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2024 holiday wish list: nonprofit edition

Candid

And if the paperwork requirements cant be reduced, can nonprofits use generative AI for grant writing? Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? In 2023, Candid asked our funders for unrestricted support for projects we believed would make the biggest impact for the sector at large.

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FreeWill Acquires AI-Driven GrantAssistant

The NonProfit Times

Grant Assistant is a vertical application built on top of industry leading AI technologies but really we are workflow focused,” said Mustafa Hasnain, founder and CEO of GrantAssistant. The beta version was started during early 2023 and the 1.0 version launched in April of this year. We couldn’t be happier.”

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​Choosing the right certification: a guide to grant writing credentials for professionals

Grant Professionals Association

There is no degree in grant writing. Typically, grant professionals learn on the job through trial and error, plus there are vast numbers of classes, webinars, and articles to read on writing grants. I'm Allison Jones, the CEO and Founder of Spark the Fire Grant Writing Classes. in Adult Education.

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Part 1: Behind the Curtain: What We Learned from Playing the Role of Reviewer

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Our team recently had the invaluable experience of serving as volunteer reviewers for grant applications for the “ Unfunded List.” ” Our President, Diane, has been serving as a reviewer since 2016, and members of our team have been serving as reviewers as well since 2023.

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How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

GrantNews

Because of this, grants are a vital element to our society. To illustrate, On January 5, 2023, the bipartisan supported Food Donation Improvement Act (FDIA) was signed into law. However, it is important that grant-seekers research grant funders to ensure the grant’s mission is aligned with their cause.

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What 2025 Grant Trends Are Teaching Nonprofits

Grant Writing Made Easy

AI Tools Are Reshaping Grant Writing and Reviewing At Grant Writing Made Easier, we’ve been championing responsible AI use since 2023 , and the 2025 grant trends are underscoring that this trend isn’t going anywhere. Grant writing is no longer just about strong narratives.

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Grant Writing Tip: Using federal grants to fund building or purchasing/renovating a building

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

In practice, this means almost any type of facility that can somehow be justified through the magic of grant writing. billion in grants and direct/guaranteed loans* were made. In FY ‘23, $3.8 PWEAA supports long-term community or regional economic development efforts.