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How to Write a Killer Letter of Inquiry (LOI) to Get a Grant

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Often, the first step in getting a grant is a Letter of Inquiry (sometimes called a Letter of Intent ) – or LOI, for short.

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Florida’s Secret Grant Goldmine: Are You Eligible for These Overlooked Opportunities?

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Applicants must first submit a letter of intent to the Florida-based funder before applying. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information. This funding supports projects that benefits local communities and aligns with the funders mission.

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Innovative Approaches for Grantmakers to Address Grantee Well-Being

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Some funders are reimagining grantmaking by introducing ultra-streamlined applications, such as five-minute screening forms (in lieu of Letters of Intent), and by allowing brief video reports in place of traditional written ones. They didnt require an application, and grantees didnt know the additional funds were coming.

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Grant Writer Cost in 2025: What You Actually Need to Pay [Expert Guide]

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Expert writers with over ten years of experience and many successful applications might charge up to $200 per hour. Smaller projects or specific parts of grant applications work well with hourly rates. Grant writers can’t control whether an application succeeds. This prohibition exists for several key reasons.

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Starting a Nonprofit? Here Are 5 Must-Know Tips!

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From federal, state, and local government grants to private foundations , each has its own terminologylike LOI (Letter of Intent) or RFP (Request for Proposal). Use Free Tools and Resources Leverage tools like the Grant Application Toolkit and local nonprofit associations to build your knowledge and network.

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How to Write an LOI: Letter of Intent, Letter of Interest, Letter of Inquiry

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A funding source also uses an LOI to determine if applicants align with their vision mission. LOI: Letter of Intent, Letter of Interest, Letter of Inquiry An LOI should be thought of as a mini-grant proposal where you hit each of the points generally required in a full proposal.

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Nissan Foundation Accepting Letters of Intent for 2025 Grant Cycle

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The Nissan Foundation is accepting letters of intent for its 2025 grant cycle to support projects taking place in late 2025 and early 2026.