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. Grant writing is no longer just about strong narratives.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

If you havent already, now is the time to evaluate your organizations grant readiness from pre- to post-award, ensuring alignment with funders, competitive proposals, and strong fund stewardship. Understanding how your organization makes grant submission decisions is critical.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 2, 2024

One of the most common reasons applications are rejected is due to a lack of alignment with a funder’s current priorities. As grant professionals, we must ensure that our clients’ projects match the funder’s goals. By researching funders, you can discover the information you need to tailor your grant application to the funder.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

But when it comes to grant writing, your budget isn’t just an attachment or requirement to fulfill. Grant budgets are a crucial part of the story you’re telling funders. For better or worse, your budget can make or break your chances of funding, despite the quality of the grant narrative itself.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 29, 2025

If your grant strategy feels more chaotic than coordinated, you’re in the right place. For so many nonprofit professionals and grant writing consultants, the issue isn’t a lack of intention. This is especially true for those on small teams or managing grants alongside a dozen other responsibilities. You get it.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 31, 2025

Ever feel like philanthropy is entering a new era, but your grant writing process is stuck in 2005? And while many nonprofits cling to outdated, compliance-focused grant practices, there’s a better way, especially when you equip your strategy with tools built for this moment. You’re not imagining it. Let’s dive in.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

When applying for grants, demonstrating a clear, measurable impact and a strong Return on Investment (ROI) can make all the difference. While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: March 2, 2022 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top Want to go from Rejected to Accepted? ​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. Look no further!

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 4, 2025

Whether you’re a solo grant writer or part of a small, multitasking team, developing a clear process to evaluate grant opportunities can help you write stronger proposals, avoid burnout, and focus on the funding that truly supports your mission. Pro tip: Add an “effort vs. reward” column to your grant tracking system.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: September 8, 2021 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top In this 1-hour webinar (with 15 minutes Q&A), Teresa Huff will share with you how to simplify, streamline, and support your team. Find and win more grants for your nonprofit! She has helped nonprofits triple their funding.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 11, 2025

Executive orders, delayed disbursements, judicial interventions, and administrative overhauls have left grant writers navigating what experts are calling a “ tsunami of uncertainty. ” In this federal grant update, we’ll break down what’s changing, what’s at risk, and how you can adapt your grant writing strategy to stay resilient.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

Because these grants are smaller and have a less complex application process, they are usually an org’s first NEA grant before they jump into the deep end with the NEA’s larger grant opportunities. Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) – This the NEA’s primary grant-making program and has the broadest eligibility criteria.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Most people fall into grant writing almost by chance. Maybe someone recognized your writing skills and voila! Either way, those writing skills drew you in. It makes sense, given the most common way to describe the process is “grant writing” – which only tells part of the story. You were “voluntold.”

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

Organizational development plays a crucial role in the process of becoming grant-ready by providing the foundation and framework necessary to effectively pursue and manage grant funding. It provides the essential infrastructure, capabilities, and processes needed to become [and stay] grant-ready.

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Professional Grant Writers

MAY 9, 2023

As a nonprofit or an organization that relies on external funding, submitting grant applications is a crucial aspect of your work. The post What are the key elements of a strong grant application? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer. However, with.

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Professional Grant Writers

DECEMBER 20, 2022

If you’ve written a grant, chances are you’ve experienced rejection. The post What are some common downfalls in grant applications? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer. Often, that is simply due to funders not having enough money to go.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

If your goal is to write grants, my greatest hope is that this book will teach you and become an integral part of your granting writing toolkit. What’s more, I am confident that with the instruction you gain, it will help you become a more successful grant writer and entrepreneur.

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Red Tape Busters

JANUARY 26, 2024

But before you dive into the world of grant applications, it’s essential to ensure that you’re grant ready. In this article, we’ll explore what it means to be grant ready, the key elements involved, and why seeking help from a grant writing consultant can significantly boost your chances of success.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 30, 2022

This is my favorite holiday, and in honor, I’m sharing 10 grant writing tips to help you make sure your grants aren’t the scariest thing this spooky season. #1: 1: Keep a grant prospect sheet & update it regularly. One of the best things you can do is to make time regularly to search for grant opportunities.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 19, 2023

Introduction In the world of nonprofits, grant writing is both a lifeline and a challenge. Enter AI solutions like ChatGPT – a powerful tool that can significantly streamline your grant writing workflow. It can be an invaluable aid in making your grant writing process smoother, quicker, and more efficient.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

APRIL 16, 2023

That’s why implementing effective strategies can help you improve your work with grant writing clients and ensure that you deliver the best possible results. In this blog post, we will explore five practical and personalized ways to streamline your grant writing process and maximize your clients’ chances of success.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 21, 2023

With AI’s rapid advancement, the landscape of traditional roles is changing, not least in technical and grant writing. Here’s how you can ready yourself for the coming changes and ensure your skills remain relevant. The unstoppable march of technology continues to forge new pathways, creating a dynamic shift in the job market.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 24, 2022

Anytime I lead a grant writing workshop, I always ask the attendees to share their grant experience – whether they’ve been a grant professional for years and are looking for a refresher or if they’ve been voluntold that grants are now under their preview. Take the time ensure your organization is grant ready.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Or an individual nonprofit staffer (like you) might have a goal to “gain a grant writing certification” or something similar. For example, a goal might be for an organization to “increase accessibility for low-income students”. It can be a lot to keep track of.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

For the same reason that I don’t recommend any nonprofit design programs to fit a funding opportunity, I don’t advise new nonprofits to depend on grant funding. That being said, there are some easier grant opportunities out there, with less stringent application guidelines, some of which might be good fits for newer nonprofits.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

JANUARY 14, 2021

An applicant can have received a PPP forgivable loan for the CARES act, but cannot receive a second draw on PPP and still apply for SoS – you must choose Ok, so how do I get a second PPP loan? An administrator has not yet been chosen for this grant and deadlines for application have not yet been set.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 17, 2023

Have you ever felt like you’re navigating a complicated maze when it comes to grant writing? The process can often involve hours of understanding the application requirements, brainstorming, drafting, and then revising—only to face potential rejection at the end. Learn our revolutionary AI recipe for grant writing.

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Professional Grant Writers

MARCH 5, 2024

Organizations looking to hire a grant writer all ask the same question: What is a good cost estimate to write a grant? Applicants. The post Cost estimates to write a grant appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

*Diane’s note: You are used to our team talking about how both pre-award and post-award work connect to create an organization’s overall grant readiness. In fact, we were just talking about this in our most recent webinar about How to Be Exceptionally Grant Ready with Lucy Morgan from MyFedTrainer.com. Donor profiles.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 25, 2024

The nonprofits who set the pace are those who choose the right grant-writing partner. and one thing can take any nonprofit to the next level — a grant writer who can secure you grant funding. A nonprofit with the perfect grant writer as a partner presents a well-timed, well-executed application.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 1, 2022

I also recommend linking to the folder on your Google Drive where you keep the application itself. How to respond to grant rejections: Ask for feedback. Then ask if they can provide any feedback about your application or more information about their decision. Ready to get started developing your grant strategy?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Instead of letting grant opportunities come to you, systematizing your grantseeking means dedicating time to finding and evaluating a specific number of grant opportunities each quarter. How much of your time do you spend on grant writing and fundraising? Do you have a standard grant narrative ? Get the Roadmap!

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 1, 2022

Today I want to share why you need to take the time to track your grant pipeline (and by that I mean all the opportunities you want to apply for, the ones you have applied for, the ones you’ve been awarded, and even the ones you had rejected). with grants. The post Track your grant pipeline appeared first on Grant Writing Made Easy.

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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? is a grant writer and advisor at Baker Tilly’s Tribal Services practice and Development Advisory team.

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Assel Grant Services

JULY 14, 2024

Grant Management Considerations Understanding and following tracking procedures for outcomes, time and effort, and procurement are key to maintaining ethical practices when preparing an application and managing grant funds. This blog post is aligned with the Grant Professional Certification Institute ’s Competencies and Skills.

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Assel Grant Services

MARCH 31, 2024

March Madness is in full swing, and all this talk about competition and brackets makes me think about how grant writing relates. Grants, much like professional sports, are competitive, and increasingly so. To be competitive, your grant team must train and prepare to advance through the rounds and win awards.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Not only does it share important information about your work with prospective donors, but frequently, grantmakers will also request one as part of a grant application. The post A guide to nonprofit end-of-year success appeared first on Grant Writing Made Easy. But the annual report is an important document.

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