Aug 4, 2025 1 min read Ensuring Accountability in Federal Grant Management Federal grant funding exceeds a trillion dollars annually, demanding increased transparency and accountability. Learn how oversight agencies and grant managers… Seitu Stephens
Aug 2, 2025 2 min read Key Practices for Federal Grant Record Retention Proper record retention is more than a paperwork chore; it's vital for federal grants compliance and audit readiness. Learn which documents to keep, how long to… Seitu Stephens
Aug 1, 2025 2 min read The Impact of Uniform Guidance in Transforming Federal Grants Discover how the introduction of the Uniform Guidance in 2014 revolutionized federal grants management. This sweeping reform unified decades of fragmented… Seitu Stephens
Aug 1, 2025 6 min read Transforming Federal Grant Management Through Key Policies Explore how landmark policies like the DATA Act and OMB Uniform Guidance transformed federal grant management. From transparency to performance-based oversight… Seitu Stephens
Jul 28, 2025 5 min read Strengthening Compliance: Financial Management Controls Strong internal controls are essential for federal grant compliance but often fail in execution. Learn how proper segregation of duties, approval workflows… Seitu Stephens
Jul 27, 2025 5 min read Detecting and Preventing Grant Fraud in Post-Award Processes Grant fraud thrives after funds are awarded, with risks like cost misallocation, false reporting, and procurement abuses. Learn how weak controls during… Seitu Stephens
Jul 26, 2025 2 min read Mastering Transaction Analysis for Improved Grant Management Mastering transaction analysis is essential for grant managers facing audits. Learn the four critical steps to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and strengthen… Seitu Stephens
Jul 25, 2025 1 min read Pre-Award Requirements Under 2 CFR 200 Subpart C Discover the key pre-award requirements outlined in 2 CFR 200 Subpart C, covering sections 200 to 218. Learn how this crucial administrative phase shapes the… Seitu Stephens
Jul 18, 2025 5 min read Tracing the Evolution of Federal Grant Management and Key Laws Discover the landmark laws that transformed federal grants from fragmented systems into a transparent, standardized process. Learn how decades-old reforms… Seitu Stephens
Jul 18, 2025 2 min read Allowability of Selected Cost Items Under 2 CFR 200 Navigate the complexities of federal grant spending with guidance from the Selected Items of Cost in 2 CFR. Learn how to determine whether expenses are… Seitu Stephens
Jul 15, 2025 2 min read Insurance and Property Management Requirements for Federal Awards Insurance and property management are essential for recipients of federal awards to ensure compliance and protect federal investments. Learn how proper… Seitu Stephens
Jul 13, 2025 5 min read Uncovering Procurement Fraud: A Deep Dive into Detection Tactics Learn how to spot procurement fraud using the same investigative techniques as federal auditors and grant monitors. This hands-on exercise equips you to detect… Seitu Stephens
Jul 9, 2025 1 min read Classification of Subrecipients and Contractors in Federal Awards Understanding the difference between subrecipients and contractors for managing federal awards responsibly. Proper classification ensures compliance with… Seitu Stephens
Jul 4, 2025 2 min read Oversight and Support in Federal Grant Management Federal grant management plays a vital role in ensuring taxpayer dollars are used effectively, transparently, and in alignment with program goals. Through… Seitu Stephens
Jul 3, 2025 1 min read Addressing Noncompliance in Federal Awards and Available Remedies When federal award recipients or sub-recipients fail to meet compliance standards, swift action is required. Discover the key remedies agencies can use to… Seitu Stephens
Jul 2, 2025 1 min read Understanding Allocability and Fair Cost Sharing for Federal Awards Understanding allocability ensures federal funds are used fairly and proportionally. Learn how proper cost allocation supports compliance, accuracy, and… Seitu Stephens
Jul 1, 2025 2 min read Key Provisions for Federal Award Management Discover the key provisions that help ensure federal grant funds are used responsibly and in compliance with program goals. From bonds and cost sharing to… Seitu Stephens
Jun 28, 2025 1 min read Direct and Indirect Costs in Project Management Understand the critical differences between direct and indirect costs and how they impact project budgeting. Learn how proper cost classification and allocation… Seitu Stephens
Jun 28, 2025 2 min read Federal Grant Types: Discretionary vs. Mandatory Learn the key differences between discretionary and mandatory federal grants and how they are awarded. Learn how agencies determine recipients and funding… Seitu Stephens
Jun 19, 2025 1 min read Fixed Amount Subawards and Federal Fund Distribution Fixed amount subawards offer a streamlined way for pass-through entities to distribute up to $500,000 in federal funds based on deliverables. This funding… Seitu Stephens
