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Most Common Grant Proposal Errors (and How to Fix Them)

Grant Writing Made Easy

Funders review hundreds of applications, and issues such as unclear objectives, vague budgets, or an ineffective statement of need can easily push your proposal to the bottom of the pile. When need statements miss the mark, proposals often linger in the “maybe” pile or get passed over entirely. The good news?

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How to Evaluate Grant Opportunities: When to Say No to a Grant

Grant Writing Made Easy

Nonprofits often operate under the mindset that more applications = more chances of funding. When you evaluate grant opportunities first through the lens of alignment, you protect your organization’s integrity and ensure that funding supports your mission rather than distracts from it. But in practice, this approach can backfire.

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Grant Budget Best Practices: Make your project budget an asset for your application!

Grant Professionals Association

In these uncertain times marked by increased competition for funding, it is critical to strengthen every part of your application. A well-prepared budget will instill confidence in your project and boost your chances of being funded. Dont include pass-through in your indirect costs: Subcontracts, subsidies (e.g.