Nov 13, 2025 3 min read Mastering Control Mapping: Identifying and Preventing Fraud Schemes Learn how to identify fraud schemes like ghost employees, kickbacks, and inflated expenses—and the exact controls that uncover them. This hands-on exercise… Seitu Stephens
Nov 13, 2025 2 min read Transparency and Rapid Response in Evolving Federal Grant Management Federal grant management is undergoing a transformation driven by transparency, data standardization, and rapid emergency response. Recent legislation… Seitu Stephens
Nov 10, 2025 2 min read The Grant Lifecycle: Pre-Award to Close-Out Explore the full lifecycle of federal grants, from initial needs assessments to final close-out procedures. Learn how agencies plan, fund, manage, and evaluate… Seitu Stephens
Nov 7, 2025 3 min read Compliance & the Role and Responsibilities of a Pass-Through Entity Passing federal funds to partners makes your organization a Pasture Entity with serious compliance responsibilities. Learn how proper oversight, documentation… Seitu Stephens
Nov 3, 2025 2 min read Property Disposition Requirements in Federal Grant Closeouts As federal grants conclude, recipients must manage property acquired with federal funds according to strict regulations. Options include retaining, selling… Seitu Stephens
Nov 2, 2025 3 min read Understanding the GAO Green Book & Internal Controls for Grant Managers Learn why the GAO Green Book is essential for anyone managing federal funds, from agencies to nonprofits. Explore how its five components form the backbone of… Seitu Stephens
Nov 1, 2025 1 min read Performance and Financial Reporting Requirements Under Subpart D Discover how sections 328 to 330 of subpart D ensure oversight through detailed performance and financial reporting. Learn the key responsibilities recipients… Seitu Stephens
Oct 28, 2025 2 min read NICRA and Indirect Cost Rates Custom and De Minimis Options Understanding whether to use the 15% de minimis rate or negotiate a NICRA can significantly impact your organization's funding recovery. Learn how a tailored… Seitu Stephens
Oct 26, 2025 3 min read Breaking Down Federal Procurement Standards and Compliance Understanding federal procurement rules is more than just making purchases; it's about documented compliance. This breakdown highlights key sections, common… Seitu Stephens
Oct 26, 2025 3 min read Tracing the Evolution of Federal Grant Management Over the Years From land-grant colleges to performance-driven oversight, federal grant management has come a long way since the 1800s. Discover how key legislation shaped a… Seitu Stephens
Oct 23, 2025 2 min read Remedies for Noncompliance in Federal Awards Federal agencies have several tools to address non-compliance with award terms, ranging from added conditions to full termination. These measures ensure… Seitu Stephens
Oct 22, 2025 2 min read Compliance and Accountability in Federal Award Management After receiving a federal award, recipients must meet strict post-award requirements to ensure compliance and accountability. From performance measurement to… Seitu Stephens
Oct 18, 2025 2 min read Privity and the Role of Pass-Through Entities Understanding privity is critical for managing federal grants, especially under the updated 2 CFR 200 rules. Learn why pass-through entities serve as the vital… Seitu Stephens
Oct 14, 2025 6 min read Evaluating Reasonableness: Key to Federal Grant Compliance Understanding what makes a cost allowable under 2 CFR 200 isn't just about the price; it's about the decisions, documentation, and compliance behind it. Learn… Seitu Stephens
Oct 14, 2025 2 min read Documentation Practices for Federal Award Compliance Auditors want more than receipts; they’re looking for a clear, documented story behind every cost. Learn the key elements your organization must maintain to… Seitu Stephens
Oct 12, 2025 1 min read Accountability and the Evolution of Grant Monitoring Practices Grant monitoring once took a backseat to other administrative tasks, raising concerns in Congress about proper fund use. The introduction of Uniform Grant… Seitu Stephens
Oct 12, 2025 1 min read The Three-Year Record Retention Rule Under 2 CFR 200 Understanding federal grant record retention is all about timing. Learn why the magic number is three and when the countdown begins. Seitu Stephens
Oct 10, 2025 2 min read Roles and Oversight in Federal Fund Management Understanding the distinction between pastoral entities and subrecipients is critical when managing federal funds. Proper oversight, documentation, and… Seitu Stephens
Oct 10, 2025 2 min read Accountability in Federal Fund Procurement Practices Federal procurement rules ensure transparency, fairness, and responsible use of funds. Learn how states, tribes, and recipients must follow specific standards… Seitu Stephens
Oct 10, 2025 1 min read Federal Fund Distribution From Congress to Beneficiaries Discover how federal funding flows from congressional appropriation to the final beneficiaries through a structured series of allotments. Learn why… Seitu Stephens
