Myrtle Said:

I am looking for a grant writing professional for debt relief or buisness start-up grant. Thanks in advance?

We Answered:

You are better off finding a second job or other sources of funds, than wasting your time looking for a grant professional to do this for you

I am sorry but there is no such thing as grant for debt relief -- otherwise, everyone with debt will just go to the government and request for grant

It is hard to find grants to start a business. Unlike the myths that some perpetuate, federal government and even private foundations hardly give grant money for starting a for-profit business.

One possible exception is for companies developing or exporting agricultural goods, including food and forest product. Another exception could be the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs http://www.sba.gov/aboutsba/sbaprograms/… , which fund the research and development of technological innovation that meets specific government needs.

Your best bet actually will be from the states if they offer grant programs for women (or any other special interest groups -- minorities, women, disabled, veterans, etc). Or check with non profit organizations, particularly women organizations if they offer grants. Examples include

Iowa Women's Foundation http://www.iawf.org/
New Mexico Women's Foundation http://www.nmwf.org/guidelines.html

Even SBA does NOT give out grants. From the SBA website http://www.sba.gov/mostrequesteditems/CO…

"The U.S. Small Business Administration does not offer grants to start or expand small businesses, although it does offer a wide variety of loan programs. (See http://www.sba.gov/financing for more information) While SBA does offer some grant programs, these are generally designed to expand and enhance organizations that provide small business management, technical, or financial assistance. These grants generally support non-profit organizations, intermediary lending institutions, and state and local governments."

Nonetheless, you can go to the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) http://www.cfda.gov and Grants.gov http://www.grants.gov - these are two sites created by the federal government to provide transparency and information on grants. Browse through the listings and see if you can find any grant that would support a for-profit venture.

Here is a listing of federal grants for small businesses. See if there is any available for individuals for starting a business -- THERE'S NONE.
http://12.46.245.173/pls/portal30/CATALO…

Most of the federal grants are given to specific target groups with specific requirements (e.g. minority business owners involved in transportation related contracts emanating from DOT - Grant#20.905 Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Short Term Lending Program

Grants are also often given to non profit groups or organizations involved in training or other similar activities (grant 59.043 Women's Business Ownership Assistance that are given to those who will create women's business center that will train women entrepreneurs

Bob Said:

Grant Writer-Needs job?

We Answered:

Yes, there are non-profits all across america who are in need of your particular expertise and small cities and local governments who need your services on a per diem basis. Start a search online monster, newpapers, send out adverstisements etc......

Kristin Said:

What to do about my sister shattering my privacy at a time of devastating loss?

We Answered:

She is a selfish, horrible excuse for a human being and sister. You should cut off all ties with her for many reasons, mainly because you can avoid relying on her and to be rid of a negative person in your life. People who are manipulative always tries to victimize themselves at any opportunity they possibly can. To collapse and cry about their lives when you loss your husband is a bit much. I have known many of them and have completely cut them out of my life and let me tell you, my life is a hell of a lot better without them. I hope you and your kids are okay and that you will find the strength to make yourself happy and independent. I think your husband would want you to be happy. Take care.

Christina Said:

would anyone please proof read this paper please?

We Answered:

too late - Soldier's Home - times saying - in the afternoons -never allowed - sometimes the latter is harder - weather away or hear does not sound right.

Debra Said:

My wife is having some issues with at her non-profit job; could anyone in accounting answer this?

We Answered:

how about you cut to the chase........

after reading all of this it is really hard to determine what you actually want to know..........

edit the question to include very specific, short questions that get to the point.

Mildred Said:

Renting from family member who wants cash only?

We Answered:

Pay her with money orders and keep the receipts. Her desire not to have a paper trail for the IRS ius not your problem.

"She's not avoiding the IRS. She turns in the income every year" - do you do her taxes? DO you see her returns? If not, how could you possibly know? If she reports it, then she should have no problem taking a check.

I don't see how this person can charge you for a car they never owned?

Bruce Said:

I am looking for a job to work from home, preferably online. Does anyone have any suggestions?

We Answered:

I could introduce you to a Health Product line that is usually sold in person but could be sold on-line, but you would have to figure out how to set up a web site or advertising. It would cost you about $35.00 for the initial sales kit and shipping costs. E-mail me if you want further information.