Candid

JANUARY 21, 2025

AI is transforming industries, and the nonprofit sector is no exception. For resource-strapped organizations, AI holds enormous promise. But AI adoption comes with challenges. The inequity in AI adoption today has parallels to the early days of seat belt installation in cars.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 15, 2025

But there’s good news: your grant process is about to become much easier and more strategic, thanks to our brand-new AI Grants Hub. After spending more than a year refining, testing, and perfecting this innovative platform, we’re thrilled to announce that the AI Grants Hub has officially launched! The best part?

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

While it is no surprise that trends are leaning towards AI and tech tools, you may be surprised to see how nonprofits might use AI. For example, AI can help a team build new and creative ways to connect donors and ensure they feel appreciated. In truth, most of us are already using AI on a daily basis.

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

However, things like the advancement of AI, economic restructuring, and remote working, also make the list. Because of this, you will see an increase in In-Kind Grant Support from funders who donate software, development services, training, and more to help nonprofits. We should expect to see a continued AI trend in 2025.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

We’re living in an era of technological advancements, AI, and data-driven fundraising solutions that can take your nonprofit organization to the next level. If you’re ready to move beyond grants, let’s get started! It is always a bonus if your team has personal qualities like integrity, leadership skills, and outstanding manners.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

Just as you shouldnt use AI to write your grant applications , you shouldnt use Google or AI to search for opportunities. While these tools have their shortcomings and require practice to navigate successfully, databases provide much higher quality results when compared to Google or AI search tools.

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Candid

JANUARY 13, 2025

These resources, which range from YouTube training videos to help articles , can get you the support you need regardless of skill or experience level. Now were pairing these knowledge sources with AI tools to answer your questions more holistically and guide you to the most essential information more effectively. Why an AI assistant?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In minutes, a data check query can bring me up to speed with a spreadsheet containing all the organizations CRM goals, projects, and training needs by category. Your staff will thank you too, since the database manager will keep them trained and informed.

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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. International fellowships of $8,000 to conservation professionals for a one-month training program.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 19, 2025

These regional reports explore the changing landscape of nonprofit fundraising in each area and offer a thorough overview of the social impact sector in 2025, aiding nonprofits and education providers to evaluate their performance in the AI era. Predictive AI use is still more limited globally.

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Candid

APRIL 24, 2025

With an unprecedented level of online connection and the rapid advancement of generative AI, these days hackers can bypass security with assistance from an AI chatbot. Employee training: Security is about more than just technologyits about people. Accessing and exchanging data is an inevitable part of our everyday lives.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 7, 2025

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. AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and Notion are now standard in nonprofit offices. Verify everything.

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Candid

JANUARY 30, 2025

Today, Candid and PND are working to leverage AI technologies to deliver news with even greater speed, depth, and precision. As AI changes how we gather and share information, Candid is excited about how these technologies can enhance our news offerings.

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Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

Require reviewers to participate in training so you create a consistent understanding of the requirements and rubric. Your training should also show them how to apply the requirements based on the goals of the program. This could be a good use case for a generative AI tool (just make sure you have a good AI policy in place first).

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GrantNews

JULY 16, 2025

AI Startup Funding & Me n torship Startup founders from the U.S., Beyond financial backing, participants will gain early access to cutting-edge AI models, cloud credits, and dedicated technical support to accelerate their innovation and growth. 5 Current Grant Funding Opportunities for Startups: 1. Click here to learn more.

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HSF House

APRIL 10, 2025

Thats when I dropped a message in a group chat: Anyone else interested in AI? We utilized both AI-generated and recorded assets to build the app, which helped reduce costs and gave me insights about using, what was at the time, cutting edge technology. Not long after, I received an invitation to join MLab.

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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. She holds a Ph.D. 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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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2025

Longwood University uses AI to identify best-fit prospects : See how it works For Frank Jenkins, Managing Director at the Austin Chamber Music Center, employing technology-enhanced personalization as a beta tester of the AI assistant, WIZE , has helped him produce significantly higher response rates from donors.

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Strategic Grants

JUNE 23, 2025

AI – Artificial Intelligence One of the standouts for me, was the Day Two Plenary by Priya Lakhani, OBE. Priya explained AI to delegates that made it so easy to understand from a mathematical and technical perspective. Maths is the foundation of AI. It is also important to remember that AI is not new.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

You can even use AI tools to analyze your writing and reveal blind spots or weaknesses. When a new administrative assistant trained in finance started asking questions and challenging the process, it created tension. Rewrite any sections that seem unclear or assume knowledge the reviewer may not have.

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Blackbaud

JULY 31, 2025

Staff training and development: Provides for the ongoing education and professional growth of nurses, doctors, and other medical personnel. Direct service delivery: Funds the core programs that provide food, shelter, counseling, job training, or crisis intervention.

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GrantNews

JUNE 26, 2025

These days, it’s easy to rely on our electronic devices and AI for everything, including communication and creative work. Emerging Artists for Career Development and Training Grants to art students and emerging artists to pursue career development and training opportunities. Arts and Writing Grants 1.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

Tip: Link training back to your active grant calendar. Invest in templates and training Smart tools pay for themselves. High-quality templates and concise training can save hours of work—and increase proposal clarity and competitiveness. Being part of a community keeps you motivated and sharpens your strategy.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 29, 2025

How the AI Grants Hub™ Brings Order to the Chaos The AI Grants Hub™ was built specifically to eliminate that friction. The Hub stores, organizes, and seamlessly integrates your calendar, task management, funder data, proposal drafts, templates, and AI-powered support. This isn’t just about being organized.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 21, 2025

We’ve created a streamlined approach to grant writing with tools designed to help you leverage past efforts for future wins: the AI Grants Hub™, featuring the Standard Grant Narrative, the Grant Application Library, and the Organizational Documents Library. When used with Notion AI, the benefits multiply. Check them out here.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 31, 2025

And it’s what the AI Grants Hub™ was built to support. The Hub provides structure without rigidity, clarity without control, and AI support that enhances your thinking instead of replacing it. The Hub provides structure without rigidity, clarity without control, and AI support that enhances your thinking instead of replacing it.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 23, 2025

In the age of AI and short attention spans, generic partnership decks are getting ignored. Think: DEI, brand positioning, employee engagement, community trust Example: Youre a workforce development nonprofit helping women reenter the job market through skills training and career coaching. Guess what? The new standard?

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 30, 2024

. ** Ethical Issues Arise As Big Donors Get Personalized Service [link] ** 10 Ideas For Healthcare Staff Wellness [link] ** AI Helps Getting To Answers Faster When Trained [link] ** MacKenzie Scott Launches Website With Contact Details TBA [link] ** Developing Responsible AI Policy For Civil Society bit.ly/3URhZuU

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

While these declines may reflect a return to normal from the surge in technology funding during the pandemic, in the era of AI and increased security risks, nonprofits need adequate technology resources more than ever.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Equity In A Tech-Driven World The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies increases the digital divide within the nonprofit sector. While the digital divide poses a significant challenge, the ethical implications of AI present another critical concern for the nonprofit sector.

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Library Grants

MARCH 17, 2025

Pacific ACRL and the Elsevier Foundation are providing a pilot community of practice program, entitled Bridging the Gap: An AI Community of Practice. A train-the-trainer model will enable early-career librarians to extend AI knowledge and skills within their institutions and communities.

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Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

The tools you can use are constantly changing – including the use of AI and machine learning ad models – so stay up-to-date on the latest advertising best practices and how to leverage them across formats. Experiment with Facebook Ads (⏰ 1 Hour) Create targeted ads to boost event attendance or donation campaigns.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 29, 2025

Thanks to technology, especially AI, we are all corporate partnership experts now - or aren't we? While digital tools and AI provide efficiency and scale, the most impactful strategies blend these advancements with genuine, human-centered interaction. Trends vs Predictions Ok, so here are a few trends to whet your appetite.

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GrantNews

MARCH 27, 2025

Funding provides support and guidance to businesses in one of the following categories: healthcare, media and entertainment, technology, consumer products and services, or AI. Successful applicants receive entrepreneur training, one-on-one mentoring, and a cash grant. Grants to Advance Diversity in Entrepreneurship and Investment!

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Throughout my life, from teenage years to now, my career has been filled with leadership training programs: Teen leadership, student leadership, emerging leadership, and executive leadership. I cant think of a term more widely used in the professional world than leadership. This means we can barely imagine what the future might hold.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 24, 2025

Both types of certifications signify a standardized level of expertise and often follow the completion of specialized training and exams. There are many grant writing training programs available, but not all offer points for GPC or CFRE certification. These certifications assure clients, employers, and colleagues of one's proficiency.

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Capital Campaign Pro

JUNE 9, 2025

It’s packed with templates, samples, and training videos. That’s where Andie comes in. […] The post Meet Andie, the AI Campaign Companion from Capital Campaign Pro appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro. In addition to having a dedicated expert advisor, our clients have access to our Online Toolkit.

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