Teleconference Archive

Click on the links below to listen to past NCHV conference calls, listed chronologically (for the most recent calls, scroll to the bottom of the page):

OMB Circular A-133 Part One - Sept. 24, 2008
During this teleconference, Ryan Weber, of Washington, D.C.’s Stokes & Company, P.C., discussed the A-133 audit, including how the A-133 audit differs from an organizational audit, interviewing auditors, and how to prepare for an audit.

Grant and Per Diem Application: An Introduction - Oct. 1, 2008
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided general information and guidance on the GPD program and application process. Lilliston discussed eligibility, when applications are typically due, the NOFA process, and how to prepare your organization for the GPD application process. This call provided an introduction for individuals and homeless veteran service providers who want to learn more about the GPD program and/or planning to apply for GPD funding for the first time.

OMB Circular A-133: Part Two - Oct. 8, 2008
During this teleconference, Ryan Weber, of Washington, D.C.’s Stokes & Company, P.C., gave an overview of what to expect during the audit process, managing internal controls, time line and length of the audit process, and how to process audit findings.

GPD Replicable Models: Part One - Oct. 15, 2008
During this teleconference, a panel of representatives from GPD grantee organizations discussed what makes their programs successful, housing and transportation issues, and how organizations can replicate these programs and strengthen their applications when applying for funding.

HVRP Replicable Models: Part One - Oct. 21, 2008
During this teleconference, a panel of representatives from HVRP grantee organizations discussed what makes their programs successful, relationships with DVOPs and LVERs, partnering with local and federal agencies, and how organizations can replicate these programs.

GPD Replicable Models: Part Two - Oct. 28, 2008
During this teleconference, a panel of representatives from GPD grantee organizations will discuss what makes their programs successful, housing and transportation issues, and how organizations can replicate these programs and strengthen their applications when applying for funding.

HVRP Replicable Models: Part Two - Nov. 5, 2008
During this teleconference, a panel of representatives from HVRP grantee organizations discussed what makes their programs successful, relationships with DVOPs and LVERs, partnering with local and federal agencies, and how organizations can replicate these programs.

Capital Grant Application: The Project Plan - Dec. 3, 2008
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, discussed the Project Plan portion of the Capital Grant application. Lilliston outlined what information is required in this section of the application, including the project design and how to meet goals and objectives.

Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Process (Call One) - Jan. 13, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Program. Lilliston discussed allowable funding costs, eligibility, the application package and process, and general guidelines on completing the application.

Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Process (Call Two) - Jan. 22, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Program. Lilliston discussed allowable funding costs, eligibility, the application package and process, and general guidelines on completing the application.

Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Process (Call Three) - Jan. 28, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Program. Lilliston discussed allowable funding costs, eligibility, the application package and process, and general guidelines on completing the application.

VA Capital Grant Application (Call One) - Feb. 4, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs Capital Grant Program. Lilliston discussed allowable funding costs, eligibility requirements, the application package and process, general guidelines on completing the application, and how the application is reviewed.

2009 VA Capital Grant NOFA (Call One) - Feb. 12, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of the 2009 Capital Grant NOFA. Lilliston discussed the application package and process, deadline requirements, allowable funding costs, eligibility requirements, funding priority groups and general guidelines on completing the application.

2009 VA Capital Grant NOFA (Call Two) - Feb. 25, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of the 2009 Capital Grant NOFA. Lilliston discussed the application package and process, deadline requirements, allowable funding costs, eligibility requirements, funding priority groups and general guidelines on completing the application.

VA Capital Grant Application (Call Two) - Feb. 26, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs 2009 Capital Grant NOFA. Lilliston discussed services provided under the GPD Program, allowable funding costs, eligibility requirements, the application package and process, and general guidelines on completing the application.

VA Capital Grant Application (Call Three) – Mar. 3, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs 2009 Capital Grant NOFA. Lilliston discussed services provided under the GPD Program, allowable funding costs, eligibility requirements, the application package and process, and general guidelines on completing the application.

VA Capital Grant Application (Call Four) – Mar. 5, 2009
During this teleconference, Melanie Lilliston, NCHV Director of Technical Assistance and Finance, provided an overview of funding available under the Department of Veterans Affairs 2009 Capital Grant NOFA. Lilliston discussed services provided under the GPD Program, allowable funding costs, eligibility requirements, the application package and process, and general guidelines on completing the application.

An Introduction to Helping Homeless Veterans (Call One) - Aug. 25, 2009
This call provided information on existing federal grant programs for veteran service organizations and how to apply for funding. This call also provided basic information, statistics and instruction on how organizations can best serve the homeless veterans in their community.

Meeting Your Goals and Objectives (Call One) - Aug. 26, 2009
This call provided an overview of writing objectives for grant applications by focusing on creating S.M.A.R.T. objectives. This call also explained what to do when it's possible that the goals and objectives outlined in grant applications aren't going to be met.

An Introduction to the Grant Per Diem Program (Call One) - Aug. 27, 2009
This call provided an introduction for individuals and homeless veteran service providers who wanted to learn more about the GPD program and/or are applying for GPD funding for the first time.

An Introduction to the Grant Per Diem Program (Call Two) - Aug. 28, 2009
This call provided an introduction for individuals and homeless veteran service providers who wanted to learn more about the GPD program and/or are applying for GPD funding for the first time.

Meeting Your Goals and Objectives (Call Two) - Sept. 1, 2009
This call provided an overview of writing objectives for grant applications by focusing on creating S.M.A.R.T. objectives. This call also explained what to do when it's possible that the goals and objectives outlined in grant applications aren't going to be met.

An Introduction to Helping Homeless Veterans (Call Two) - Sept. 2, 2009
This call provided information on existing federal grant programs for veteran service organizations and how to apply for funding. This call also provided basic information, statistics and instruction on how organizations can best serve the homeless veterans in their community.

Collaboration within Your Community (Call One) - Sept. 3, 2009
This call provided information on how service providers can leverage resources to offer services for veterans. This information included how to use federal, local, and community resources to the organization's advantage

Collaboration within Your Community (Call Two) - Sept. 16, 2009
This call provided information on how service providers can leverage resources to offer services for veterans. This information included how to use federal, local, and community resources to the organization's advantage

An Introduction to Helping Homeless Veterans (Call Three) - Sept. 24, 2009
This call provided information on existing federal grant programs for veteran service organizations and how to apply for funding. This call also provided basic information, statistics and instruction on how organizations can best serve the homeless veterans in their community.

HVRP Replicable Models (Session One) - Feb. 4, 2010
This call featured current HVRP grantees who shared their experiences, approaches to collaboration, and best practices. Lessons learned include how to capitalize on funding and how to benefit from other grantees’ experiences.

HVRP Replicable Models (Session Two) - Feb. 25, 2010
This call featured current HVRP grantees who shared their experiences, approaches to collaboration, and best practices. Lessons learned include how to capitalize on funding and how to benefit from other grantees’ experiences.