GrantNews

JUNE 12, 2025

Set realistic goals and systematically reevaluate your strategies. Investing in grant databases, donor management software, or a grant writer can create a higher return by building time for your team to focus on mission-critical tasks. Plan out your grant applications by using the GrantWatch Grants Calendar.

Funding

GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

After all, your goals is to make it easy for supporters to donate. Apply For Grants or Hire a Grant Writer Nonprofits should be regularly applying for grants. However, before you do, research what types of grants you are eligible for. Applicants must submit an Intent to Apply before submitting a full application.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The client felt confident putting the funder on their own grant calendar for the upcoming year, allowing me to focus my time on another funding priority because they were sure that the foundation would continue its support. As grant professionals, we must ensure that our clients’ projects match the funder’s goals.

GPC

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

For example, our team has supported nonprofits with completing a new funder search , writing a single federal grant, or preparing a new grant template for your team to use to complete grant applications. We can also step in to act as an outsourced full-time grant writer for your organization.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Note from Diane: You know how passionate our team is about thinking about your grant management work (your post-award work) to help strengthen your grant applications (your pre-award) work. Its why we partner with MyFedTrainer.com to deliver grant writing supports and training on both the pre-award and post-award side of things.

Finance

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Solution To manage time constraints effectively: Develop a Grant Calendar : Create a detailed calendar with deadlines, submission requirements, and timelines for each grant application. Ensure that the budget aligns with the project’s goals and funder’s expectations. Meeting Deadlines 6.1

Grant Writing

Get Fully Funded

JULY 30, 2025

Secure Corporate and Foundation Grants Grants are a familiar revenue source but are often underutilized due to bandwidth constraints. However, nonprofits can’t afford to neglect grant opportunities, even if applications are difficult and funding isn’t guaranteed. Start by identifying grantors that align with your mission.

Funding

GrantNews

APRIL 7, 2025

With the SMART Grant Search , women entrepreneurs can easily find verified grants that fit their goals. Plus, with a personalized Grants Calendar and essential resources, staying on top of deadlines has never been easier. For more information, you can also visit the GrantWatch FAQ page.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 21, 2025

Teams with a core understanding of the mission and a work environment conducive to productivity will achieve goals with more passion and accuracy. Then, add the grants of interest to your Grant Calendar using the calendar icon the grant detail page.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 23, 2025

Some grant applications require extensive attachments, audits, or years of financial history. Instead, seek out funders who explicitly welcome first-time applicants, smaller budgets , or grassroots initiatives. Winning a few smaller, local grants can also strengthen your credibility for larger, national opportunities later on.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Professionals with 10+ successful grants start at $75 and can ask up to $125. Expert writers with over ten years of experience and many successful applications might charge up to $200 per hour. Federal grant specialists ask between $150 and $250 per hour because of their specialized knowledge.

Grant

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

Elevate your proposals using refreshed templates, updated data insights, and a stronger commitment to equity, ensuring your applications stand out in a crowded grant space. Use what you’ve learned to strengthen your nonprofit grant strategy for the rest of 2025. Tip: Link training back to your active grant calendar.

Grant

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 15, 2025

Many of the professionals we’ve heard from and work with say they’re always behind schedule, often losing critical documents, and struggling to maintain consistency and quality across their applications. As grant experts who believe deeply in building sustainable systems, we knew there had to be a smarter way.

AI

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

If you have a dedicated finance staff member or team, start the application process by talking to them! Pro tip: Funders appreciate grant budgets that reflect planning, transparency, and a commitment to sustainability. If you can demonstrate that from the start, your application immediately gains credibility.

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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%. Click here to save a seat in our next workshop.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 16, 2024

Was your grant application rejected? There is always a learning curve when you are applying for grants. There are many reasons grant proposals are denied funding. In fact, they might help to increase the chances of your next grant application being awarded. Are you willing to hire a grant writer?

Applicant

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 16, 2023

As a grant writer (or grant professional, as members of our team prefer), your job is to write compelling grant applications to secure funding for your organization. What are the things grant writers do on a daily basis to become successful? Collaborating with Colleagues Grant writers shouldn’t work in isolation.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2023

A business plan is an important part of any successful business because it outlines the goals of that business, how those goals will be met, and the timeline for completion. When you write your business plan above all else, the business plan should be custom to you and your goals. Discover Your Business’s Goals 1.

Grants Calendar

Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 11, 2024

So, your grant application was rejected. There are a lot of reasons grant proposals may be denied funding and most of them are because of simple mistakes. When you are learning to write grants there is quite a learning curve. Do not be surprised if your first or even your tenth grant proposal is not awarded.

Applicant

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.

Applicant

Grant'd

MAY 31, 2020

You’ve now spent hours writing an application – but it still doesn’t seem to really gel with your vision and what you’re asking. Recently the Grant’d team took the time to reflect together on the hundreds of applications that have come across our desks in our various roles across the years.

Applicant

Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 11, 2024

Was your grant application rejected? There are many reasons grant proposals are denied funding. When you are learning to apply for a grant there is a learning curve. Do not be discouraged if your grant proposal is not awarded. Each grant process is different based on the grant funder.

Applicant

GrantNews

MAY 15, 2024

The real trick is to think outside of the box keep in mind that if you cannot find funding for one part of your project, consider that you might actually find for another part that will allow you to still reach your goal. Strange and Unusual Grant Funding Sources Let’s suppose that you’re not quite ready for grant funding for a moment.

Funding

Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Above all, a nonprofit organization is created with the goal of providing a public benefit. On the grant detail page, you will see eligibility requirements, the deadline, the application, and more. If you are searching for grants but are feeling overwhelmed, hiring a grant writer may be the perfect choice for you!

Nonprofit

Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 3, 2024

My process starts with gathering essential materials including: (1) Agency’s updated strategic plan, (2) Agency’s updated annual budget, and (3) Last year’s grant calendar. From there, the steps I take are: Review agency/client goals and any updated strategic plans. Identify gaps and new grant opportunities.

Readiness

Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As we approach 2025, the landscape of grant writing for nonprofits is evolving rapidly. Staying ahead of trends and preparing effectively can make the difference between a successful grant application and a missed opportunity. Develop a Comprehensive Grant Writing Strategy 2.1 Click here to learn more.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

JULY 10, 2024

Libby breaks down the grant writing process into manageable sections. What’s more, she shares her personal tips and tricks, including her PMF (Passion Maps and Folders) technique for aligning goals, objectives, and activities. She also touches on the role of AI in the future of grant writing.

Grant Writing

Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 6, 2024

Here are some tips and strategies recommended by grant professionals: Unrealistic expectations of fundraising – evaluate what realistic fundraising would look like given available capacity and opportunities. Perhaps letting go of small or cumbersome applications would make way for larger award opportunities.

Burnout

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

While each organziation has unique goals and needs, there are four broad TYPES of tools for you to consider putting in your grant related toolbox. Managing multiple grant applications at once can be challenging for even seasoned nonprofit professionals. Native and third-party applications. Donor profiles.

Grant Management

Grant Consulting Services

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Grant development is a process that involves multiple steps. When you’re writing a proposal for a grant, your goal is to explain the need in the community and your organization’s vision to solve the need to the potential funders. This is just one grant opportunity, and there may be more available!

Proposal

GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Encourage Action – Communicate your goals. Proactively search for grants and frequently apply. While there is no guarantee you’ll be awarded a grant, the best way to increase your chances is to actively apply on a regular basis. Use the GrantWatch Grants Calendar to organize and schedule grants for your nonprofit.

Management

Grant'd

OCTOBER 27, 2019

In additions to supporting both pilot and existing programs, Perpetual also offers capacity building and operational funding – an opportunity rarely seen in the grant-making sector! Make no mistake; this is one of the most tantalising opportunities on the yearly grant calendars of many non-profits.

Funding

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Maybe you need grants to carry out a specific project like building a playground for your domestic violence shelter. The ultimate goal of grant research is to find funders who are highly likely to fund your work. When researching, if you find they don’t fund the area you serve, you’re not very likely to get a grant….so

Grant

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 10, 2023

Grant management and reporting are crucial aspects of the overall funding lifecycle. If your organization is new to grant seeking, or you’ve only recently incorporated grant applications as part of your development operations, curating your grant calendar and sending out proposals can seem high-stakes enough.

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Fundly

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Not every fundraising consulting firm is the sameeach has a particular focus area, expertise, and approach to helping their nonprofit partners reach their goals. Strategic Planning: By focusing on bigger-picture challenges, these consultants can help you stick to your core goals and improve your organizations infrastructure from the inside.

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