How has the recent slowdown in the U.S. economy and the fears of terrorism affected access to grants?
The only result is an increase in grant spending by the Federal Government. As you noticed on the homepage, for example, there are now many grants available for those severely impacted by the events of September 11. How difficult is it to obtain a grant? The difficulty of obtaining grants depends on the type of grant and the value of the grant. There is always a process involved, such as writing a proposal, letter or filling in an application. Many grants are relatively easy to obtain. How long will it take to get a grant? The length of time largely depends on what type of grant you are applying for. It can also depend on the monetary value of the grant. Generally, expect the process to take between three weeks to two months. How will my poor credit history affect my ability to get a grant? A bad credit history has no impact at all on your application for grant money. Grant money is different from a loan. Grant money (from the Government) comes out of your tax dollars and does not need
