Strategic Grants

MARCH 5, 2025

Last year the team at Strategic Grants helped write or critique close to 50 applications for the competitive Perpetual IPAP Grant. To understand gender-specific impacts Ask yourself: How might the proposed project affect different genders in unique ways? But, what do funders mean by this? Find out more about Team SG here.

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 5, 2025

Want to make your grant proposal POP? The answer often lies in the proposal. A standout grant proposal isnt just well-written; its strategically crafted to connect, convince, and compel funders to say yes. If youre ready to turn a good proposal into a winning one, read on to find out how to make yours rise to the top!

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Blackbaud

APRIL 21, 2025

Whether you currently have a handle on your mission-critical tasks or need to outsource immediately, creating a request for proposals (RFP) sets the stage for finding the right skills at the right price. This level of specificity will help your nonprofit attract the most qualified proposals.

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 31, 2021

Asymmetric information can be a disadvantage, especially for nonprofit organizations that are new to the world of government grants. Or an advantage to experienced proposers. Asymmetric information refers to the information one organization may have that gives it an advantage over another. Experienced proposers do.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Successful applicants have the opportunity to receive financial support, business guidance and mentorship, and marketing and promotional support. Activities supported by this funding include improving overall financial health, increasing fundamental business finance knowledge and application, and strengthening the workforce.

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RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

For those who have spent countless hours preparing federal grant applications, you know that this isnt easy. You need to have a strong case statement and adequate responses to the narrative prompts in the application to ensure that you have justification for this funding. Seems like a win, right?

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Sometimes, it can be frustrating when you find a grant that’s perfect for your needs, but the deadline has already passed and it’s too late to submit your grant proposal. GrantWatch has provided a list of some last chance grants whose application deadline is within the next week to ten days. Grants That Will Soon Expire 1.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 2, 2025

Predictive Analytics : Grant seekers will use predictive analytics to identify potential funding opportunities and tailor proposals based on trends and funder preferences. Predictive Analytics : Grant seekers will use predictive analytics to identify potential funding opportunities and tailor proposals based on trends and funder preferences.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

DECEMBER 2, 2024

I can empathize with their impatience and frustration, especially after completing such a long application preparation process. Most grants are extremely competitive, and even with a good application, any number of factors can affect whether or not your organization is chosen instead of another, equally worthy applicant.

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GrantNews

JUNE 5, 2025

Understanding how opportunities vary by grant type and applicant profile can give you a powerful edge in the process. GrantWatch has some important information to relay on the topic. What Percentage of Grant Applications Get Funded? 52% Higher odds due to fewer applicants and local focus State Government 25%50% approx.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 17, 2024

Ignoring the grant application requirements can get your application rejected. Are you looking for an expert to guide you through the foundation application process? In this article: Mistake 3: Grant writers who do not honor the foundation’s submission requirements The person reading your grant proposal is tired.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Though there are challenges to meeting the criteria in order to apply for matching grants, the end result can yield a much greater return on the time and effort you put into writing and submitting this kind of grant proposal. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 21, 2024

While I have not seen formal research on where a person’s eye travels when they first read a grant proposal, I paid attention to my habits and have generalized them to assist our clients. For example, in most of the grant proposals that we write, we include photos.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, making grants more accessible by utilizing an online application process. For example, data found on a 990 report helps grant-seekers determination of how much to ask for in their proposal. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Foundation application processes are often simpler than government grants, making them more accessible. This information is invaluable for crafting strong foundation grant proposals. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 1, 2025

When used ethically, AI tools can help nonprofits, researchers, and institutions craft stronger proposals, ultimately increasing access to crucial funding. This saves valuable time, allowing grant writers to focus more on strategy, storytelling, and ensuring proposals reflect their organizations true mission and impact.

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GrantNews

APRIL 17, 2024

However, many organizations that search for grants find that grant databases like GrantWatch save time, effort, and headaches that typically accompany searching through the multitude of information available. All the information you could possibly need, including funder contact information is also located inside the grant synopsis.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

For example, scientific insights and policy proposals are best utilized if understood universally. However, leaders can solve this issue by translating vital information with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles through grants. That said, linguistic diversity can also create unnecessary setbacks.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Knowing how to identify fitting grants and prepare competitive applications raises your chances of winning awards. Phase 1: Pre-Award Phase The pre-award phase lays the groundwork for a successful grant application and funding. It also helps nonprofits understand funder expectations and tailor applications accordingly.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Quantum Technology : Opportunity for individuals, teams, and private entities to propose solutions using quantum technologies for a wide range of biomedical uses. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 8, 2024

As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you aren’t involved directly in the project or program development. Are you prepared to remind those who hold the answers – or the planning process – that you both want the same thing – a strong proposal?

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Betsy Liley from Grateful Change Create a ‘Common Answer Library’ for Easier Applications Far and away, the biggest upgrade we’ve made to our grant writing at my organization is investing time in building and updating a “common answer library” on our shared drive. Good luck with your applications!

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Generative AI technologies have made it possible for users to transform raw information—quickly and easily—into a presentable and readable form. Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant applications? Does your foundation accept, or plan to accept, grant applications with content created by generative AI?

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2022

It seems like you have to answer the same questions over and over in every grant proposal. And in longer government proposals, sometimes it seems like you have to answer the same question twice right in the same application! Transcript: Writing grant proposals is a time-intensive process, and it can often feel repetitive.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 17, 2025

Your Next Grant Starts with the Right Preparation Crafting a winning grant proposal takes effort, planning, and the right support. A strong proposal depends on having the right information at hand and a clear strategy in place. 10 Steps to Strengthen Your Next Grant Proposal 1. That is why GrantWriterTeam is here for you.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Eligible research projects will be translational or clinical and will be directly applicable to sarcoma. Funding will also be for scholars to travel to Holocaust information archives, including newly uncovered archival Holocaust resources. This includes proposals that span the breadth of the microbial world.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

On rare occasions, a funder is so convinced by a Letter of Inquiry that the fit is just right, and they’ll write you a check without additional information or supporting documents. Look for this information on their website, if they have one (often foundations do not), or on the foundations IFR Form 990. Use a letter format.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 15, 2025

You found a grant and written your proposal! You’ve submitted your application. The team at GrantWatch has some information we think you’ll find very useful. Since each funding source is different, the time from grant application submission until notification will vary. You’re finished. Now, you wait.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 25, 2024

Every grant application needs to include a Problem or Needs Statement. It’s important to create a problem or needs statement before you write an effective proposal. It’s important to create a problem or needs statement before you write an effective proposal. Want to win the grant? What is a Needs Statement?

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Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Writing a proposal for a project grant can feel like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be a bewildering endeavor. In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek.

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Candid

JUNE 10, 2024

The significant role foundations play in advancing the social good underscores the need to incorporate equitable and inclusive grant application and review practices. Accessible organizations will provide call-in helplines, informational webinars, one-on-one coaching, translation, and more. charitable giving. Offer additional support.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

This is a shame, because they might be interested in your program if they ever got the chance to hear about your work and review your proposal. Just as you shouldnt use AI to write your grant applications , you shouldnt use Google or AI to search for opportunities. AI promises that it can do in-depth foundation research.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 21, 2024

The question is how can we apply these ideas to improving a proposal cover letter? I also seek to leverage this initial bit of information. As a grant writer, I have applied a lot of their ideas to benefit the clients we serve at Drew & Associates.

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GiveSmart

OCTOBER 23, 2023

However, writing grant applications can be a very time-consuming and stressful process. Even the most experienced writer may feel pressure to be chosen by grant funders out of dozens or hundreds of applications. Investing your time, effort, and resources into writing a grant proposal can be frustrating if it doesn’t pay off.

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GrantNews

MAY 8, 2025

Funding is for proposals focused on the health, safety, and welfare of animals. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information. For more information, you can also visit the Gr a ntWatch FAQ page.

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 10, 2024

The article ‘How funders can avoid complexity in grant applications’ first appeared in F&P (Fundraising & Philanthropy). And a crucial part of securing that funding is in the effectiveness and accessibility of the grant application process itself. How have you – F&P readers – found this process?

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GrantNews

JANUARY 16, 2024

Was your grant application rejected? To be honest, you should never be discouraged if a proposal is rejected. 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. The post Grant Application Rejected?

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