Grant Writing Basics and Advanced Grant Writing with Fort Hays State University. Certificate Workshops.

Volunteer Registration: Smoke Alarm Installation Day

Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2025

Time: 8:00 AM – until complete

Check-In Location: City Hall, 806 N 2nd Ave, Dodge City, KS

Certificate Program with Fort Hays State University: Excel Training

• Intro to Excel
  Perfect for beginners, this workshop builds confidence with Excel’s basic features. Learn navigation (tabs, ribbons, menus), create worksheets from scratch, and practice merging, freezing, and adding rows/columns. Explore formulas vs. functions, discover shortcuts, and enhance your skills with charts, graphs, and formatting tools.

• Intermediate Excel
  Ideal for those with basic skills who want to work smarter. Dive into sorting and filtering data, use the Analysis ToolPak for descriptive statistics, and explore What-If and logical statements. Learn data validation, experiment with PivotTables and PivotCharts, and get hands-on support to tackle real data challenges.

Stoni Beauchamp, CEO and Owner of Ai-Dapt Academy will share his knowledge on AI technologies. The first session is designed to introduce business owners to the core concepts of AI, with a strong focus on Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT.  Participants will gain a solid understanding of how AI is shaping the business landscape and practical ways to integrate AI into daily operations.  The second session builds on the morning session fundamentals, diving into how AI can be integrated with other technologies and automation systems.  The focus will be a hands-on AI beyond Large Language Models.

Step into leadership with confidence. This training equips new and emerging supervisors with the core skills they need to succeed—covering communication, conflict resolution, delegation, employee engagement, and performance management. Whether you’re new to supervising or looking to sharpen your leadership toolkit, Supervisor Essentials provides practical strategies to lead effectively, build stronger teams, and drive results.

Free Class

Participants will learn the steps/procedures necessary to become a licensed childcare provider. Benefits to becoming a childcare provider include earning an income from home, tax deductions, meaningful job, positive impact on children, and owning your own business.

Dreaming of being your own boss? Join FranNet for Franchise 101, an engaging presentation on the essentials of franchising. Learn how franchising works, explore opportunities, and discover the steps, resources, and support available to help you determine if franchise ownership is the right path to turn your entrepreneurial goals into reality.

Learn to manage your business finances with confidence using QuickBooks! This beginner-friendly course covers key features, including income and expense tracking, bank reconciliation, invoicing, payroll basics, and financial reporting. It’s perfect for small business owners, office managers, and entrepreneurs.

This interactive grant writing session is facilitated by Nancy Daniels, Community Vitality Specialist, K-State Research and Extension. Lunch Provided. Limited spots available.

Workshop topics include:

·       Conquer your grant writing fears and start writing;

·       Sources of data for community needs (where do you find the numbers to back up your request?);

·       Where to find grants;

·       Practicing the grant writing elements: Problem, Outcomes, Activities, Evaluation and Budget.

Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Ashley Still, your local Small Business Development Center advisor, untangles the startup process and guides you through 10 essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses, taxes, business structure, funding, and more with clear explanations and actions to take!

Tuesday, May 29, 2025

9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Intro

1:00 PM- 4:00 PM Intermediate

University/Training Center

236 San Jose

Dodge City KS, 67801

Enter in the Northeast Entrance

Join us for dinner and an informational session about the Southwest Kansas Registered Apprenticeship Program hosted by the Dodge City/Ford County Development Corporation!

Come and enjoy dinner while you learn about getting an affordable Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. Please bring your transcript if you'd like to see what the program would look like for you. Cohort begins in Fall 2025!

Free Class

Megan Welsh, Convention and Visitors Bureau Director, and Heather Trent, Tourism Coordinator, will share their knowledge on customer service and hospitality.

Topics Include:

· Hospitality overview and the impact in Dodge City

· Improving hospitality service

· When problems arise

· Small actions equal big results

Unlock the power of critical thinking and problem-solving in this interactive, hands-on workshop designed for working adults. Learn how to identify biases, analyze situations logically, and make sound decisions using proven frameworks like Root Cause Analysis and decision trees. Through real-world case studies and team exercises, you'll gain practical tools to tackle workplace challenges with confidence and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, this session will help you sharpen your mind and solve problems more effectively.

Come and enjoy lunch while you learn about getting an affordable Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. Please bring your transcript if you'd like to see what the program would look like for you. Cohort begins in Fall 2025!

Program Objectives

Participants will engage in discussions and activities that highlight the benefits of a multigenerational workforce. We’ll cover topics such as:

• Key characteristics and expectations of each generation

• Strategies for effective communication and conflict resolution

• Leveraging generational diversity for creative problem-solving

• Building an organizational culture that values contributions from all age groups

This program is designed for current and aspiring supervisors who seek to foster a positive and productive work environment through effective team management and support. Through interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world scenarios, participants will explore key topics such as Setting Expectations, Goal Setting, Delegating Work, Providing Feedback, and Conflict Resolution. 

By the end of the program, participants will build the confidence and skills necessary to supervise others with clarity and purpose, driving success for both individuals and the organization. Join us to enhance your leadership abilities and make a meaningful impact in your workplace! 

Topics Include:

• State Requirements

• Early Childhood Education Degree

Program

• Technical Assistance

• Food Program

• Small Business Development Center

• Available Resources

Meet prospective employers with a variety of full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions open and ready to fill. Some employers will be offering on-site interviews and hiring incentives. iPads will be available for filling out online only applications.

This training will discuss the common roots of workplace conflict and management strategies. Practical tips on how to give critical feedback and how to communicate through conflict will be offered. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to harness the power that conflict has to contribute to organizational innovation and stronger relationships. After completing this course, a certificate from Fort Hays State University will be given to all participants.  Lunch is provided!  

What you will learn:

• how to critically evaluate requests for proposals

and interpret funder guidelines

• how to develop logic models, project work plans, and appropriate timelines

• a strategic approach to writing the components of a proposal

• when to contact program and grant officers - and what to say

• proven methods designed to increase the probability of funding

• strategies designed to improve resubmissions

Topics Include:

·      Learn how to leverage AI in your business.

·      Live demonstrations and break-out sessions.

·      Understand opportunities and risks of current generation AI.

·      Learn what is coming next.

Participants will learn the steps/procedures necessary to become a licensed child care provider. Benefits of becoming a child care provider include earning an income from home, tax deductions, a meaningful job, positive impact on children, and owning your own business.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Intro

1:00 PM- 4:00 PM Intermediate

University/Training Center

236 San Jose

Dodge City KS, 67801

Enter in the Northeast Entrance