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Live, 3 Day Federal Grants Management Training
Full of updates on the current state of grants, attestations, terminations, and much more
A three-day overview of the federal grants system, covering everything from the legal underpinnings of the system, through cost allowability and allocation, to procurement, subaward requirements, property management, audit resolution, and more.
This program of instruction is led by attorneys from the firm's Federal Grants practice group, who leverage their backgrounds and experience in areas of law critical to federal programs to convey both clear explanations of legal requirements and practical assessments of risk areas and best practices. In our three days together, our instructors provide in-depth information, building from an overview of the system and of each key compliance area, to discussion of fundamental regulatory language, to analysis of compliance measures and best practices in light of common federal awarding agency practices.
Our goal, whether you are new to federal awards and in need of a thorough overview or an experienced grants manager looking for a next-level understanding of the grants system, is that you leave with more knowledge than you came and that the knowledge be actionable. At this highly interactive and at times humorous training event, you'll have plenty of opportunities for discussion with our faculty and should leave with no question unanswered.
Included in Your Registration:
- Three days of education sessions focused on federal grants
- Networking opportunities with the trainers and your peers from across the country
- Q&A with attorneys who provide counsel and advice to federal grants recipients
- Meals:
- Coffee, tea, and pastries each morning
- Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday
- Morning and afternoon coffee and tea breaks
Target Audience
Grant Professionals including:
- Executive Leadership including CEOs, CFOs and COOs
- Grant Specialists and Administrators
- Finance Department Personnel involved in Budgeting and Funds Management
- Grant Managers
- Program Officers
- Grant Officers
- Auditors
The training is suited to recipients managing grants in any federal grant program as well as personnel from nonprofits, local governments, institutions of higher education and state governments.
Learning Objectives
After this training, you will be able to:
- Understand the federal financial assistance system underlying all grant awards
- Discuss the specific regulatory requirements applicable to key areas of federal grant management, regardless of program
- Describe the core concepts of financial management and cost allocation, and how to apply them
- Identify the major requirements of the Uniform Guidance, including procurement standards, subrecipient management requirements, and the allowable costs/ cost allocation system – as well as implementation strategies for each
Course summary
- 14.25 Certificate of Attendance
- 16.60 CPE
Agenda
Tuesday, April 13 | |
| 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. | Keeping Your Grant Promises: How Can You Spend the Money? |
| 10:30 – 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. | Clocking In: The Importance of Time & Effort |
| 11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | The Real Cost of Support: Indirect Costs |
| 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. | When Costs Get Complicated |
| 2:15 – 2:30 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30 – 4:15 p.m. | Is the Price Right? Procurement With Your Grant Money |
| 4:15 – 4:30 p.m. | Q&A |
Wednesday, April 14 | |
| 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. | Did you Read the Fine Print? Understanding Your Grant Agreement |
| 10:30 – 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | It’s Closing Time: Closeout, Carryover, and No Cost Extensions |
| 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. | Who’s the Boss? Subrecipient Relationships and Pass-Through Entity Responsibilities |
| 2:15 – 2:30 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | What’s Yours Is Mine: Federal Interest, Program Income, and Cost Share/Match |
| 3:30 – 4:15 p.m. | Setting up Guardrails: Internal Controls |
| 4:15 – 4:30 p.m. | Q&A |
Thursday, April 15 | |
| 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. | Appearances Do Matter: Conflicts of Interest |
| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. | Ask Permission, Not Forgiveness: Prior Approvals |
| 10:30 – 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Hot Topics in Grants: Cajun Style |
| 12:15 – 12:30 p.m. | Wrap-Up and Q&A |
The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista has a discounted room block for training attendees at a room rate of $199 per night plus taxes (currently 12.5% including occupancy tax) and applicable fees.
For reservations, contact the hotel at (877)-504-0221 and request the Feldesman group rate, or book through this link. The room block cutoff is March 8, 2027. Feldesman cannot guarantee the availability of a hotel room after the cut-off date or after the specially rated block has been filled - whichever comes first.
Valet parking is currently priced at $48 plus tax per night per vehicle. For more information about park1ing, hotel shuttles, and transportation, visit the hotel website.
Travel
The hotel is located 17 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO). For airport and ground transportation information, click here.
Note the following:
Feldesman Training Solutions is not liable for any cancellation or early departure fees. Any reservation changes or cancellations must be made by the attendee directly with the hotel. To avoid cancellation and/or early departure fees, all changes and/or cancellations must be made more than 72 hours before the check-in date. Please review the hotel's cancellation policies for more information.
Phillip A. Escoriaza
Phillip Escoriaza is a Partner in the firm’s Federal Grants and Health Care practice groups. A native of Puerto Rico, Phillip’s bilingual, nationwide practice serves non-profit organizations, municipalities, local government agencies, and other federal grantees. Prior to joining the firm, Phillip ran a practice from San Juan which spanned corporate, business, public policy, government and contract law, and included contested matters and appeals before state and federal courts. [Full Bio]
Ted Waters
Ted Waters serves as Managing Partner of the firm and a member of the Federal Grants and Health Care practice groups. Ted’s vast experience in financial, cost reporting, reimbursement and administrative issues is widely recognized, and he routinely handles challenging issues for clients such as government audits, internal investigations and litigation. [Full Bio]
Participants can earn up to 16.60 CPE credits in Specialized Knowledge upon completion of all course requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Prerequisites: None
- Target Audience: Executive Leadership including CEOs, CFOs and COOs, Grant Specialists and Administrators, Finance Department Personnel involved in Budgeting and Funds Management, Grant Managers, Program Officers, Grant Officers, and Auditors
- Advanced Preparation: None
- Program Level: All
- Formal Learning Program: Group
- Location: Orlando, FL/Online
Feldesman LLP is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website www.nasbaregistry.org (formerly www.learningmarket.org).
Available Credit
- 14.25 Certificate of Attendance
- 16.60 CPE
Price
Training is Not Recorded
This training will not be recorded for later viewing, as we would like attendees to be comfortable and candid, sharing their experiences and asking scenario-based questions. The discourse between the attorneys and participants is a valued part of each training.
Registration Fees
In-Person Registration | ||
Early Registration (Through December 6, 2026) | Regular Registration (December 7, 2026 to March 6, 2027) | Late Registration (March 7, 2027 or Later) |
| $1,499 | $1,599 | $1,699 |
Group Discounts
Bring your team! Discounts are available for groups of three (3) or more individuals from the same organization. Please contact us to process your registration.
Groups of 3 - 6 | Groups of 7 - 10 | Groups of 11 - 15 | Over 15 attendees |
| 10% off each registration | 15% off Each registration | 20% off each registration | Call us! |
Registration Includes
- Electronic materials
- CPE credit, subject to meeting all requirements
- Meals:
- Coffee, tea, and pastries each morning
- Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday
- Morning and afternoon coffee and tea breaks
Registration Instructions
Each registration must be in the name of the individual(s) who will attend. This allows us to communicate important course information to the actual attendee(s), add training materials and handouts to the right account, and properly assign certificates of attendance or CPE credits.
To register for this training:
- For yourself: login to your account and register with your personal information
- For someone else: login with the ATTENDEE’S login information or create an account for the ATTENDEE and register from the ATTENDEE's account
- For a group: email [email protected] to complete group registration
If you encounter problems or have questions contact us.
Payment Policy
We accept the following forms of payment: American Express, Mastercard, Visa, ACH, PayPal, electronic check, and check. For information about the methods of payment we accept, please review our Payment FAQs.
Refunds/Cancellations/Transfers
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