The N.C. Cooperative Extension, in collaboration with Johnson C. Smith University, will offer a two-part training session this Saturday on strategies and tips for the grant writing and non-profit application process from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cabarrus County Center, 715 Cabarrus Ave. W., Concord.

Cabarrus County citizens will receive pertinent information on what grantors look for when reviewing requests for funding; learn how to get funded; review the do and don’t tips of the application process and; obtain assistance for obtaining non-profit 501 c(3) status.

Presenters are Dr. Diane Bowles, assistant vice president and Title III director, and Angela Jeter, continuing education director of Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte.

There is no cost. Registration is required by calling 704-920-3310. For more information, contact Minnie Mitchell, extension agent, at minnie_mitchell@ncsu.edu.