Mastering Policies & Procedures for Federal Grant Compliance

Webinar • Tuesday, August 19, 2025 • 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET

Are your organization’s policies and procedures aligned with the latest federal grant compliance standards? With the revised Uniform Guidance now in effect, it’s more important than ever for nonfederal entities to ensure their policies meet updated requirements to secure federal grants and cooperative agreements.

Led by consultant and subject matter expert, Karen Norris, this must-attend webinar will guide you through the critical steps to adapt and strengthen your organization’s policies and procedures. Learn how to address compliance demands, incorporate recent Executive Orders on equity, de minimis rates, and certifications, and establish processes to keep your policies current. Benefit from practical examples and ready-to-use templates that will simplify the policy development process and improve your team’s efficiency.

What You’ll Gain:

  • A clear understanding of Uniform Guidance requirements for written policies.
  • Insights into key compliance areas influenced by Executive Orders.
  • Step-by-step guidance on crafting policies and procedures using expert templates.
  • Tools to establish a sustainable system for regular policy updates.
  • Live attendees are eligible to receive 1.2 NASBA CPEs and/or 1.2 GPCI CEUs.

Whether you’re revisiting existing policies or starting from scratch, this session will give you the knowledge and resources to ensure compliance and maximize your grant opportunities. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your processes and secure funding with confidence!


YOUR EXPERT(S):

Karen Norris Karen Norris

Karen Norris is nationally recognized in the grants community as a consultant and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for kanoco - a Karen Norris Company in Gaithersburg, MD. She has experience in grants and contracts for more than 20 years, previously as a grants administrator for educational institutions in the State of Maryland, as an author and managing editor for grants publications for Thompson publishing, and currently as a consultant. Norris has served on the Board of Directors of professional associations and editorial advisory boards. She is an invited annual presenter at national conferences and regional training events, including the Grant Professionals Association, National Grants Management Association, Management Concepts, Maryland Governor's Grants Office, and others. Norris advises clients and conducts webinars, virtual classes, eLearning, and onsite grants training. The White House Conference on Aging published her white paper about health grants. Norris has provided testimony to the Maryland General Assembly supporting legislation about the de minimis indirect rate, and has responded to information requests about the grants process from the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management. Norris has served as a federal reviewer for the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.


Delivery Method: Group Live

Refund Policy:

If you are not able to attend for any reason, please notify us as soon as possible. Cancellations received 24 hours prior to the start time of the audio conference are fully refundable. After that, cancellations are subject to a $25 processing fee. If you prefer, you may substitute an upcoming audio conference for the one you originally registered for and avoid the $25 processing fee. All refunds resulting from cancellations will be issued within 72 hours.

Complaint Resolution Policy:

Participants are encouraged to submit complaints as soon as possible to ensure timely resolution. Complaints must include the participant's name, program name, date of the program, and a clear description of the issue. Complaints can be submitted through the following methods:

  • Email: Susan.Chambers@thompson.com
  • Phone: 1-800-677-3789
  • Mail: Thompson Grants, a division of CBIS, 1530 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400, Arlington, VA 22209