Berkshire First Five

September 16, 2024

The First Five from Berkshire Funding Focus includes a mix of content for nonprofits, municipalities, schools, and businesses.   See the BFF website for more - or contact kpelto@berkshireplanning.org.

The U.S. Department of Justice's Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants support personnel and/or purchase equipment, supplies, contractual support, training, technical assistance, and information systems for criminal justice or civil proceedings for local governments.

Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Grants offer municipalities and nonprofits funds to build local capacity for urban and community forestry at the local and regional level.

Nonprofit Growth and Sustainability

Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires & Grant Station

Six-part series that offers practical strategies to help organizations manage growth and build sustainability.

Begins on October 7, 2024, with "Should I Hire a Grant Professional or Do it Myself?

Essential Legal Guidance for Your Growing Business

Monday, September 23, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. online

Learn how to navigate the essential types of contracts for small businesses, including service agreements, consulting agreements, and terms and conditions.

Register here.

The Massachusetts Historical Commission seeks public input on the Draft State Historic Preservation Plan 2023-2031 through September 30, 2024.

Berkshire Funding Focus (BFF), a regional initiative housed at BRPC, supports Berkshire County towns, businesses, nonprofits, and schools seeking state and federal funds to aid with recovery and rebuilding efforts. Learn more here: www.berkshirefundingfocus.org.

Have questions? Contact Recovery Grant Specialist Karen Pelto. We look forward to helping you find opportunities and resources that are right for you.

Berkshire Funding Focus

www.berkshirefundingfocus.org