WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 17, 2014 – (RealEstateRama) — On April 14, 2013, the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (DOL-VETS) announced the availability of up to $6 million to fund 24 or more Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) grants. Approximately 2,000 veterans will receive job training and related services to help them succeed in civilian careers. HVRP is the only federal program that focuses exclusively on the employment of veterans who are homeless. Funds will be awarded on a competitive basis to state and local workforce investment boards; local public agencies; and nonprofit organizations, including faith-based and community organizations. HVRP applications are due May 13, 2014.
The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (NCHV) will hold two separate teleconferences to provide information on the Solicitation for Grant Applications (SGA) and HVRP. The first teleconfernece (April 21) will be for new applicants, and the second teleconference (April 23) will be for returning applicants and existing grantees.
Please see below for teleconference descriptions and registration information — each call is targeted to a different audience.
“HVRP Program and Application: New Applicants”
Monday, April 21, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. EDT
“HVRP Program and Application: Returning Applicants and HVRP Staff”
Wednesday, April 23, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. EDT
1. HVRP Program and Application: New Applicants
On Monday, April 21, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. EDT, NCHV will host a teleconference on the HVRP program and application process for new applicants. This introductory teleconference will focus on the objectives of HVRP, critical components of successful programs, and application requirements. Baylee Crone, NCHV Vice President of Operations and Programs, will lead this discussion.
Participants in this training are seeking an introduction to HVRP and to the application process and will likely include:
- Applicants that have not previously been awarded HVRP funds
- New applicants that have not previously applied for HVRP funds
- New staff members of current HVRP grantees
- Partners of HVRP programs, including SSVF, GPD, CoC grantees, and others
TO REGISTER FOR CALL #1: Please send the following information to ">
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2. HVRP Program and Application: Returning Applicants and HVRP Staff
On Wednesday, April 23, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. EDT, NCHV will host a teleconference on the HVRP program and application process, focusing primarily on the changes to the SGA, for returning applicants and current grantees. This teleconference will give an overview of the necessary program components and application requirements. Baylee Crone, NCHV Vice President of Operations and Programs, will lead this discussion.
Participants in this training are seeking clarification on changes and program requirements and will include:
- Organizations with previous HVRP experience seeking updates on the program
- Current grantees that are re-applying as first year programs (after third year funding)
- Current grantees that will be re-applying as first year programs in the next 2 years
- American Job Center staff members interested in learning about possible service impacts
TO REGISTER FOR CALL #2: Please send the following information to ">
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