Applicant Grant Readiness Metrics 
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.
Candid
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Naturally, we were curious to know how grantmakers felt about the use of generative AI in funding applications. In its annual survey of foundation giving trends, Candid finds 57% of grantmakers didnt know whether theyd received applications created with generative AI, only 10% accepted or planned to accept them, and 67% were undecided.
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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 Made Easy
JULY 7, 2025
Go beyond metrics to show what you’ve learned and how you adapt your programs. Some funders are experimenting with AI to pre-screen applications based on clarity and alignment. Make grant strategy a team sport. Empower your staff to support grant readiness, even if you have only one grant writer.
Grant Writing Made Easy
JULY 31, 2025
Narrative change challenges the outdated idea that impact must be quantified in sterile metrics. During our Wednesday Grant Chats, this kept coming up: more funders are actively inviting applicants to tell the whole truth about barriers, community-led solutions, and the systemic conditions that drive need.
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%. âTeresa 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.
Candid
MARCH 25, 2024
Naturally, most nonprofits will try to secure a grant at some point. Candid offers many resources to support organizations in searching for funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, and standing out among applicants. Consequently, it’s difficult (though not impossible) for a brand-new organization to get a grant.
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