Bill 2229 was passed 35 to…