Dear Friends and Colleagues,
We have been proud to partner with the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC) and the West Virginia Council on Community and Technical Education (WVCCTE) in the development of several major federal grant applications, including Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants (SCC6), Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), and Talent Search proposals.
A key part of this work has been the highly collaborative approach taken throughout the grants development process. Over the past month, our team has worked closely with system leadership, college partners, program staff, and stakeholders across West Virginia to shape competitive proposals grounded in shared priorities, institutional goals, and student needs.
Through planning sessions, strategy discussions, writing development, and cross-team coordination, this partnership has brought together perspectives from across the system to strengthen each application. That collaborative process has helped ensure proposals reflect both statewide priorities and the unique strengths of individual institutions and communities.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to support HEPC and WVCCTE in this work and proud to contribute to efforts that expand educational access, strengthen workforce pathways, and create new opportunities for students across the state.
Warm regards,
Mason
