Teleconference Archive

Click on the links to listen to past NCHV conference calls. All calls are listed chronologically; scroll to the bottom for the most recent calls.

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.

Permanent Supportive Housing with CSH - March 23, 2010
During this call, the following topics were discussed: permanent supportive housing, how it differs from transitional housing, services available to tenants, and the different supportive housing models. The call also addressed how service providers may access resources to develop permanent supportive housing programs.

HVRP Program and Application Overview (New Applicants) - April 8, 2010
This call focused on the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP)'s application requirements and overall program design. In particular, the call pertained to organizations applying for funding for the first time.

HVRP Program and Application Overview (Returning Applicants) - April 13, 2010
This call focused on the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP)'s application requirements and overall program design. In particular, the call pertained to organizations that have previously applied for HVRP grant funding, giving them an overview of current funding priorities and focuses.

HVRP Program and Application Overview (New Applicants) - April 15, 2010
This call focused on the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP)'s application requirements and overall program design. In particular, the call pertained to organizations applying for funding for the first time.

Homeless Female Veterans and Homeless Veterans with Families - May 14, 2010
This call addressed the Homeless Female Veterans and Homeless Veterans with Families grant, which is for organizations that will provide comprehensive services to address the complex problems facing homeless female veterans and/or veterans with families who are eligible to transition into gainful employment.

Incarcerated Veterans Transition Program - May 19, 2010
During this call, NCHV staff discussed the grant competition for the U.S. Department of Labor's Incarcerated Veterans Transition Program, which is for organizations that will support incarcerated veterans "at risk" of homelessness.

Building Meaningful Collaboration within Your Community - Nov. 9, 2010
In an era where funding is limited and service requests remain at an all-time high, organizations need to be creative in how they use their resources. This call provided information on how to effectively partner with other groups working with homeless veterans as well as how to access and use federal, state and local resources to serve homeless veterans.

Building Meaningful Collaboration within Your Community - Nov. 10, 2010
In an era where funding is limited and service requests remain at an all-time high, organizations need to be creative in how they use their resources. This call provided information on how to effectively partner with other groups working with homeless veterans as well as how to access and use federal, state and local resources to serve homeless veterans.

Boots on the Ground - Feb. 17, 2011
The call focused on how service providers – specifically, how Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) grantees serving homeless female veterans and/or veterans with families – and their employees can improve their military cultural competency and use it for effective recruitment and retention of women veterans in job training and placement.

Stand Down: Development and Innovative Practices - March 23, 2011
This introductory call focused on the structure of Stand Down, changes in the DOL-VETS solicitation for grant applications (SGA), and innovative practices used by experienced program organizers.

Stand Down: Financing and Budgeting - March 29, 2011
Planning and executing an effective Stand Down requires creative and targeted fundraising strategies. This call focused specifically on the DOL-VETS solicitation for grant applications, fundraising and budget planning.

HVRP Program and Application: New Applicants (Call One) - June 15, 2011
This introductory teleconference focused on the objectives of HVRP, critical components of successful programs, and application requirements.

HVRP Program and Application: Returning Applicants - June 17, 2011
This call discussed the HVRP program and application process, focusing primarily on the changes to the SGA.

HVRP Program and Application: New Applicants (Call Two) - June 22, 2011
This introductory teleconference - which was identical to the call held on June 15, 2011 - focused on the objectives of HVRP, critical components of successful programs, and application requirements.

Overcoming Outreach and Employment Placement Barriers for Women Veterans - June 30, 2011
This teleconference discussed cutting-edge research on the economic instability of homeless female veterans and strategies for overcoming outreach and placement barriers in the field.

Becoming an Employment Network - Nov. 9, 2011
On this call, Kristen Willard, who leads the Ticket to Work Technical Assistance and Support Center at MAXIMUS, and Meg Little, an Account Manager for the Ticket to Work Program working on the Operations Support Manager contract for the SSA, covered the benefits of becoming an EN and the application process. Two HVRP grantees, Volunteers of America- Florida and YWCA of Greater Harrisburg, shared their experiences integrating EN into their programs to serve their clients.

Employment Networks: Responding to the RFQ - Dec. 15, 2011
Becoming an Employment Network (EN) through the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work program is a useful way to increase resources and funding for the employment services offered to homeless veterans in your programs. This call specifically focused on the process of and strategies for responding to the Request for Quotations (RFQ).

Developing Homeless Courts - Jan. 12, 2012
This call, co-sponsored by the American Bar Association's Commission on Homelessness and Poverty, discussed the creation and expansion of Homeless Court Programs to serve homeless veterans.