We are pleased to announce an advanced computer lab on using census data in grant writing. The lab will feature data from the 2010 Census and the American Community Survey (ACS), the most relied-on source for detailed, up-to-date socio-economic statistics covering every community in Texas.

Who should come? The lab is designed for participants who attended Using Census Data for Grant Writing in August, 2012 or who have basic navigation skills with the American Fact Finder2, Census 2010 and ACS.

The Grant Writing II computer lab will feature latest updates for 2010 Census and The American Community Survey. In a live computer lab setting, students will use a case study to practice mapping techniques, use tables to access ACS social/economic characteristics and 2010 Census demographic profiles. The focus will be on understanding when to use what data sets, application of ACS data products, understanding geographic concepts, and improving navigation efficiency.

The "Border Communities" training will guide participants on using data from the 2010 Census and American Community Survey, the most relied-on source for detailed, up-to-date socio-economic statistics covering every border community in Texas.

Who should come? The lab is designed for community non-profit organizations, health professionals, and local governments who work on the Border and use data for budget analysis, needs assessment, grant writing and planning.

In a live computer lab setting, students will use the American Factfinder (data search tool); conduct searches using the 2010 Census for population numbers/basic characteristics, and American Community Survey for social/economic characteristics such as educational attainment, income, occupation, poverty status, and nativity. Special emphasis will be placed on accessing data on colonia communities and other small area data in the Rio Grande Valley.

We are pleased to announce an advanced computer lab on using census data in grant writing. The lab will feature data from the 2010 Census and the American Community Survey (ACS), the most relied-on source for detailed, up-to-date socio-economic statistics covering every community in Texas.

Who should come? The lab is designed for participants who attended Using Census Data for Grant Writing in August, 2012 or who have basic navigation skills with the American Fact Finder2, Census 2010 and ACS.

The Grant Writing II computer lab will feature latest updates for 2010 Census and The American Community Survey. In a live computer lab setting, students will use a case study to practice mapping techniques, use tables to access ACS social/economic characteristics and 2010 Census demographic profiles. The focus will be on understanding when to use what data sets, application of ACS data products, understanding geographic concepts, and improving navigation efficiency.

The "Border Communities" training will guide participants on using data from the 2010 Census and American Community Survey, the most relied-on source for detailed, up-to-date socio-economic statistics covering every border community in Texas.

Who should come? The lab is designed for community non-profit organizations, health professionals, and local governments who work on the Border and use data for budget analysis, needs assessment, grant writing and planning.

In a live computer lab setting, students will use the American Factfinder (data search tool); conduct searches using the 2010 Census for population numbers/basic characteristics, and American Community Survey for social/economic characteristics such as educational attainment, income, occupation, poverty status, and nativity. Special emphasis will be placed on accessing data on colonia communities and other small area data in the Rio Grande Valley.

HESTEC Week is a great educational conference that features exciting events geared towards promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Using Census Data for Community Analysis
The "Community Analysis" workshop will train participants on using the most relied-on source for detailed, up-to-date socio-economic statistics covering every community in the Rio Grande Valley.

Using Census Data for Grant Writing
The Grant Writing workshop will train participants on using the most relied-on source for detailed, up-to-date socio-economic statistics covering every community in Texas.

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Basics and refresher of Financial Management for all nonprofit leaders and board members. Basics include setting up your books, internal controls, grant accounting, and preparing for audits. Led by local CPA and a local Director of Compliance, your chance to get all your questions answered.

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Why use many websites to search for procurement opportunities? With PTAssist you gain superior search capabilities, PTAssist enables you to search for procurement opportunities through the federal government, many state and local governments, as well as foreign governments. Fee: None Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. To register please call PTAC at (956)665-8931.

Being certified is often the key of obtaining a government contract, as those contracts have mandated such ides for certified Small Businesses. What is the difference between self certification and Government Certification programs? How does certification benefit my business? This training seminar will review the qualifications check list for each certification program and will show how to start each application process.

Are you ready to showcase your product or service to agency buyers? Rio South Texas Regional PTAC invites you to meet with buyers from City of Mission for this informational session to inform you of the procurement processes and upcoming contracts. Each presentation will conclude with the opportunity to address vendor questions and concerns. Fee: None :00 pm – 2:00 pm. To register please call the Chamber at (956)585-2727