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We live in the digital age. As such, we spend a large part of our daily lives sitting in front of our computers and hunched over our smartphones. We work, connect with friends, shop, and share our lives on the web. However, amidst the conveniences of ordering ahead for food, swiping through our favorite social media platforms, and playing hours of addictive games, potential dangers lurk. The concept of Connect and Protect is something we should all take to heart. What does it mean? It\u2019s easy, it means taking steps to enhance our online security to protect ourselves against viable threats like phishing and spoofing and identity theft. In addition, we should also focus our safety lens on areas we don’t always consider as a viable threat, doomscrolling. Think of Connect and Protect as a mantra to repeat anytime you’re online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

GrantWatch<\/a><\/strong> strongly supports the concept of Connect and Protect. In fact, since today marks Safer Internet Day, we have important information for you with regard to protecting yourself online and when searching for grants. And finally, we offer our subscribers a list of dynamic grants that address computers, technologies, accessibility, and connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phishers and Scammers, and Thieves, Oh My!<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Phishing and Spoofing:<\/strong> Don\u2019t fall for hook, line and cyber sinkers! Ever get an email and text message claiming to have money for you in exchange for your bank account number? Phishers and Spoofers tend to take on the persona of trusted sources to gather information from you in bits and pieces until they have what they need to access things like your finances. Now, stop and consider for a moment, that these scammers can also infiltrate our favorite social networks too. What’s the ultimate goal? It’s to steal your identity for monetary gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connect and Protect:<\/strong> Your best defense? Trust your instincts before clicking anything that seems off. Always be skeptical of unsolicited emails or messages asking for sensitive information. Legitimate organizations won’t request your password or credit card number out of the blue. Additionally, hover your curser over suspicious links to reveal original URLs, and double-check the sender’s email address. You might also consider taking it a step farther and protecting your online identity. Use a handle and lock up your privacy settings. Also, don’t participate in innocent seeming games, quizzes, and surveys. Yes, they are amusing, however, many contain malware that gather personal identifiable information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>Navigating the Abyss of Endless Content<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Abyss Looking Back:<\/strong> Let\u2019s change gears for a moment and consider safe internet usage from a different perspective. Is it possible, do you think, to get too much of a good thing? Enter doomscrolling, the habit of endlessly scrolling through negative news online, fueling anxiety and stress. What\u2019s more, you may not even actively seek out negative streams. Comment sections are littered with negativity and it\u2019s easy to fall down an unhealthy rabbit hole. According to the National Academy of Sciences there is a connection between doomscrolling and a sharp decline in mental and physical health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connect and Protect: <\/strong>The best means to avoid doomscrolling is knowledge. It\u2019s a fact, knowledge is power. Begin by limiting your screen time. Simply put, take breaks. In addition, avoid stressors. Yes, this means certain topics, no matter how invested you are, should also be be limited. Take control of the information you consume and balance it with different perspectives and topics. Finally, take a regular inventory of your emotional well-being. Recognize negative feelings before they spiral and make a plan. Take a walk, call a friend, watch  some truly awful tv\u2014whatever it takes to protect your well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s This Got to do With Grants?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Grant Funding:<\/strong> So, what does this have to do with grants? That\u2019s an interesting question. Picture this: you open an email that promises to give you access to unlimited grant funding\u2014even though you never applied. Or, let’s say you receive a call from someone who says they are a government official, and guess what, they have a grant for you as long as you confirm some vital details for them. Both opportunities sound like a dream, right? Nope, you guessed right, they are scams, and potentially disastrous ones at that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connect and Protect:<\/strong> Don\u2019t fall for fake websites, emails, and phone calls that guarantee you grant funding. There is never a guarantee when it comes to grants and you must always apply. Also, delete or quarantine strange emails without opening them if you can and certainly never engage with the sender. In addition, it\u2019s best not to answer or even acknowledge texts and calls from names and numbers of people you don\u2019t know. The biggest reason not to respond has to do, once again, with information gathering, and more importantly, consent gathering. Legitimate businesses allow you to opt in and opt out of services, but scammers can use underhanded means to obtain your consent. Once your verbal consent is obtained, they have the means to commit fraud against you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Takeaway<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In conclusion, the World Wide Web is a exciting space to inhabit, but it also requires skepticism and caution. Connect and protect by staying vigilant, educating yourself, and taking steps to ensure you are protected online. To that end, GrantWatch has prepared a list of grants that we hope will help <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grants, Contracts, and Funding Opportunities<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Cybersecurity<\/a><\/strong>: Grants to colleges and nonprofits for projects related to cybersecurity. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Programs that Benefit Women and Girls<\/a><\/strong>: Funding for organizations for programs benefiting women and girls and addresses internet safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Programs that Benefit Local Youth<\/a><\/strong>: Grants of up to $1,500 to nonprofits, government entities, and schools to educate teen users about internet safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Prevent Terrorist Attacks<\/a><\/strong>: Grants to nonprofits to enhance organizational physical and cyber security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Technology-Based Projects<\/a><\/strong>: Contracts for services to hospitals and healthcare providers for technology-based projects.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Additional Opportunities and In-Kind Donations<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Expand Online Reach<\/a><\/strong>: In-kind support to businesses to help an array of activities including initiating internet security measures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Initiatives Addressing Inclusivity<\/a><\/strong>: Grants to charities and nonprofits for initiatives addressing inclusivity. Funding also addresses cybersecurity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Improve Organizational Security<\/a><\/strong>: Grants to nonprofit and faith-based organizations to improve organizational cyber security measures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Advance Digital Equity for Students<\/a><\/strong>: In-kind donations of technology and internet service to schools and colleges in multiple states to advance digital equity for students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Internet Commerce Development<\/a><\/strong>: Grants to women and minority-owned small businesses to develop marketing through internet commerce projects.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      About GrantWatch<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      With close to 8,000 grants<\/a> currently available, GrantWatch.com<\/a> is the leading grant listing directory. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ plan <\/a>to view the full details of current grants, including eligibility criteria and application information. For more information, you can also visit the GrantWatch FAQ<\/a> page. To see the great value of the top 20 GrantWatch features, click here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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