Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. To bot or not to bot: Using generative AI in grantwriting by David Holmes and Kristin Hanlin, Candid. Theres no doubt that the impact of generative AI was top of mind for many across all sectors, but for nonprofit fundraisers, that is the question.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Alice Rossignol, Nonprofit Consultant Avoid AI Shortcuts and Put Yourself in the Donor’s Shoes Some suggest grant writing can be done by AI. Sheila Ryan from the New Hampshire SPCA A Checklist of Tips for Your Grant Application Process Start early with your grant applications. Good luck with your applications!

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Generative AI technologies have made it possible for users to transform raw information—quickly and easily—into a presentable and readable form. Although there is concern about how generative AI affects the integrity of written work and images, there is also hope that responsible adoption can boost the social sector’s impact.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 3, 2024

AI writing is the wave of the future. Lately, it seems I can hardly open a newsletter, attend a training, or look at a conference schedule without seeing the word AI popping up everywhere. Since AI writing has become more accessible and received a lot of very positive press, you may be wondering if AI can write grants for you.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Eligible companies are in the following business sectors: cybersecurity, AI and machine technology, climate technology, financial technology, energy, health, and aerospace. Eligible research projects will be translational or clinical and will be directly applicable to sarcoma. The fellowship program will fund research and writing.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JUNE 5, 2024

It seems like new AI platforms and enhanced AI technology are popping up every day. But, is AI really going to take over the writing world? With all of the positive press about AI writing platforms, we had to see what all the fuss was about. Read this article to see: What can AI do that a human can’t?

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

But when you are a lean staff and a tool comes along that can act as an unpaid intern, it’s no surprise that the philanthropic industry has jumped on AI adoption, even more than for-profit businesses. Here are some of the tips Peter shared for creating an AI policy that your organization will actually use.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 15, 2024

Grant writers are often the unsung heroes of the application process. They parse the grant documentation to understand if their organization is a good fit, they gather information from throughout the organization, and they mold it into an engaging story about the important work the organization is doing. Try to fill it out yourself.

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is radically changing the way organizations work. From programs that make complex data-based decisions to applications that transcribe spoken words into text, AI offers new opportunities to do things more creatively and efficiently. We then incorporated these guidelines into our employee policies.

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GrantNews

MARCH 27, 2025

In addition to a cash award, applicants receive access to mentoring, working spaces, and opportunity to participate in future competitions. Successful applicants receive coaching and mentorship, deals and perks from a variety of companies, opportunities to make a pitch to investors, and support upon completion of the program.

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

It feels like 2023 has become the year of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Generative AI products, such as ChatGPT, are examples of a branch of AI called machine learning, which is concerned with learning from data to surface trends and predictions. As these technologies mature, so do their applications.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Amid all the talk about generative AI, fundraisers, especially grantwriters, may be asking themselves: Am I out of a job?  Generative AI is a type of artificial intelligence that creates new content, such as text, images, or other media by learning from and combining pieces of existing data. How can generative AI help grantwriters?

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

If you work for a nonprofit and want to learn how to use artificial intelligence (AI) and low-code automation to create your own digital solutions, applications, dashboards, and workflows, you are not alone. But what is low-code and how is it related to AI? What Is Low-Code and What Does It Have to Do with AI?

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Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

Even when your grant review process involves internal staff or people who have reviewed applications before, it can still be a bumpy process. This includes a formal grading rubric that aligns the questions on your application to specific metrics. Your GMS provides a single place for all the information reviewers need to be successful.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 30, 2023

As we prepare for the second half of 2023, it’s vital to take a moment and consider the exciting developments on the horizon in the realm of ChatGPT and generative AI, and more specifically, how these advancements could influence the landscape of grant writing.

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GrantNews

MAY 27, 2025

Small businesses will also have early access to Google’s AI models, Google expertise, and Cloud credits and support. Applicants submit information about their game and users vote for their favorite. For more information, you can also visit the GrantWatch FAQ page.

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GrantNews

APRIL 18, 2025

Imagine a computer that thinks more like the human brain; learning, adapting, and processing complex information with lightning speed and minimal energy. BIC aims to replicate these functions by developing hardware and software that mimic the brain’s natural information transfer systems. Thats where GrantWatch steps in.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

And yet, many grantmakers leave duplicate records, incomplete contacts, and incorrectly formatted information littered throughout their GMS, waiting to be scooped up in reports. A strong data governance framework helps you build confidence in your data so you can make more informed decisions and be prepared for unexpected changes.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 19, 2024

This year’s bbcon has more sessions for grantmaking organizations than ever before, featuring ways to improve your application process, strengthen your data management, and preparing your organization for the future. Want a better look at the new applicant experience? Here is what you can expect from the 2024 bbcon grantmaking lineup.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2025

Though it can vary by form and approach, start by requiring only essential information. If you need additional information (such as employer name), consider making those fields optional to reduce barriers to giving and avoid additional friction in the process. Typically, name, email, and payment details should be the minimum.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

Smaller shares of grantmakers providing technology and tools, unrestricted funding The good news is that a significant majority of funders are now committed to streamlining grant applications (67%) and reporting processes (56%). Furthermore, the shift toward paperless payments is becoming the norm, with 72% of funders adopting this practice.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Your staff will thank you too, since the database manager will keep them trained and informed. Especially with the advent of AI , things are shaking up right now in CRM tech. Nearly 60% of early adopters reported higher total revenue, compared with 45% overall. This often leads to interesting possibilities for greater efficiency.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 25, 2025

Tools such as Instrumentl, Foundation Directory, GrantStation, and even AI chatbots make prospect research easier, but it is a time-consuming and nuanced process to use them effectively. in Religion from Vanderbilt University, a Masters Degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Illinois, and a B.A.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2025

At the same time, AI is changing how job seekers find and apply for positions and how hiring managers process applications. Dont be afraid to use AI to your advantage. Career-related and job-posting platforms like Indeed, Idealist, and LinkedIn are leveraging AI to better match opportunities to job seekers.

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GrantNews

MARCH 1, 2024

Artificial Intelligence – or what’s commonly referred to as AI – is the newest dimension of technology-related communication considered to have both the greatest potential, as well as one of the greatest challenges, facing us today. What Is ChatGPT and AI? What exactly is this AI Bot?

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Qgiv

MARCH 27, 2023

For most nonprofit professionals, AI seems like a far-off fictional concept, bound to sci-fi adventures that we watch or read. But ChatGPT has made AI an incredibly accessible and easy-to-use tool for anyone with an internet connection. In fact, the AI gained over one million users in just five days after it launched!

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Blackbaud

APRIL 28, 2025

Use data insights from your scholarship management system to identify students engaging with scholarship opportunitieswhether theyre clicking on scholarship links, starting applications, or inquiring about financial aid. Customize Applicant Scoring for Strategic Impact The scholarship candidate review process does not have to be painful.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 1, 2024

Managing multiple grant applications simultaneously can be a daunting task, whether you’re working for a single client or juggling the needs of multiple clients. Below, we’ll explore practical steps to streamline your grant application process and ensure you meet all deadlines without compromising on quality.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2024

Whether you’re interested in learning about responsible AI, cybersecurity, APIs , staff empowerment, or something specific about Blackbaud software , we’ve got a session for you. Responsible AI: What It Means for Your School Presented by Hiram Cuevas of St. Yet humans need information for audits, budgeting, and reconciliation.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Where to Find Foundation Research Grants Researchers can find funding through several specialized databases that give detailed information about foundation research grants. This 67-year-old platform has extensive information about U.S. Alliance members often announce open calls for applications or nominations. million grants.

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2023

In this article, we’ll be taking a deep dive into ChatGPT and how nonprofits can utilize AI to augment their nonprofit fundraising efforts. ChatGPT (Chat Generated Paragraph Techniques) is an advanced natural language processing tool to provide information and cobble content together based on prompts entered by a user. What is ChatGPT?

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Grants4Good

JUNE 17, 2023

If you need a primer on AI, check out my blog on AI and ChatGPT: What is it and how do I use it? Philip: Grantable is a world-class grant writing assistant for any organization, powered by generative AI language models. Philip: Information in Grantable accounts is completely private to the users in the account.

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Sharpshooter Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology. Let’s start with the negatives.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 24, 2023

A Professor’s Guide to Integrating AI in the Classroom: Harnessing the Power of Generative AI in Teaching Writing In an era defined by rapidly advancing technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of various industries and our daily lives. In such instances, AI can step in to break the ice.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2023

AI and automation are expected to cause massive disruptions in many professions. According to Forbes , 25% of all jobs are expected to be negatively impacted by AI in the next 5 years. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 20, 2024

Whether you want to hear about product updates like automated payments and AI or brush up on fund accounting best practices, you don’t want to miss these bbcon 2024 financial management sessions. Members of the Financial Edge NXT product team will present on how automated payments and AI advancements are coming to your accounts payable.

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Blackbaud

MAY 16, 2024

Grantmakers are swimming in a sea of information. Applications, proposals, progress reports, impact metrics – the data collected throughout the grantmaking lifecycle is vast and ever-growing. Strong data governance and data management can help grantmakers navigate the overwhelming amount of information available.

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