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Live Trainings offered by DCEO’s Office of Accountability Curious about the grant lifecycle or wanting to learn more about the different facets of grants? Have a grant-related question that you would like answered in real time? DCEO is pleased to offer three training options for current and potential grantees: Interested in participating in a training session?
Virtual Office Hour Q & A - Tuesdays at 2pm: Join for a virtual question and answer session via Webex in which potential and current Grantees may attend to ask questions and seek assistance. Technical Support Managers will be online to field questions, demonstrate steps, or provide instructions as needed to assist entities and individuals with the grant process.
To join the DCEO Virtual Office Hours, please use this link: https://illinois. webex. com/illinois/j.
php? MTID=mc303957defce578e15b117cbcfba1806 Virtual Pre-Qualification Training – 1 st Wednesday of the month 9AM: This slide presentation will cover Pre-Qualification requirements. Pre-qualification is required of all grantees with the State of Illinois and must be maintained throughout a grant program.
To be in pre-qualified status means that all required registrations have been met and an entity is in good standing and able to conduct business with the State of Illinois. Join DCEO’s Technical Support Team as we explain each step in the pre-qualification process and how to get started.
Virtual Various Topics Training – 3 rd Wednesday of the month 9AM: This slide presentation will discuss important grant-related topics pertaining to grant management. Each month we will discuss a different component, process, or emerging practice that can benefit potential and existing grantees.
Future topics offerings include: January 21, 2026 - Help Desk Overview : (CSFA, GATA) This training will provide insight on the resources available to potential and current Grantees as they navigate the Grant process. Learn where to find grant opportunities, how to search the CSFA, and how to contact DCEO for assistance.
February 18, 2026 - Registering in SAM : This training will explain the steps required to apply for a Unique Entity Identifier, how to complete your SAM. gov registration and steps for registration renewal. March 18, 2026 - Creating a GATA Registration : This training will show applicants how to create a GATA Grantee Portal Page and the different components of the GATA Portal.
May 20, 2026 - Writing a Grant Application : This training will explain how to complete application documents, how to read a Notice of Funding Opportunity, and how to submit the application package for review.
June 17, 2026 - Overview of DCEO Programs: This training will give an overview of the Grant Program Offices at DCEO as well as our mission and background of the Agency July 15, 2026 - Risk Assessments : This training will cover the required Risk Assessments for Grantees including the Internal Control Questionnaire and Programmatic Risk Assessment.
August 19, 2026 - Completing A Budget Application: This training will introduce the budget application and instructions on how to best complete the budget for application submission. September 16, 2026 - Reporting and Supporting Documentation: This training will explain the Periodic Performance Report and Periodic Financial Report, as well as appropriate supporting documents required for submission.
October 21, 2026 - Indirect Cost Rates: This training will introduce potential and current Grantees to the Indirect Cost Rate system, the different types of elections and requirements, and the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders through the review process.
November 18, 2026 - Capital Grants: This training will explain what a capital grant is, requirements and eligibility for capital grants, application documents, and an overview of the grant lifecycle December 16, 2026 – Audits: This training will introduce grantees to the different Audit types, requirements, and the submission process. January 15, 2025 – Registering in SAM.
gov February 19, 2025 – Overview of DCEO Programs March 19, 2025 – Risk Assessments April 16, 2025 – Writing a Grant Application May 21, 2025 – Completing a Budget Application June 18, 2025 – Reporting and Supporting Documentation July 16, 2025 – Indirect Cost Rates August 20, 2025 – Help Desk Overview & Resources September 17, 2025 – Writing a Grant Application October 15, 2025 – Capital Grants December 17, 2025 – Audits Connect with a DCEO Representative Locate Your Business In IL Start Your Business in IL
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