GRANTS MANAGEMENT SERVICES
DC Smith Advisory provides comprehensive grants management services to help organizations navigate the complexities of federal funding. We offer expert support throughout the entire federal grant lifecycle, from pre-award planning to post-award compliance and performance improvement. Our goal is to maximize your organization's success in securing and managing federal grants, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and achieving program objectives.
Grant Guidance
We provide expert guidance on interpreting and applying the complex rules and regulations governing federal grants, including:
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Title 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance): Comprehensive support in understanding and implementing the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
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Agency-Specific Rules and Regulations: Expertise in navigating the specific rules and requirements of various federal agencies.
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Federal Assistance Listing (formerly CFDA): Assistance in identifying and understanding funding opportunities.
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Alignment with Legal Requirements: Ensuring your policies and procedures comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations.
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NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity): Interpreting and understanding the requirements of the NOFO
Fiscal Management
Our fiscal management services are designed to help you effectively manage grant funds and maintain financial compliance:
- Financial Systems: Evaluating and improving your financial systems to meet federal requirements.
- Cost Allowability: Guidance on determining the allowability of costs charged to federal grants.
- Budgets: Developing and managing grant budgets to ensure efficient use of funds.
- Procurement: Ensuring compliance with federal procurement standards.
- Financial Reports: Preparing accurate and timely financial reports for federal agencies.
Grant Awards
We offer comprehensive support throughout the grant award process, from proposal development to award negotiation:
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Pre- and Post-Award Assistance: Support at every stage of the grant lifecycle.
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Proposal Development: Assisting with the preparation of compelling and compliant grant proposals.
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Risk Assessment: Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with grant funding.
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Subaward Management: Ensuring proper oversight of subrecipients.
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Award Negotiation: Assisting with the negotiation of grant award terms and conditions.
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Infrastructure Readiness: Ensuring that your organization has the necessary infrastructure to manage the grant.
Program Management
Our program management services help you maximize the impact of your grant-funded programs:
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Performance Management: Developing and implementing performance management systems to track progress towards program goals.
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Outcome Measurement: Identifying and measuring program outcomes to demonstrate impact.
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Compliance: Ensuring ongoing compliance with federal requirements.
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Performance Auditing: Conducting performance audits to identify areas for improvement.
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Business Process Development: Streamlining business processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
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Reliable Data for Decision-Making: Providing data-driven insights to support informed decision-making.
Sample Work Products
We provide a wide range of tools and resources to support your grants management efforts, including:
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Subrecipient Monitoring Toolkit
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Grant Readiness Questionnaire
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Corrective Action Worksheet
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Monitoring Report Template
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Prior Approval Request Template
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Cost Justification WorksheetGrantra