Articles by Tim Francis

Webcast, Webcasts April 5, 2023

Funding for School and Campus Safety 2023

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 9:30 PT / 10:30 MT / 11:30 CT / 12:30 ET

Improving security at schools and on school grounds through the use of evidence-based technology is a primary mission in our society. There are funding streams available in the federal government which can be used for school and campus safety, but understanding the process of how to apply for grants and determining how to best leverage these funds may seem daunting. Public Sector Grants (PSG) is here to help demystify the process and provide invaluable assistance. Join us as we delve into FY 2023 COPS – School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) and FY 2023 BJA’s STOP School Violence Program. Kamala Kuhn, Director of Grants Assistance at PSG will provide insight into key requirements of these grants, how they have can be applied, vital deadlines, and much more!

We welcome members of governments at the local, state, federal, and federally recognized tribal nations; public, private, independent, and tribal school districts; members of public safety; and those serving in fields related to improving efforts to reduce violent crimes in and around schools.

Our presenters include:

Kamala Kuhn, Director of Grants Assistance, Public Sector Grants

Jackie Von Schmidt, Lead Product Management & Development • FirstNet, AT&T

Joshua Yeager, Sales Executive Sr Specialist • Integrated Solutions & Consulting, AT&T

Webcast, Webcasts October 21, 2022

LEVERAGING GRANTS and STIMULUS DOLLARS FOR EMERGENCY AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS SOLUTIONS

The live webinar will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 9:30 AM PDT/10:30 MDT/11:30 CDT/ 12:30 EDT. This webinar is for your organization if you are interested in learning about how to apply for and win public safety grants. Join Kamala Kuhn, Grant Specialist with Public Sector Grants, as she reviews and demystifies how your organization can leverage grants and stimulus dollars for communications solutions.

Webcast, Webcasts October 20, 2022

Leveraging Grants and Stimulus Funds for School and Campus Safety Solutions

The live webinar will be held on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 9:30 AM PDT/10:30 MDT/11:30 CDT/ 12:30 EDT. This webinar is for your organization if you are interested in learning about how to apply for and win public safety grants. Join Kamala Kuhn, Grant Specialist with Public Sector Grants, as she reviews and demystifies how your organization can leverage grants and stimulus dollars for communications solutions.

News January 7, 2021

Why Cell Networks Cut Out at the US Capitol Riot

As the mob descended on the US Capitol complex yesterday, did law enforcement jam cell signals to thwart communication? No, the networks were probably just overwhelmed. The cops’ phones all keep working because they’re on a special part of the AT&T network called FirstNet, which gives priority to first responders. Heavy FirstNet usage would slightly reduce civilian device capacity at that location, though, because FirstNet comes first.

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Webcast, Webcasts May 18, 2020

HOW TO SURVIVE AUDITS OF FEDERAL FUNDS (PART III)

The live webinar was held on Wednesday, June 3 at 9:30 Pacific/10:30 Mountain/ 11:30 Central/12:30 Eastern. Join to have your burning questions answered by federal grant specialist, Kamala Kuhn. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn in an intimate setting all you need to know to survive an audit of federal funds!

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Webcast, Webcasts May 11, 2020

UNDERSTANDING THE FEMA PUBLIC ASSISTANCE (PA) “PROJECT WORKSHEET (PW)” PROCESS (PART II)

The live webinar was held on Wednesday, May 27 at 9:30 Pacific/10:30 Mountain/11:30 Central/12:30 Eastern. Join to have your burning questions answered by federal grant specialist, Kamala Kuhn. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn in an intimate setting all you need to know about FEMA’s Public Assistance program, project management and completion, and the related paperwork.

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Webcast, Webcasts April 14, 2020

How the CARES Act & Public Assistance can support Healthcare and Medical Entities

Wednesday, April 29, 2020
9:30 a.m. Pacific/10:30 Mountain/11:30 Central/12:30 Eastern
In the midst of COVID-19 crisis, agencies are seeking stimulus and disaster funds to support systems sustainability, response to, and recovery from the impacts of the Coronavirus. Join us to learn about the CARES Act and Public Assistance (PA) and how it can assist healthcare and medical entities.

Grants, Webcast, Webcasts February 24, 2020

Using Federal Grants to Fund FirstNet Projects for Law Enforcement

Wednesday, March 4, 2020 9:30 PST, 10:30 MST. 11:30 CST, 12:30 EST | Understanding the process and requirements for federal grants can be complex. This webinar is specially tailored for the needs of law enforcement seeking federal grants for FirstNet communications projects. In this webinar, guidance is provided on available grants, understanding the process of grant application development, the grant cycle, and other vital resources and steps needed in applying for grants.

Grants, Webcast, Webcasts February 18, 2020

Using Federal Grants to Fund FirstNet Projects for Fire & EMS Agencies

Wednesday, February 26, 2020 9:30 PST, 10:30 MST. 11:30 CST, 12:30 EST | Understanding the process and requirements for federal grants can be complex. This webinar is specially tailored for the needs of fire and EMS agencies seeking federal grants for FirstNet communications projects. In this webinar, guidance is provided on available grants, understanding the process of grant application development, the grant cycle, and other vital resources and steps needed in applying for grants.

Grants, Webcast, Webcasts February 3, 2020

Using Federal Grants to Fund FirstNet Projects

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:30 PST, 10:30 MST. 11:30 CST, 12:30 EST | In this webinar, guidance is provided on available grants for FirstNet communications projects, understanding the process of grant application development, the grant cycle, and other vital resources and steps needed in applying for grants.