Trump’s Federal Funding Pause and Reversal: What It Means for Governments, Nonprofits, and Businesses

In a dramatic policy shift, President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on all federal loans and grants just two days ago, sending shockwaves through state and local governments, higher education institutions, nonprofits, and businesses that rely on federal funding for critical infrastructure, research, and operations. However, today, the administration rescinded the pause, offering relief … Read more

Transforming Communities with Strategic Infrastructure Investments

At Levitate Legal & Consulting, we pride ourselves on helping nonprofits and local governments secure funding for transformative projects that improve communities. Jasmane Trotter, Senior Project Manager, stays informed about funding opportunities to provide the best strategies for our clients. Recently, she explored an exciting development from the U.S. Department of Transportation: the announcement of … Read more

Parking Reform: A Crucial Step in Community Sustainability

By Jasmane Trotter, Senior Project Manager, Levitate Legal & Consulting As part of Levitate Legal & Consulting’s commitment to staying at the forefront of innovative strategies for nonprofit and local government clients, I recently attended the U.S. DOT Climate Change Center Webinar Series: Parking Reform, City of Philadelphia. This session explored how rethinking parking policies can … Read more

15 Components of an Impactful Strategic Plan

What is an idea if it lacks a vision for transformation? Strategic planning is crucial for the future impact of governments, nonprofits, and corporate entities alike. It provides a comprehensive framework that outlines long-term goals and the methods necessary to achieve them. While the specific components may vary based on the organization and its objectives, … Read more

Prepping Your Community for Electric Vehicles

The widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is inevitable. Levitate Legal would welcome the opportunity to be your thought-partner in this endeavor, including seeking funding support in the form of federal grants. Here are 10 key actions your community should consider now to stay ahead of the curve: Charging Infrastructure: Develop and expand the charging infrastructure network throughout … Read more

Susan Kennedy: 32 Powerful and Influential Alabamians to know

By Apryl Marie Fogel via altoday.com – It’s true, the words “powerful and influential” can be vague and subjective. However, it’s fair to say among the universally accepted definitions within politics and policy is an individual’s ability to create change, start a conversation, influence the public or public officials, move an agenda forward or stop … Read more