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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><span style="background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNjA2LjY3MDQ1NTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNjA2LjY3MDQ1NTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzExNDgxOCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26119%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rural-design.org%2Fapply&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7Cdff7a9ab2efb44f000df08d6ea9de712%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636954361248542589&sdata=Xbw3kuFUr%2F7VHJMJwPBTOpxE4dgov2AbLp0VZUQwGKA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Citizens'
Institute on Rural Design</span></b></a></span><u><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> <br>
</span></u><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">National Endowment for the Arts’ Housing Assistance Council offers opportunities that connect rural communities to design resources,
enabling communities to act on ideas for improvements to a community’s streets, buildings, public spaces, or landscapes to address the specific physical, environmental, social, and economic challenges facing rural areas. <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Application
Deadline: July 22, 2019.</span></strong><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">Rural LISC</span></strong><span class="m-1745518316881627579font-avenir"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> (Local
Initiatives Support Corporation) created the Community Facilities Fund to provide capital to help develop and improve essential community facilities in rural areas. Rural LISC utilizes this fund to provide permanent and construction-to-permanent financing
for rural community facilities, including health care centers, hospitals, educational facilities, and other nonprofit and public facilities in rural communities with populations under 20,000. </span></span><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">Deadline</span></strong><span class="m-1745518316881627579font-avenir"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">:
ongoing. Click </span></span><span style="background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jiyksuy-jyhjmudc-r%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C8b5936034ced4d20336808d6e81b1136%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636951600295871235&sdata=gauDNgcX3RfNoXZGoVT4Gw4%2FP3HaaGd%2FXo5T9EEW8yY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#2EB1D1;text-decoration:none">here</span></strong></a></span><span class="m-1745518316881627579font-avenir"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> for
more information.</span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design, a Program of the National Endowment for the Arts</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> </span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">has
issued a Request for Host Applicants. This is an opportunity to host a leadership initiative and/or participate in a learning cohort that connects rural communities to design resources, enabling communities to act on ideas for improvements to a community’s
streets, buildings, public spaces, or landscapes to address the specific physical, environmental, social, and economic challenges facing rural areas. <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Deadline to apply: 7/22/2019</span></strong>. Click </span><span style="background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jiyksuy-jyhjmudc-n%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C8b5936034ced4d20336808d6e81b1136%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636951600295921207&sdata=wRXmNir%2BMxrbjcJFMLf0DAQsyucuv%2FMsPKsaI%2FBl2a0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#2EB1D1;text-decoration:none">here</span></a></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> to
review application guidelines.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">New Classroom Supply Grants for Visual and Performing Arts
</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">A new Oklahoma Arts Council grant program will help Oklahoma teachers buy supplies for their visual and performing arts classrooms. Beginning September 1, eligible schools statewide
can apply for up to $500 in funding for qualifying materials through </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fxetmtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653835789&sdata=MD4gS7VAWstEr7xCcQR8pKaWw5QOhnFps32QxbiFaxk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Classroom
Supply Grants for Visual and Performing Arts</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">. The new grant program is being offered in response to feedback from teachers, administrators, and others education leaders across Oklahoma.
Applications will be available September 1. The deadline to submit an application will be November 1.
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">Oklahoma Humanities Grants Available
</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323">Oklahoma Humanities has announced </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fdf8mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653915738&sdata=fBCuSE7t1RGy%2F%2FKjqjQC89878Bt7PDHXyKUJ3vxZ%2BmU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">grant
opportunities</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323"> through two of its funding programs. Arts organizations with programs featuring qualifying humanities components are encouraged to learn more. Major Grants offer up to $8,500. Challenge
Grants offer up to $15,000 in matching funds. Eligible projects must explore culture and history, diversity, current events, issues of civics or justice, or other areas within Oklahoma Humanities' categories. A mandatory draft for grant applications is due
August 1. </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Ft78mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653915738&sdata=cpa9prrBpFKUHIxEUth4CbjTwUs%2BR2zISD2HsQ4Mo3k%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Visit
the Oklahoma Humanities grants page for information</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">OAAE Offering Professional Learning Grants for Teachers</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323">Financial assistance from the Oklahoma Alliance for Arts Education (OAAE) is available for teachers who are interested in attending state or national conferences for professional development. OAAE's
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2F9z9mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653925733&sdata=F75%2F9xpADuSh6E36lNyKfDowbI9vvycR3DEVyvvP9e8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Professional
Learning Grant</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323"> provides up to $500 and may be awarded to applicants to attend approved state or national conferences related to music, dance, drama/theatre, or visual art. Teachers must hold full-time
a position and be certified in Oklahoma in music, art, drama/speech/debate, or dance.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fpsantl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653925733&sdata=6AB9vyHAPKsZBby09cW3Hio7xPGuplQz50jAVSNm%2B8c%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Apply
for an OAAE Professional Learning Grant</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#011323">.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">Luce Indigenous Knowledge Fellowship</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">The Luce Foundation is partnering with First Nations Development Institute in launching the </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2F5kbntl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653925733&sdata=Xs0L744PatmzsKAG2XJSKl9u37SJeRzwDYv7RGVbKLE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Luce
Indigenous Knowledge Fellowship</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">. The program will award $50,000 to Native Americans engaged in meaningful work benefiting Indigenous people and communities. The fellowship involves a
12-month, self-directed enrichment program. Fellows will gather three times during the year to pool their collective knowledge. Submission deadline is September 13.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fldcntl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653935726&sdata=gnTtPoV2NE1Q5CmkfRGf4%2B%2BWY%2FdQ9n3K%2F4p%2FDnWnyKA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Download
a fellowship application here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">Fellowship for Artists Working in New Surrealism</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">Painters living in the United States who work in the New Surrealist style can apply for a $5,000 fellowship being administered by the New York Foundation for the Arts. The </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2F15cntl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653935726&sdata=pFVYbCaUCASmflr1sp11Ukq%2FqKko%2BOD8%2B1SbLhpAsa8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">Recharge
Foundation Fellowship for New Surrealist Art</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> is open to artists working in the genre who are at least 18 years of age. Students in bachelor's or master's degree programs are eligible
to apply. The New Surrealist style is an extension of the Surrealist movement. It features a combination of relatable imagery in unexpected situations. The fellowship program is intended to celebrate the ingenuity of the style and further the voices of artists
who work in it. Applications are due August 7. </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fhydntl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653945723&sdata=PZg1gzv4WEsBH6uxTvueS33rD6GLOUPH%2BX%2F3hRAejUE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">Click
here</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none"> for guidelines</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">.</span><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">FUNDERS’ NETWORK FOR SMART GROWTH AND LIVABLE
</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;font-weight:normal">COMMUNITIES</span></strong><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> is</span></b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">
offering funding through Partners for Places matching grant program. The program creates opportunities for cities and counties to improve communities by building partnerships between local government sustainability offices and place-based foundations. Application
Deadline:7/30/2019. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-i%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211323766&sdata=9y6PFu2R%2BZF7tG3KDxSyObMwshUSBQXEn7xITkeEfiI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> for
application guidelines.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION, NATIONAL CENTER FOR MOBILITY MANAGEMENT </span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">are
offering planning grants to support communities seeking innovative ways to address the particular mobility challenges experienced by low-income community members for whom a lack of transportation is an obstacle to the pursuit of economic, health, and social
well-being. Deadline: 8/1/2019. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-d%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211323766&sdata=CkjYa0uzukTK%2FHcCLXpt5K%2BSwYYEObfJ%2F85rRjK15OQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> for
an application and guidelines.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> </span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">is
offering funding through Our Town grants that support projects that integrate arts, culture, and design activities into efforts to strengthen communities by advancing local economic, physical, or social outcomes. Deadline: applications are due 8/8/2019. Click </span><span style="background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-h%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211333759&sdata=DOXPNhZksD4iyNcRvrf0f8mfemmAoRCEAR10k6oUWrc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">here</span></a></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow"> to
review program guidelines.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"> </span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">is
offering grants through the Capital Magnet Fund to finance affordable housing and community revitalization efforts that benefit low-income people and communities. Deadline: 8/26/2019. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-k%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211333759&sdata=wZ155E7nqP8usFF0GyzaxDYkaOPemlYva1JtrEKVo2U%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> to
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"> </span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">is
offering grants to federally-recognized tribes and intertribal consortia for the development and implementation of hazardous waste programs and for building capacity to address hazardous waste management on tribal lands. Deadline: 8/1/2019. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-p%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211353750&sdata=MEeUvDrYLmzY0vqdUlp6QufMqRZSo7d55RCAPJWQSpM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> to
review application guidelines and to apply. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span></b><![endif]><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782">DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323">is offering grants to nonprofits through The Tribal Opioid Response Grants program. The program aims to address the opioid crisis in tribal communities by increasing access to culturally
appropriate and evidence-based treatment, including medication-assisted treatment. The application deadline is 8/6/2019. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-x%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211363745&sdata=wQuR7OXUF4rkjfHs78FBsNExo2q%2FKpM%2B%2Bct0i3mggA8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#011323"> to
review application guidelines.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant</span></strong></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"> </span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323">USDA Rural Development program provides
funding for clean and reliable drinking water systems, sanitary sewage disposal, sanitary solid waste disposal and storm water drainage to households and businesses in eligible rural areas<b>. </b>Application Deadline: Ongoing<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
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Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs </span></strong></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#011323">Economic Development Administration (EDA) supports development in economically distressed areas by fostering
job creation and attracting private investments under their Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) Programs which have included past funding awards for water/wastewater projects and road infrastructure projects. Application Deadline: Ongoing<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Housing Units Are Changing</span></strong></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"> The Census publishes key housing changes as the nation’s housing stock increased by 6.8 million units since April 1, 2010, showing
North Dakota as the fastest-growing state, in terms of housing units.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Resources and Environmental Indicators, 2019 </span></strong></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"> USDA, </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNjA2LjY3MDQ1NTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNjA2LjY3MDQ1NTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzExNDgxOCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26127%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ers.usda.gov%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7Cdff7a9ab2efb44f000df08d6ea9de712%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636954361248592559&sdata=mNUCTccXnmVUjL1%2FgzfaAz9ING6Ci2FS853uCUHHL40%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Economic
Research Service</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222">’s new Publication describes trends in economic, structural, resource, and environmental indicators in the agriculture sector which provide assessments
of important changes in U.S. agriculture industry development and implications for economic, social, and environmental sustainability. <u> </u><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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New Comprehensive Guide to Federal Broadband Funding</span></strong></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"> The NTIA introduced a new </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNjA2LjY3MDQ1NTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNjA2LjY3MDQ1NTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzExNDgxOCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY%3D%26%26%26129%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Fwww.usda.gov%2Ftopics%2Frural%2Frural-development-innovation-center&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7Cdff7a9ab2efb44f000df08d6ea9de712%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636954361248612551&sdata=Hq7xUZf9XYXHPbelhQKdutBuAE%2Bz78nkSec8ZpGnLeo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">searchable
database</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"> of 50 federal broadband programs, spanning a dozen federal agencies with billions of dollars for broadband grants, loans and other resources. The database, created
with help of participating federal agencies, fulfills a goal set out in the American Broadband Initiative announced in February to make it easier for community leaders to find federal funding and permitting information.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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USA Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Rural America</span></strong></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"> Report indicating there is more FDI in rural than urban areas and more FDI investment in technology and manufacturing
than agriculture while there is growing interest in investing in agriculture technology.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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a web based publication highlighting essential information and potential strategies for communities looking to leverage the Opportunity Zones incentive to do equitable and inclusive planning.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222">HUD announces the availability of $198 million for competitive grants to Indian tribes and tribally designated housing entities eligible to receive IHBG funding under the
Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996. <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Applications Deadline: August 8, 2019.</span></strong><b><br>
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</span></span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Food Incubation Summit - October 2019, in Austin, Texas
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222">The Food Corridor announces that early-bird tickets are officially on sale for the Food Incubation Summit! Formally known as the NICK Summit, the Food Incubation
Summit will bring together shared kitchens, community builders, and services providers to celebrate the emerging food incubation industry this October in Austin, Texas.</span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
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</span></span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow;text-decoration:none">Save Your Town</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">
Every two years we send out a rural survey to our readers. We ask them what challenges they are facing in their communities. Their answers help us decide what programming we will do in the upcoming months. You can also take the survey!
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Census 2020</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#222222">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#222222">is approaching and the Oklahoma Department of Commerce has been tasked with assisting with the Census on a state level. The reason for my email is that I have been asked to find community leaders in each area
to head a Complete Count Committee. This committee will be in charge of helping advertise, support, and encourage Census completion in their area. There is contact information on the attached documents to the Census Oklahoma Partnership Specialist as well
as Oklahoma Department of Commerce. For more information go to stateofsuccess.com.
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Measuring Racial Equity in the Food System</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">
- July 16th webinar - 3:00 - 4:00 pm EDT - sponsored by the Racial Equity in the Food System workgroup</span><a href="file:///C:/Users/madvanc/Downloads/1.%09%3chttps:/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/%3furl=https:/www.canr.msu.edu/racial-equity-workgroup/&data=02|01|dave.shideler@okstate.edu|47714a908a69481e885208d6ee22ad48|2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964|0|0|636958230034996520&sdata=knm/gy9XGnT3joqhm/Ap1pNy1bmyVcx9rbLZhUg5vxY=&reserved=0%3e"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.
Click here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"> for more information.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">State Increases Investment in Arts -</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> The state's investment in the arts
through the Oklahoma Arts Council is increasing by 4 percent for fiscal year 2020. On May 24, Governor Stitt </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fxexd9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375385300&sdata=REkPj%2F18MIgkD2c4gRx00DIbHxhN7NU1UmPZSx%2FEVwo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">signed</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> the
next state budget </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fd7xd9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375395287&sdata=7%2BSmCg%2FMGHKMswPVFz8T9N6J3qaQ%2B9J%2B8W%2BOiRm%2BiA4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">bill</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">
into law, bringing the Oklahoma Arts Council's state appropriation to $2,912,351. The budget goes into effect July 1, 2019. Oklahoma Arts Council Executive Director Amber Sharples commented on the increase.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">New Oklahoma Arts Disaster Resource Page-</span></b></span><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#444444">
</span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">The Oklahoma Arts Council has launched a new webpage with helpful information for artists and arts organizations affected by this spring's inclement weather. The </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2F9rzd9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375405283&sdata=qhU2wXqPoVvNqyZv8DFAe8TI6OfnLg4cw%2FWXMOzAF6I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Oklahoma
Arts Disaster Resource Page</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> features a mix of resources from national and local entities designed to help members of the state arts industry preserve their assets or recover their livelihoods following
emergencies. </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fpk0d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375405283&sdata=c3D6yODD6KDV3bH80a6qrGqSQFKgvrMYdCTNgZf5MxM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Visit
the Oklahoma Arts Disaster Resource Page</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">.
</span><a href="mailto:joel.gavin@arts.ok.gov?subject=Oklahoma%20Arts%20Disaster%20Resource%20Page" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Contact the Oklahoma Arts Council</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> about
your disaster-related need.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Leadership Arts Alumni Survey-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Graduates of the Oklahoma Arts Council's
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2F5c1d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375405283&sdata=iiEiJdMwvNgOHk%2F2W9bVdaxA0BoOXuufnGVeMu2hXIM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Leadership
Arts</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> program are urged to complete a survey that will help our agency prepare for the future of the program. The survey is a comprehensive evaluation of participants' experience in Leadership Arts. Feedback
from Leadership Arts alumni will be used to ensure that the program is relevant, accessible, and sustainable as we move forward.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fl51d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375415277&sdata=lQ%2F6lLWY5oZMG%2BjobP8pU1WyAs3K0j3AvtHjTIVSvcU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Take
the Leadership Arts Alumni Survey</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#444444"> </span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">Oklahoma Organizations Awarded NEA Grants-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">The latest round of National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant investments in Oklahoma will total $783,650. </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2F1x2d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375415277&sdata=Sgobm7F473k3E3lEXgL%2FO4S2OACNvNW04moUcDbbmcI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Announced</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> May
15, the funding will benefit four organizations, including the Oklahoma Arts Council as the state NEA partner. Grants include:<b> Cherokee Nation</b> ($10,000) - an Art Works grant will support weekly art sessions for Cherokee Nation foster children. The program
aims to use traditional Native arts to strengthen sense of identity. (</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fhq3d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375425272&sdata=L06qlR2ZLm8Y93rlT2r8ZxpFm%2FG2dWpTkPAZVQvEBzc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Read
the NEA blog</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> about the program).
<b>Oklahoma Arts Council</b> ($753,650) - the state partnership grant supports arts programs, services, and activities associated with carrying out the agency's NEA-approved strategic plan.<b> Oklahoma State University Museum of Art</b> ($10,000) - an Art Works
grant will support the exhibition "The State We're In: Water." <b>Tulsa Opera</b> ($10,000) - an Art Works grant will support Tulsa Opera's "Raise Your Voice!" youth education program.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">New Grant Program for Jazz Artist Tours-</span></b></span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#444444">
</span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Emerging and mid-career Oklahoma jazz artists can apply for a new grant program that will bring live jazz to areas underserved by the genre. Through </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Ft35d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375435264&sdata=2FA9kGxxaBR%2F7GM4e0JrjfR%2FWw%2BX7rKKHBRhYCdnlXo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Jazz
Road Tours</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">, funding will support tours of three to six sites. Grant awards will range from $5,000 to $15,000. The first deadline for applications is August 1. Rolling deadlines will be offered through June
2022. Jazz Road is a new initiative led by South Arts in collaboration with the six U.S. regional arts organizations. The goal is to improve work opportunities for jazz artists and strengthen relationships between jazz musicians, presenters, and communities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">CIRD Can Aid Rural Oklahoma Place making Efforts-</span></b></span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#444444">
</span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">The Citizens' Institute on Rural Design (</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fpo7d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375445260&sdata=x4kCg2jbJm5X6hxdqzc95VLzJTvZPx1w7BDfHcOaM5s%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">CIRD</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">)
is currently accepting applications for its 2019 program. An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), CIRD provides funding, training, and design workshops for towns with populations of 50,000 or less.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fl98d9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375455252&sdata=rJH%2FZsSDH%2FfO5fFQmPYTlJWDXsVi9c19QpUmnirLB38%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Apply
for CIRD through July 22</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">. Applications may be submitted by local and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, Main Street organizations, university community design centers, and other eligible entities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">Nominate an Oklahoman for a National Heritage Fellowship-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Through July 30, the National Endowment for the Arts is accepting nominations for its </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fhuae9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375465246&sdata=DdUVK7eYdFPxCz5xgb4YKrbQfUDXP2DEKzkMjBKFTYk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">National
Heritage Fellowships</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> program. Fellows are awarded up to $25,000. Wanda Jackson, Doc Tate Nevaquaya, and </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fxmbe9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375465246&sdata=ERpEU8Ow7nvwcdT%2B6bKQzRia22k6BlhcRjhJuYbIvzc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Georgeann
Robinson</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> are among past Oklahoma fellows. An Osage Nation citizen, Robinson's ribbon work was used as </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fdfce9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375475241&sdata=MMJzH4ryZoWpUMAp%2BXpPHuwFajFNODsuEjKfoQPPtQ8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">inspiration</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> for
the design of the fellowship award. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">Sand Springs Art Teacher Earns Fulbright Award-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Oklahoma arts educator Leland Leslie of Sand Springs is one of 25 U.S. teachers who will travel overseas through a Fulbright grant program during 2019-2020. Selected for academic and professional
achievement and leadership potential, recipients of </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2F9zde9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375475241&sdata=FwQUfYUGJTAcrcUGNyPixsitIjVwmmIi3j1z69F6%2Boo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Fulbright
Distinguished Awards in Teaching Semester Research</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> grants travel to one of 12 countries for up to six months of independent study and professional development.</span>
<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fpsee9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375485239&sdata=ZDQD62dJJPf2NcwszSAncY1LQwzicJhVHLFKwH32k%2FM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">
<span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">The Fulbright Program</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government. It is designed to build
relationships between the U.S. and other countries to address global challenges.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">Chenven Foundation Grants for Individual Artists-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Individual artists who are planning a new craft or visual art project may be eligible to apply for a </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fldge9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375495228&sdata=s67AZruz6vn0s%2Bgm3odeZWZ%2BWJrUOT2mhBc2NMT2olk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">$1,500
grant</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> from the Ruth and Harold Chenven Foundation. To apply, artists must submit an artist statement, a curriculum vitae, a project description, five images of their work, and an image list. The application
deadline is July 15. Previous Chenven Foundation grant recipients have represented a variety of artistic and craft expression.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2F15ge9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375495228&sdata=lE%2F%2B3q36zlit62hDR3vN%2BL2QI%2FEyWlhE51gX37UrwlI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Visit
chenvenfoundation.org for details on applying</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="m293118562999447258e2ma-style"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782">Oklahoma Museums Can Participate in Program for Military Families-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Museums across Oklahoma can take part in this summer's </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fhyhe9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375505224&sdata=szLZjXFX9t74Emxy%2F25PyRL9SPmj2%2B4PTfpxbOi%2FLRs%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Blue
Star Museums</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> program.. Supporters of the program include First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Karen Pence, serving as honorary program co-chairs for 2019. The United States Conference of Mayors has issued
a resolution urging mayors to promote Blue Star Museums and encouraging museums to register for it. To find a Blue Star Museum in Oklahoma, </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Fxqie9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375505224&sdata=RJpWKRP3mbJTuPw%2B9daD6dQ9RDfvIjNSzmaSX55xsjo%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Click
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Grants and Programs Assistant Position Open-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">The Oklahoma Arts Council is seeking a </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2Ftbke9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375515219&sdata=caWxrpMhReHjMkvsVUiUG8AXv4phv%2F%2FgN%2BOUmeDjQJM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Grants
and Programs Assistant</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> to provide support to the agency's grants office and to assist with general administrative and programmatic needs. The person in this position will serve as the initial point of contact
for organizations seeking Oklahoma Arts Council grant support. He/she will process grant applications, coordinate panel review meetings, manage records, process grant payments, and more. We seek enthusiastic, creative individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit
and dedication to public service to contribute to our team. </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fpg56fc%2Ft3tssp%2F93ke9k&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C032ff7e54c144735c6b508d6e9d5b29a%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636953501375515219&sdata=o3ML78dV9hdk7%2FIhtCHC%2F2F1tGwdch00O%2FuxV8J9TGk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Visit
arts.ok.gov</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> for the full position description and application instructions. The position is open until filled.
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Oklahoma Arts Council Begins Strategic Planning-</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#444444;background:#EBEBEB">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Members of the Oklahoma Arts Council board and staff have started laying the groundwork for a new five-year </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2F1xymtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653865768&sdata=45%2FtSovvW4wP7N4jWNR16dpPde0CPMMEKJIiCx8jFhM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">strategic
plan</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> for the agency. The plan will identify goals and related objectives to guide work activities from fiscal year 2021 through 2025. In the coming months, individuals and organizations involved in the
arts in Oklahoma will have opportunities to provide input in the development of the plan. From regional meetings to focus groups, surveys, and more, valuable input from our constituents will be requested. Updates will be provided as the process moves forward.
Consider participating and helping us know how to better serve Oklahomans. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Betty Price Gallery Closed Due to Capitol Restoration</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">- With restoration
work at the Oklahoma State Capitol entering a new phase, the </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fhqzmtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653865768&sdata=G5dHKiaBU0sQ1bFjOspi%2FMx7ekGTMQEdYcOpJrwfP8I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Betty
Price Gallery</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> on the building's first floor has been closed. The gallery is home to the Oklahoma </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fxi0mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653875756&sdata=HMl8FlT7BgtXwbN2XJ%2BeuknIHfjwoNP7HoP8lsyL3uE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">State
Art Collection</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">, which is comprised of works by noted Oklahoma artists. All works from the gallery were moved into storage in June. When the gallery is reopened in early 2020, it will feature all new LED
energy efficient lights, a new color scheme, refurbished marble floors, and other features.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fdb1mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653875756&sdata=wGUmFnme3pZQJD6rLBwi%2B%2Bp4M%2FXdiwKYuktK0tqyhK8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">See
photos</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"> of the artwork being removed.
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Ft31mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653885756&sdata=pDSnNe8SNL0vJKgALFYHIFJ1yGAJ5EAE1pc%2BtaaOvyM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black;text-decoration:none">Learn
about the Capitol restoration</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Oklahoma Projects to Receive Innovation-
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">Three </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2F9v2mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653885756&sdata=mQJdOpP75Lvp0B1ktPCcPPME7D1wfbELpx29FykkDmI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Oklahoma
art projects</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> will each receive $15,000 through the Artistic Innovations grant program. A program of the Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA), </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fpo3mtl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653885756&sdata=65i%2Fm3Y42Xt3c2sR3g3UfFU4srHHVaggO%2BA1vPr6t1Q%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Artistic
Innovations</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> grants support the creation of innovative new work in the alliance's six-state region. Announced June 28, the latest round of grants through the program will support:
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</span>a.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">"A Little Peace" - a project of the Oklahoma City Ballet in partnership with the Oklahoma City National
Memorial Foundation, this performance will pay homage to those lost in the Oklahoma City bombing. It will take place April 17-19, 2020, in conjunction with the bombing's 25th anniversary.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span>b.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">"Flight: An Immersive Experience of the Tulsa Race Massacre" - Oklahoma Contemporary is planning an immersive,
large-scale work that will transport audiences to Tulsa's 1921 Black Wall Street district and make the events of the race massacre visceral and real. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span>c.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">"The Language of Hope and Courage" - a series of pop-up installations to be created by artist Ginna Dowling
in collaboration with The Children's Hospital in Oklahoma City. The program will be designed to empower patients and families through the creative process.<br>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Showcase Opportunity for Oklahoma Performing Artists</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%">-
<span style="color:black">The Oklahoma Department of Libraries will host its </span>
</span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fxqentl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653945723&sdata=iPVDpSk%2FrvH9rnYRpsLU7xw%2BD7yz%2B7HAH9kJ%2BxRLyZI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">2019
Oklahoma Performers Showcase</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> on Friday, September 27 in Stillwater. Oklahoma performing artists interested in presenting brief samples of their programs for the library's 2020 summer reading
program can submit an online form to be considered for the showcase. The theme for 2020 will be "Imagine Your Story," which will focus on fairytales, mythology, and fantasy. Programming should be appropriate for children, teenagers, and families.
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here</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none"> to learn more</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">.
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an application for the 2019 Oklahoma Performers Showcase</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Establish a Creative Aging Program -
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">The National Guild for Community Arts Education is offering support for organizations to establish new creative aging programs. Eligible nonprofit organizations nationwide can apply
for the guild's </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2F93gntl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653955715&sdata=5P5THrWK5M2VqjO0PHmpiFA%2BfdkgtDPRrGha3afoPMM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Catalyzing
Creative Aging</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> program. Organizations selected for the program receive group training, one-on-one coaching, and funding. The program is aimed at increasing organizations' capacity to serve
older adults, providing models of high quality creative aging programs, and raising public awareness about the benefits of creative aging programs. Deadline to apply is August 6. </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2F1tzcnc%2Ft3tssp%2Fpwhntl&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C144058b118a74cb4cb9208d702e7bd44%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636981066653965710&sdata=w%2BnDe3gbBv7fCLIIp7oe%2FMC6W5CJgo4EceSJGegBKlQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Learn
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community development competencies, and demonstrate through seven case studies how using comparative advantages built on core competencies can improve outcomes for communities. For more information,
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:106%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Measuring Racial Equity in the Food System: Established and Suggested Metrics-</span></b></span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:106%;color:#464646">
</span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:106%;color:black">Tuesday, July 16th // 3:00 – 4:00 pm EDT. This Michigan State University webinar will provide an introduction to the newly published guide, </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26114%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Fgcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com%2F%3Furl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.canr.msu.edu%252Fresources%252Fmeasuring-racial-equity-in-the-food-system%26data%3D01%257C01%257C%257C891381858905445dd5d508d6ee61a30b%257Ced5b36e701ee4ebc867ee03cfa0d4697%257C1%26sdata%3D9VUKIjYKfkRrPsXNlOZi6CsKzKBf99nCXRQNnY7pQRE%253D%26reserved%3D0&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975880748782874&sdata=f7H%2F7n5TJio7wLEJxcVlDufIDttaU0Hn7IPbqWE2Wog%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:106%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Measuring
Racial Equity in the Food System: Established and Suggested Metrics</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:106%;color:black">, including examples of metrics in four different themes and ways the guide can be used. Following this introduction,
food system leaders will share how they are using data and metrics to drive system change. There will be time in the webinar for questions, comments, and suggestions for related resources.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Local Food for Little Eaters-</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"> T<span style="color:black">he </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26108%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Fmsustatewide.msu.edu%2FPrograms%2FDetails%2F1838&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C1%7C636975880748742898&sdata=%2FcHAyY7kUPKhu42nfwOnbnUM7FiBGEYki9mDaUg%2FfRg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">MSU
Center for Regional Food Systems</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> recently released Spanish translations of </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26109%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-3D001trNqDqWoP2at-2DXYqmc4y6zg5RMnqL0OLaU93VIs6wDBb8tXAUrb0a1wa0oNlOAU8Ij-2DNjBRADqh4U0PrZ9XSfR1oXhMx-5FofdBwg3t8tHG2msmxjd-5FK-2DhKoN32loyngrr028w1wqUtc9pkpP5XJUo3LMOt5qbGReuFxallwxxn3dNO05gsiED-5FMdpocFYrPoIIZLPXyOQBuq4IsjwcJIFBd-2DMmPWPGCCvZEUfpWFvtIDbmAnHDfINgEa0CO5laGYT-5FR-5Fvd-2Do-2DkFLF5Tnx-2Dd-2Dhsw-3D-3D-26c-3D-2DFPLTYU01nor5gJowg-5FP6tObYCeIXk2ohBvq8YMnHxA9G6IZVyBihw-3D-3D-26ch-3DuErNW6T5OBQglHX5UyGD2aUKIVItMmecJVKJGhv58zuqCfhpoj0fZg-3D-3D%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DnE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A%26r%3D10u_5RlBNdKfAd3ruRQ0uw%26m%3DMb5CvFdjU0mY-uweYpUNXqya1rgQLiUj_Twtk3CCeYI%26s%3DVH9L5gxfvUpFXbnyTUVZfI0CzmNF3YbybB3bHn5tCY0%26e%3D&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975880748742898&sdata=k31%2BcpGzAdebFYamC4joy83j70ChF5hcQaAvurmsPZY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Local
Food for Little Eaters: A Migrant & Seasonal Head Start Guide to Local Food Purchasing</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> and </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26110%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-3D001trNqDqWoP2at-2DXYqmc4y6zg5RMnqL0OLaU93VIs6wDBb8tXAUrb0a1wa0oNlOAU8ihujaw2mLZrNSV246hoW0oGSBSXe0xzznpNgLhopqwzP8D998y-2DydxPrI33szyo5pI4Ab-2DAkUT8GYjeYvIfkvJ9Kf0vL-5FlddvOmKQY2D5TRRVZ8FJxSY2xsyVugSDAmYGH9PEDvUIsXZ0hS7QdKSYF0lMjw2VU-2D8-26c-3D-2DFPLTYU01nor5gJowg-5FP6tObYCeIXk2ohBvq8YMnHxA9G6IZVyBihw-3D-3D-26ch-3DuErNW6T5OBQglHX5UyGD2aUKIVItMmecJVKJGhv58zuqCfhpoj0fZg-3D-3D%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DnE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A%26r%3D10u_5RlBNdKfAd3ruRQ0uw%26m%3DMb5CvFdjU0mY-uweYpUNXqya1rgQLiUj_Twtk3CCeYI%26s%3DL14rxvgdZLRkcI0dQyiL7pSBjcfbXgdxB6V53JvDlxc%26e%3D&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975880748752890&sdata=gKdQeSK%2FOsniq6Dvf8hLEOdBKvk1fZH039FNkF7Tvkg%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">profiles</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> of
successful farm to Migrant & Seasonal Head Start (MSHS) programs nationwide. This guide gives step-by-step instructions and interactive tools that MSHS programs can use to begin purchasing and using more local foods. The companion piece, </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26111%26%26%26https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttp-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-3D001trNqDqWoP2at-2DXYqmc4y6zg5RMnqL0OLaU93VIs6wDBb8tXAUrb0a1wa0oNlOAU8ihujaw2mLZrNSV246hoW0oGSBSXe0xzznpNgLhopqwzP8D998y-2DydxPrI33szyo5pI4Ab-2DAkUT8GYjeYvIfkvJ9Kf0vL-5FlddvOmKQY2D5TRRVZ8FJxSY2xsyVugSDAmYGH9PEDvUIsXZ0hS7QdKSYF0lMjw2VU-2D8-26c-3D-2DFPLTYU01nor5gJowg-5FP6tObYCeIXk2ohBvq8YMnHxA9G6IZVyBihw-3D-3D-26ch-3DuErNW6T5OBQglHX5UyGD2aUKIVItMmecJVKJGhv58zuqCfhpoj0fZg-3D-3D%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DnE__W8dFE-shTxStwXtp0A%26r%3D10u_5RlBNdKfAd3ruRQ0uw%26m%3DMb5CvFdjU0mY-uweYpUNXqya1rgQLiUj_Twtk3CCeYI%26s%3DL14rxvgdZLRkcI0dQyiL7pSBjcfbXgdxB6V53JvDlxc%26e%3D&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975880748762886&sdata=wi%2Foqlv1FnPa2r6lDGal9cxcJnj7oXtKz4HeWqsiCqE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">Farm
to Migrant and Seasonal Head Start in Action</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">, offers case studies highlighting MSHS programs nationwide that, through local foods, are reflecting and celebrating the cultures of children
and families they engage.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="color:black">April 20-24, 2020 // Albuquerque, New Mexico. The </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26105%26%26%26http%3A%2F%2Fwww.farmtoschool.org%2Fconference&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C1%7C636975880748722907&sdata=B0YcjRnFtwyPxDl60NbFy0zaHVqw1vQwfrDEQs8zVwE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;text-decoration:none">10th
National Farm to Cafeteria Conference</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"> is coming to Albuquerque, New Mexico, April 20-24, 2020! Hosted by the </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flinks.govdelivery.com%3A80%2Ftrack%3Ftype%3Dclick%26enid%3DZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmbWVzc2FnZWlkPU1EQi1QUkQtQlVMLTIwMTkwNzAxLjc1NTg5MTEmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xNzQyMTA2NCZlbWFpbGlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdXNlcmlkPWRhdmUuc2hpZGVsZXJAb2tzdGF0ZS5lZHUmdGFyZ2V0aWQ9JmZsPSZtdmlkPSZleHRyYT0mJiY%3D%26%26%26106%26%26%26http%3A%2F%2Fwww.farmtoschool.org%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C06c7135ff1b94aca0d7908d6fe304def%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C1%7C636975880748732904&sdata=Ovyc4vRG%2Fd6qr%2FAMa%2F1lDOAa4Mf5enORTneIZvQxJtU%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;text-decoration:none">National
Farm to School Network</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">, this biennial event will convene a diverse group of food service professionals, farmers, educators, students, representatives from nonprofits and
government agencies, public health professionals and more to learn, network, and strengthen this important movement. Are you passionate about supporting local agriculture and fostering a culture of food literacy in your community? This event is for you.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Novogradac</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> is offering a Private Activity
Bond and 4 Percent LIHTC Overview Webinar July 11, 2019, 1:00-3:00 PM EDT. This course presents a basic overview of how development teams can use private activity bonds and 4 percent low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs) to finance affordable multifamily
rental housing properties. The nonprofit rate is $110. <u>Click </u></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-f%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211383735&sdata=lSl%2BpruZa6kANUi5ltSHUdp%2FlFJd0b5chev39NNjXnk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> to
register.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">NACo </span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">will hold its Annual Conference
& Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada July 12-15, 2019. Participants from counties across the country will come together to shape NACo's federal policy agenda, share proven practices and strengthen knowledge networks to help improve residents’ lives and the efficiency
of county governments. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-z%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211383735&sdata=Y8dJKq3q4SWUEZVmOicQ0%2B4C2zhtipGxb4V4YuHuX9s%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> for
more information and to register.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Local Initiatives Support Corporation</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%">
<span style="color:black">(LISC) is hosting a webinar. “Navigating Community Development - Harnessing Comparative Advantages to create Strategic Partnerships,” on July 17, 2019 at 3:00 PM EDT. Bob Zdenek and Dee Walsh will discuss their new book, “Navigating
Community Development.” The book describes the evolution of the community development sector over the past 50 years and it presents a framework and road map for how community development organizations can advance their missions through strategic partnerships
that utilize their core competencies. Click </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-v%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211393721&sdata=pFDkZz3yyq96BNGbMulco9Vt%2F%2B12uSq9tfZkEF638jw%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> to
register for the free webinar.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">29.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">NDC
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">(National Development Council) is offering a “Learn How To Maximize Equity in Your Real Estate Projects” course that offers a step-by-step look at the real estate development process
from the perspective of lenders, developers and investors. Participants analyze economic development real estate projects—retail, office, mixed-use—using the rates of return required by lenders, developers and investors, and determine the appropriate amount
of public sector financing needed to make projects feasible. The course will be offered July 22-26, 2019 in Minneapolis, Minnesota; and November 4-8, 2019 in Arlington, Virginia. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-e%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211393721&sdata=xuzsCQ78ghwGzYnCvEc3nEbuYNuwZt%2F%2FJUlNsHYC9uA%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black;text-decoration:none">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> for
more information and to register.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Novogradac </span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">will offer an online LIHTC
Property Compliance Workshop August 13-14, 2019 from 12:00 to 5:00 PM EDT each day. The workshop is a 10-hour, two-day course, led by knowledgeable instructors, designed to provide attendees with the most up-to-date low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) compliance
knowledge and updates on industry trends critical to owners and property managers. The nonprofit rate to register is $475. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-s%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211393721&sdata=3M3TJhV9YdIZfptvD0cEIrocyZCHC9y0x0ojRArRe%2Bc%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> to
learn more about the workshop.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Local Initiatives Support Corporation</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">
(LISC), with support from the Ford Foundation and in collaboration with CDFA, has released “Navigating the Opportunity Zones: Community Partners.” The release is the first installment of the LISC Opportunity Zones Playbook series and is geared to people and
organizations committed to community revitalization and shared prosperity for all residents. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-g%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211403719&sdata=QY3ER344l6EIPNDMeVtO%2BPj30qgsHrZtz%2BlOHCd%2BI1U%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> to
get the first installment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">The Rural Monitor</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt"> <span style="color:black">features an article “Running Clear: Preventing
Private Water Sources from Becoming a Health Hazard in Rural America.” The article states that because private water sources are not regulated, rural residents who rely on them can be more susceptible to health risks from waterborne contaminants. Water experts
and a public health professional share how they are helping rural residents keep their well water clean to avoid sickness. Read the article by clicking </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-w%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211403719&sdata=4v6kljlyYY5QwS83M%2F6WV8NyhzVVPqjxcAABi0ZbAXE%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">33.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">U.S. Census Bureau</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"> <span style="color:black">reports
that Native Complete Count Committees are promoting the importance of 2020 Census participation for funding for their tribes. The committees are including young people and coordinating outreach efforts as some of the strategies being used. Read more about
this effort by clicking </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-yh%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211413715&sdata=Iox04GmQfCAt%2BuoP0MojVsgKhSFd8Z%2F9jBfylrP2GgM%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">Philanthropy WoRx</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"> <span style="color:black">has
issued a report “Building a Field of Rural Philanthropy: The Case for Creating a Rural Philanthropic Network.” The report outlines rural philanthropic networks and how they can benefit rural communities, and provides guidance for setting up networks and establishes
key stakeholders in rural communities.<br>
Click </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-yu%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211423708&sdata=sdIK5aRPxOge2tXF44yFQ%2FdSH0pSKaMG%2F0wn3s7pipQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> to
get a copy of the report.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">National Low-Income Housing Coalition</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"> <span style="color:black">has
released the 30th anniversary edition of "Out of Reach" comparing wages and rents throughout the U.S. The report illustrates that rental housing continues to be out of reach for millions of low-wage workers and other extremely low-income renters. On average,
a full-time worker in the U.S. must earn $22.96 per hour to afford a modest two-bedroom apartment at the fair market rent and $18.65 for a modest one-bedroom apartment. In nine states and the District of Columbia, full-time workers need to earn more than $25.00
per hour for a modest two-bedroom apartment. Get the report by clicking </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-jl%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211423708&sdata=2y4vZd3T4rxGhR%2FhaYcgd3EUsv5GrNnKagTGtjnin78%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">36.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">“Between a 'Hub' and a Hard Place:
</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">Three Stories of Opioid Addiction in Rural Vermont” is an article in Seven Days about how Vermont is exploring rural access to opioid-abuse prevention and treatment as part of a federal
planning grant. Some of the stories they uncovered reveal challenges in accessing treatment due to a lack of knowledge of addiction, lack of awareness of services or distance to them, and lack of transportation for getting to treatment. Click </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-jr%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211433708&sdata=fhzhoYUdNs1HxZXgZkqNjHd%2FZ%2Fkadp%2FLa%2B%2FaGL3190U%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black"> to
read the article.<br>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">“Building Partnerships with Philanthropies: Emerging Strategies for Rural Communities Report</span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%">” <span style="color:black">from
the NORC Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis details strategies for rural communities seeking to build partnerships with philanthropies. The report summarizes information featured in the Rural Philanthropy Toolkit. Get the report by clicking </span></span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-jt%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211443698&sdata=V%2BWdmSRtP9tg9cC8pQQavH%2Fi3cVwdyD%2Bgbo0EJ9p%2B%2Bk%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6"><![if !supportLists]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">38.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span></span><![endif]><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:#1D5782;text-decoration:none">“Building Entrepreneurship Ecosystems in Communities of Color” </span></b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">from
the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City presents various ways that local developers can use ecosystem building to support entrepreneurs of color in their communities and promote racial wealth equity. Get the guide by clicking </span><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frurallisc.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fr-l-jidisht-jyhjmudc-ji%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdave.shideler%40okstate.edu%7C0da7616ff377400e27c608d6fe29a867%7C2a69c91de8494e34a230cdf8b27e1964%7C0%7C0%7C636975852211443698&sdata=razrDrWQ7BWO%2FvW0Dpp%2FMg%2FHdHQml5hGvFnMzsIk4K8%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">here</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;color:black">.</span><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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to address a wide variety of crime victims support needs in tribal communities. <b>Application Deadline: July 29, 2019</b></span><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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to address the opioid crisis in tribal communities by increasing access to culturally appropriate and evidence-based treatment, including medication-assisted treatment. <b>Application Deadline: Aug 6, 2019</b></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#222222"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">HUD announces the availability of $198 million for competitive grants to Indian tribes and tribally designated housing entities eligible to receive IHBG funding under
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