Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

How to select the right consultant for your organization Does your organization need grant writing support? What is a grant consultant? As a result, hiring a grant consultant with a track record of success can be a much more affordable option that can meet the immediate needs of the nonprofit.

Consulting

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Unlike loans, grants do not require repayment, making them a valuable resource for those looking to fund various ventures. The application process for grants often involves submitting a detailed proposal outlining the intended use of the funds. State Grants Offered by state governments to support localized initiatives.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

The grant writer cost in 2025 varies widely depending on experience, project type, and scope of work. Rates for simple foundation proposals typically range from $300 to $3,000, while complex federal grants may require significantly higher investments. Professionals with 10+ successful grants start at $75 and can ask up to $125.

Grant

Blackbaud

MAY 2, 2025

With tens of thousands of layoffs coming from federal government roles, demand may come from places and people who havent needed this level of support before. Many nonprofits are feeling the strain from a pause in federal grant funding and are working to shift their programs to align with the changes in government priorities.

Government

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

How to select the right consultant for your organization Does your organization need grant writing support ? What is a grant consultant? As a result, hiring a grant consultant with a track record of success can be a much more affordable option that can meet the immediate needs of the nonprofit. Let’s talk!

Consulting

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

Federal Grants

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

Now, imagine submitting a grant application in January and receiving the award notice in June. Much like athletes, grant professionals must prepare well in advance to perform at their best. Start by thinking like an auditor from the moment you draft your application.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Researching Local Grant Opportunities Research forms the foundation of successful grant applications. Non-profit organizations should first explore local foundations, community organizations, and government programs that may offer grant funding. Submit the Application Ensure the application is submitted by the deadline.

Grant

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Churches that invest in research and development for new programswhether in youth ministry, senior outreach, or interfaith dialogueoften rely on grants to test new ideas without overextending their regular budgets. Federal grants often support projects that benefit low-income communities or improve public health and safety.

Funding

Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This is especially important now because of the current chaos of eliminating (and then not eliminating, at least for now) federal grant funding. By John Killoran Leaders across the nonprofit sector face a common challenge: striving to serve a growing community of beneficiaries with constrained budgets. The good news?

Nonprofit

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 2, 2025

My team is submitting and drafting new proposals daily, and we are constantly at different stages in the process for each client, from onboarding to final submission on a 20-page federal grant proposal. Grant writing isn’t free. Experienced grant writers know how to synthesize numbers and narratives seamlessly.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

No matter the source, finding the right grant can be challenging, but GrantWatch makes the search easier by listing grants from all funding sources in one place. Where Does Grant Funding Come From? Libraries to Reduce Electricity Costs : Grants to libraries to reduce electricity costs.

Funding

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The main purposes of grants include: Supporting charitable causes Encouraging research and development Promoting educational opportunities Funding community development projects It is important for potential applicants to recognize the true intent behind grants. For more insights, refer to our article on what is a grant.

Grant Writing

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

Federal Grants

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 27, 2025

Identifying More Potential Grant Applications The grant process is both time-consuming and critical for nonprofit leaders. nonprofits rely on government grants, but these vital funds are increasingly at risk due to federal budget cuts. Securing grants is critical to sustaining work. About 30% of U.S.

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Ive been writing grant proposals since dinosaurs walked the earth and have seen various attempts to reform the federal grant-making process. One of the requirements of the bill is that evaluation criteria (weve often written about evaluations ) be published in the RFP, although many federal grant-making agencies already do so.

Federal Grants

Blackbaud

JUNE 20, 2025

Office of Management and Budget (OMB) revised their uniform guidance in 2024, increasing the de minimus (or standard) rate allowed for indirect costs—overhead for federal grants—from 10 to 15%. On the positive side, the U.S. But overhead expenses have also been the focus of recent policy changes as well.

Indirect Cost

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

​In this 1-hour webinar (with 15 minutes Q&A), Teresa Huff will share with you 9 reasons your grants are getting rejected, and how to fix them. Find and win more grants for your nonprofit! Start saving 3 hours a week and increase your grant applications by 78%. And they're there to help you. Will: Awesome.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 4, 2025

Why Saying “No” Is Sometimes the Best Grant Writing Strategy In the nonprofit world, especially during economic uncertainty or funding cuts , there’s often a sense of urgency to pursue every possible grant. Nonprofits often operate under the mindset that more applications = more chances of funding. 10% of applicants funded)?

Grant

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Below, we explore some of the key areas that nonprofits should keep in mind for grant writing and overall fundraising strategies. Nonprofits working in these areas might see increased grant opportunities, whereas those outside these focus areas may need to seek diversified funding streams.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Higher Education Funding : Community colleges and vocational schools may have increased access to federal grants aimed at equipping the workforce for high-demand careers. Federal grants may continue to focus on helping veterans reintegrate into the workforce, making it a valuable area for organizations to consider.

Federal Grants

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Find and win more grants for your nonprofit! Start saving 3 hours a week and increase your grant applications by 78%. ​Teresa Huff is a nonprofit grant strategist and a grant writer mentor/coach. If you miss a grant application deadline, reporting deadlines, it's all a big deal.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 11, 2025

The federal grant funding update for Q2 2025 reveals intensified volatility across the nonprofit landscape. Executive orders, delayed disbursements, judicial interventions, and administrative overhauls have left grant writers navigating what experts are calling a “ tsunami of uncertainty. ”

Federal Grants

GrantNews

JANUARY 28, 2025

Links Government Grants Learning Center – This is your gateway to federal grants and includes multiple sections about how to apply. How to Apply for a Federal Funding Opportunity -Their Community Blog covers a wide range of topics. For more information, you can also visit the Gr a ntWatch FAQ page.

Government

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 3, 2024

With federal grant writing help, our client secured a $2.5 Million HUD grant to address homelessness in HIV population. Every grant writer understands exactly what this means. Every grant writer understands exactly what this means. million grant for a new project called “Housing First” in Tarrant County, Texas.

Federal Grants

Grants.gov

AUGUST 8, 2018

When preparing your federal grant application, you would do well to put yourself – and your team – in the shoes of the people who will be evaluating it. A peer review panel is a group of subject matter experts, often from outside of the federal government, who evaluate grant applications using a set of criteria.

Federal Grants

Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

You probably aren’t ready for federal grants at all. When you are in a good place to apply for federal grants, the information you've absorbed here will keep you on the right path. Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) – This the NEA’s primary grant-making program and has the broadest eligibility criteria.

SAM

RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

We’ll start by discussing the “why” of these changes, why the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) decided to make them now, and how they align with larger changes happening in the federal government. The Top 10 Uniform Grant Guidance Updates Drum roll, please…. What is OMB’s Intended Outcome?

UEI

Millionaire Grant Lady

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This change affects nonprofit organizations by increasing the overall budget for staff salaries. This change might mean more nonprofits see budget shortfalls in the coming year. Since nonprofit organizations often run on tight budgets, this increase in staff costs will undoubtedly put further strain on already stretched budgets.

Funding

Grants.gov

JULY 9, 2019

Need statements , program narratives, and discussions of impact aren’t the only parts of a federal grant application that require the touch of a good writer. The budget narrative – sometimes called the budget justification or budget detail – can also benefit from a skilled wordsmith.

Budget Narrative

Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

In addition to risk, federal government agencies are asking applicants/recipients to demonstrate their ability to manage federal grants through a robust internal controls policy and procedures manual (sometimes during the pre-award stage) that outlines how organizations will be good stewards of government funding.

Grant Readiness

GrantNews

MAY 24, 2024

Federal Government Grants Federal grants draw from U.S. federal tax revenue and budget allocations. In addition, the federal government only gives grants to states and organizations to stimulate the national economy. The grants are intended to directly stimulate the community around them.

Funding

RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Challenge While the AAMC is a large organization with large federal and foundation grants supporting several key initiatives, they comprise only a small percentage of the overall organization budget. The grants office consists of just two staff members.

Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 14, 2023

However, especially for federal grants, it is equally essential to set your organization up for post-award success during the application stage. How do compliance requirements impact the grant application stage? The initial focus understandably falls on securing the funds.

Federal Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Grant Money Application Process The grant money application process is a vital avenue for organizations and individuals seeking funding for various projects and initiatives. For more insights, individuals can explore specific funding options like grant money for community projects or grant money for small businesses.

Applicant

Blackbaud

AUGUST 20, 2024

There are several exciting times of the year for nonprofit finance professionals—budget season, audits, year-end close. They will explore the roadmap beyond the total web solution with a focus on real-world applications of AI and enhanced interoperability across the NXT suite. Reporting is a key part of any finance professional’s role.

Finance

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

These competitive advantages in grant-seeking for large grants (federal grants, state grants, and yes, even large foundation grants) are the act of pre-planning.

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