FEDSPROUT SPECIALIZES IN
THE FOUR PILLARS OF COMMUNITY BENEFITS
1. COMMUNITY AND LABOR ENGAGEMENT
Engagement, and/or formal agreement with labor unions, local government, tribal entities, and other community organizations that are representative of the community and serve the interest of its most vulnerable members.
2. INVESTMENT IN THE
AMERICAN WORKFORCE
Creation and retention of quality jobs that provide competitive wages, benefits, and career development support.
3. ADVANCING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ACCESSIBILITY (DEIA)
Active support for initiatives and partnerships focused on removing systemic barriers to opportunity that disproportionately affect vulnerable and underrepresented populations. (e.g., women, LGBTQIA+, and/or BIPOC individuals)
4. THE JUSTICE40
INITIATIVE
Allocation of at least 40% of quantifiable project benefits to Disadvantaged Communities (DACs).
At Fedsprout, we understand that every organization has their own unique challenges and opportunities to address their community and organization needs. We develop customized Community Benefits Plans to maximize benefits and reduce negative impacts from technology development and deployment. Our 3-stage process ensures your CBP aligns seamlessly with your organization and the communities you serve, empowering you to make a tangible difference.
Step 1: Discover Opportunities
- Identify gaps and opportunities in your existing community engagement practices, workforce development initiatives, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) efforts.
- Evaluate your current relationships with stakeholders and community organizations to maximize engagement and collaboration.
- Understand the unique needs and challenges of disadvantaged communities (DACs) within your service area to tailor your approach accordingly.
Step 2: Design Your Plan
- Develop a comprehensive Community Benefits Plan based on the insights gathered in Step 1.
- Craft strategies to address identified gaps and opportunities, ensuring alignment with federal agency requirements and funding criteria.
- Create measurable goals and milestones to track progress and impact, promoting accountability and transparency.
Step 3: Drive Continuous Improvement
- Implement initiatives to enhance your Community Benefits Plan over time, responding to evolving needs and feedback.
- Foster new partnerships and collaboration opportunities with labor organizations, non-profits, and community stakeholders.
- Continuously evaluate and refine your strategies to ensure effectiveness and maximize positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
Other Plans: Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Research (PIER) Plans
Fedsprout supports businesses performing research and development to create both DEI and PIER plans.
A PIER Plan is your roadmap for Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Research. It outlines project-specific activities fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).
Fedsprout specializes in crafting PIER Plans that meet the evolving requirements of the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science (OS) and National Lab funding opportunities. Other DOE offices require a DEI plan to be submitted for research and development projects.
FEDSPROUT’S TEAM OF EXPERTS
Community
Engagement
Specialists
Sustainability
Specialists
Environmental
Science Experts
Community
Benefits Plan
Writers
DEI Experts
Environmental
Justice
Specialists
Workforce
Development
Experts
