Calendar of Events and Training Opportunities
| August 5 | Formal Procurement This training will provide Tribes and TDHEs with a better understanding of Formal Procurement methods and how to implement them. The training will discuss: types of Formal Procurement (sealed bids and proposals), components of each type, and ways to improve response rates. |
| August 7-8 | Grant Writing This 2-day training will provide attendees with a guide to the basics of grant writing. This training will discuss the steps for successful grant writing from getting organized, finding funding sources, and writing the proposal. The training will also review the essential components for grant writing and best practices for a strong proposal process. When: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time |
| August 11-15 | Pathways Home Train the Trainer Become certified as a Pathways Home instructor at this popular Train-the-Trainer event in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico. Join the ranks of Tribal housing professionals already certified to promote and instruct the dream of homeownership in Tribal communities. |
| August 12-13 | Maintenance Management Training Developing a productive and successful maintenance department occurs out-of-sight of hammers, paint brushes, and other equipment. This 2-day in-person training will examine some of the less hands-on aspects of maintenance, repair, and upgrades, and cover topics such as policies, procurement, inspections, and work order systems. In addition, we will discuss how the funding landscape for repairs and improvements, especially those related to "reducing housing-related health risks," has changed during the pandemic and how you can create effective plans for addressing and improving your housing stock. The training serves as a precursor to the standard hands-on maintenance training. When |
| August 12-13 | Grant Writing This 2-day training will provide attendees with a guide to the basics of grant writing. This training will discuss the steps for successful grant writing from getting organized, finding funding sources, and writing the proposal. The training will also review the essential components for grant writing and best practices for a strong proposal process. When: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central Time |
| August 13-14 | Intermediate Financial Management This 3-day training will discuss the application of governmental GAAP and strong financial management and internal control systems to successfully administer NAHASDA funds. The training will provide attendees with an understanding of fund types, basics of accounting, differences between Governmental Fund versus Proprietary Fund Accounting and financial statement components. It will emphasize the Tribe/TDHE’s role in compliance of NAHASDA program specific financial activities on IHP budget planning and analyses, treatment of program income, investment of IHBG grant funds, financial reporting on the APR, and monitoring. |
| August 19 | Formal Procurement This 2-day training will provide attendees with a guide to the basics of grant writing. This training will discuss the steps for successful grant writing from getting organized, finding funding sources, and writing the proposal. The training will also review the essential components for grant writing and best practices for a strong proposal process. When: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central Time |
| August 20-21 | Strategic Planning This 2-day training will provide attendees with step-by-step instructions on how to successfully manage a strategic planning process. Trainers will walk through the best practices, processes, and procedures of developing and implementing a Strategic Housing Plan. This training will also use case studies and exercises to walk attendees through the creation of a strategic plan from partnership building and stakeholder involvement and outreach, to the variety of community assessment tools and elements critical to a successful and flexible plan. When: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time |
| August 21-22 | Contract Administration and Procurement This 2-day training will provide knowledge and understanding to attendees so they are able to conduct efficient and effective procurement and contract management that complies with HUD and other funding source requirements. Training topics will range from careful preplanning and the basics of purchasing to unique factors in tribal housing purchasing, the practical how-to's of procurement planning and policy development, as well as specific regional issues. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on group exercises that are designed to turn theoretical knowledge into daily practice. When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Pacific Time |
| August 26-27 | Strategic Planning When: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time |
| August 27-28 | Program Income Training This 2-day training will provide an understanding of the fundamentals of program income under NAHSADA. The training is intended as an introduction for participants that want to review the requirements for managing program income and/or adapt their process for effective use of program income. Additionally, this training will show participants how to calculate program income as well as include a discussion on strategies for aggregating program income. When |
| September 9-10 | SPONAP NAHASDA Intermediate This training will provide attendees with comprehensive information regarding NAHASDA. Participants will become familiar with all program activities, including rental housing, homebuyer programs, rehabilitation, and housing and crime prevention services. This foundational course will acquaint tribal and TDHE staff with the basic requirements of the IHBG Program and opportunities that are available. When: Register Now |
| September 16-18 | SPONAP Environmental Review This training provides Indian tribes, including Native Alaskan villages, and tribally designated housing entities (TDHEs) with specific instructions and guidelines for carrying out the environmental review process according to 24 CFR Part 58: Environmental Review Procedures for Entities Assuming HUD Environmental Responsibilities. Environmental reviews are required for all HUD-assisted projects or activities and must be completed prior to construction or commitment of any HUD funds. When: |
| September 23-24 | Basic Financial Management This 2-day training will provide an orientation to basic standards of accounting and GAAP and implementation of a strong financial management systems to comply with the general provisions of 2 CFR Part 200.302 Financial Management, as well as compliance with the NAHASDA statutes and regulations. The training will discuss each component of §200.302(b) to provide participants with the basic knowledge to properly administer NAHASDA and the IHBG program. When: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time |
| September 23-25 | NWONAP Environmental Review This training provides Indian tribes, including Native Alaskan villages, and tribally designated housing entities (TDHEs) with specific instructions and guidelines for carrying out the environmental review process according to 24 CFR Part 58: Environmental Review Procedures for Entities Assuming HUD Environmental Responsibilities. Environmental reviews are required for all HUD-assisted projects or activities and must be completed prior to construction or commitment of any HUD funds. When: |
| November 4-6 | EWONAP Environmental Review This training provides Indian tribes, including Native Alaskan villages, and tribally designated housing entities (TDHEs) with specific instructions and guidelines for carrying out the environmental review process according to 24 CFR Part 58: Environmental Review Procedures for Entities Assuming HUD Environmental Responsibilities. Environmental reviews are required for all HUD-assisted projects or activities and must be completed prior to construction or commitment of any HUD funds. When: |