Past Events

Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) Training Webinars

Webinar 2 – QAPP Examples and Guidance Thursday, October 3, 2024, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
This webinar goes into more depth than Webinar 1 and will provide guidance and examples of QAPPs for three types of activities: Primary Data Collection, Secondary Data Use and Model Development. The training will also provide QAPP templates and resources for each QAPP type

Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) Training Webinars

Webinar 1 – QAPP 101 Thursday, September 26, 2024, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
This webinar will focus on QAPP basics, including their purpose when QAPPs are required, and what they need to include. It will also provide guidance on how to develop scopes and budgets for projects that need a QAPP.

LISCIF 2025 Informational Webinar

Are you interested in learning more about the application process or LISCIF? Check out our webinar led by RAE staff on tips for applying.

LISCIF Reporting

• Slide Deck from your training
• Workbook from your training

• Clarifying Responsibilities with MOCHA
• Making MOCHA Work for You (Videos)
• Delegation Worksheet (for project leaders and managers)
• Getting Aligned Worksheet (for staff and team members)
• Project Plan Template and Sample (includes Gantt sample)

• Conspire and Align: A New Approach to Management
• Using Choice Points to Advance Racial Equity and Inclusion
• “That’s how we’ve always done it!” (A guide to using PTR)
• How to Manage Work Without Formal Authority
• Using Sphere of Control to Build Resilience

• Know Your Rights sessions alignment video

Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund’s Annual Learning Exchange

Description: The Annual Learning Exchange will bring together organizations and partners working on environmental justice projects within the Long Island Sound region. Organizations will participate in workshops focused on their project to directly apply skills learned directly. This event will provide an opportunity for regional organizations, working on the ground, to network, strengthen ties, and collaborate moving forward. This event will be a knowledge and tech share of projects within a collaborative framework.
Location: CUNY Graduate Center
Date/Time: June 27, 2024 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Facilitator: Shahela Begum

Please take a few minutes to fill out this questionnaire and let us know how next year’s gathering can be improved: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AnnualLearningExchange

Hiring & Retention 

Description: Explore best practices to secure ideal candidates for your project. Learn how to create job descriptions, set a living wage, and recruit for your next hire. What are the best ways to retain qualified employees? Learn more about team building and organizational success by attending this webinar!
Platform: Zoom
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, 10-11:30 am, 90 minutes 
Facilitator: Leah Weiner

Procurements & Record-keeping  

Description: Learn how to procure services for your project using federal regulations and guidelines. As you manage a federal grant, learn about record-keeping requirements and best practices for a successful grant period.
Platform: Zoom
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, 1-2:30 pm, 90 minutes 
Facilitator: Brian Tipton

Fundraising

Description: Explore various fundraising routes for your organization. From the planning of in-person events to engaging social media, the opportunities are endless. Learn how to successfully get your mission statement across to community members and elected officials. As opportunities arise for environmental justice, learn how you can capture these resources. 
Platform: Zoom/Webinar 
Date/Time: February 15, 2024, 2-3 Eastern 
Facilitator: Connor Yakaitis

Grant Writing Assistance: Reviewing LISCIF Full Proposal Requirements

Description: Reviewing requirements for the Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund full proposal. Troubleshooting any questions or concerns applicants may have with the process. Ensuring the project narrative is strong, there is clear alignment with the CCMP, and the budget template is filled out. 
Platform: Zoom/Webinar
Date/Time: January 25 2024, 3:30-4:30 Eastern
Facilitator: Connor Yakaitis

Project Design & Building Partnerships

Description: Prospective applicants will learn about the program priorities for the Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund. Case studies of each program priority will be reviewed to gain insight into future proposal ideas. Applicants will have the opportunity to receive feedback for project eligibility prior to the official release of the RFA. Learn about building partnerships and collaborating with regional partners.
Platform: Zoom/Webinar 
Date/Time: September 19, 2023, 1 – 2 pm 
Facilitator: Shahela Begum + Alex Rodriguez  

Grant Writing: How to Write a Strong Narrative

Description: Applicants will learn strategies in writing a strong narrative for the Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund. In conjunction with the RFA webinars, get a clear understanding of what is required in a narrative statement. Learn to effectively communicate your organization’s mission and project proposal. 
Platform: Zoom/Webinar
Date/Time: October 12, 2023, 2 – 3 pm 
Facilitator: Connor Yakaitis

Budgeting & Staffing: How to Ensure the Project is Financially Viable  

Description: Learn ways to budget a solid project proposal. Identify staff, partners, and/or contractors needed to have a successful project. Analyze costs and learn to fill out necessary budget templates accurately. 
Platform: Zoom/Webinar
Date/Time: October 16, 2023, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 
Facilitator: Sara Smith 

Budgeting Q&A Session

Description: The Budgeting Q&A Session will review the budget template needed for the Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund application. Applicants will have the opportunity to seek clarification for any confusion during the application process and ask questions about budgeting. 
Platform: Zoom/Webinar
Date/Time: November 13, 2023, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 
Facilitator: Sara Smith