Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application. Here’s how nonprofits can measure and communicate impact and ROI effectively before they submit a proposal. cost per individual served).

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 3, 2025

Complicated Federal grant applications are also very complicated to complete, compile, and submit. Most federal grant applications are more than 100 pages long with attachments, and they require a significant amount of time to develop. In your application, you have to tell them you are going to do each of those three things.

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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. Thats why were thrilled to bring these tactical tips to you from Jitasa to help broaden your understanding of grant management.

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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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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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Strategic Grants

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The program supports projects proposed by individuals and or organisations and or communities who would otherwise be limited by the constraints of other funding programs. The grant supports projects/activities/events proposed by individuals, groups, or communities who may not be eligible to apply for other grants. Find out more.

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Candid

JUNE 5, 2025

Whether you’re just getting started or putting the final touches on your grant proposal, the resources below can help you refine your budget. There are several types of budgets you may need: project proposal budgets, organization-wide operating budgets, capital budgets, cash flow budgets, and opportunity budgets.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As the senior manager of digital and data at the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation , Im always looking for new ways to eliminate friction between our organizations mission to prevent osteoporosis and my teams ability to realize it. In the past five years, we have exceeded expectations. Could you have more accurate data fields?

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

As a grant writer, it’s important that to have the focus and commitment necessary to bring together the various components required to adhere to the framework of the grant and while preparing an effective proposal to give any organization the best possibility of being awarded the grant. Empowering Technology to Improve Capacity!

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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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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, we shared our crowdsourced list of red flags that funders look for in grant proposals—the things that immediately reveal the weak points in an application and raise questions about the organization’s credibility. Not surprisingly, the question we got most in response to that article was: What are green flags for funders?

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Candid

MAY 18, 2021

Demonstrating credibility is one of the most important factors in a grant proposal. You may be surprised to learn that the budget in your proposal plays an important role in illustrating your organization’s credibility. Many funders look at your budget first, even before they read the narrative of your proposal. Transcript.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 15, 2025

You found a grant and written your proposal! You’ve submitted your application. Since each funding source is different, the time from grant application submission until notification will vary. The chance of winning a grant can vary depending on how many people apply and the caliber of your proposal. 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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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

For example, presenting a communitys poverty rate as 30% when it is actually 20% may make a proposal seem more urgent but undermines the integrity of the grant application. Focus on crafting proposals that are honest about challenges and measured in their promises. This pressure can lead to creative interpretations of data.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Each type of grant has its own purpose, eligibility requirements, and application processes. Whether pursuing government, foundation, or corporate grants, understanding the specifics of each category will aid in crafting targeted and effective grant applications. Preparing Required Documents : Each grant may have specific requirements.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 2024

Indeed, the grant writing team may not realize that, in particular, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has much to contribute to the success of the grant application and the administrative processes that follow. will be handled in the application. will be handled in the application. Read on to find out more!

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The grant application process necessitates a clear understanding of requirements and the impact of the proposed project on the community or field of study. Usually require a detailed proposal outlining the research goals. Identifying specific aspects of grant purposes will also aid in crafting compelling applications.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Before diving into the budgeting process, its essential for nonprofit managers to thoroughly review the grant guidelines and restrictions provided by the funding organization. Develop A Detailed Project Budget A well-developed project budget is a key component of a successful grant application.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Rates for simple foundation proposals typically range from $300 to $3,000, while complex federal grants may require significantly higher investments. Expert writers with over ten years of experience and many successful applications might charge up to $200 per hour. Grant writers can’t control whether an application succeeds.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The Length of Grant Cycles Grant cycles typically run on an annual or biannual schedule, meaning applications are reviewed only once or twice a year. For many foundations, this timeline includes not only the application submission and review but also a multi-month award decision period. When to Assess Instead?

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Grant management is the hard work and dedication required to ensure an organization follows a donor’s guidelines. However, responsibly managing grants after the award is just as critical. Did you know that if a grant is not managed correctly after being awarded, your organization can be forced to repay the funds?

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Churches that demonstrate a strong community service component in their grant proposals can find success in these funding avenues. Churches can benefit from these programs by proposing projects that directly impact local communities. Below is an overview of the key stages involved in preparing and submitting a grant application.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Introduction to Grant Budgets Understanding the financial aspects of grant applications, particularly budgeting, is essential for both small businesses and non-profits. Importance of Budgeting for Grant Applications Budgeting serves as the financial blueprint of any grant proposal.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

Increases IT resiliency : Forrester reports that 25% of companies say cloud deployments allow IT to expand its focus beyond managing data centers, shifting resources from server maintenance to innovation and differentiation. These applications flow data from (and sometimes to) both external and internal sources.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

They possess specialized knowledge of the grant application process and can navigate the complexities of various funding sources. Consultants work closely with clients to develop compelling proposals highlighting their mission, objectives, and the impact of their projects.

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GrantNews

APRIL 16, 2025

Above all, donor-centric management is an effective and cost-efficient way to increase nonprofits’ donor retention. In truth, donor-centric management is more cost-effective than acquiring new donors. Manage Reputation – Under-promise and overdeliver. Use Donor-Centric Language – Focus on you rather than we.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Crafting a compelling proposal demands thorough research, meticulous writing, and often, coordination with various team members. Solution To manage time constraints effectively: Develop a Grant Calendar : Create a detailed calendar with deadlines, submission requirements, and timelines for each grant application.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The application process for grants often involves submitting a detailed proposal outlining the intended use of the funds. Key Components of Grant Writing Successful grant writing involves several key components that are vital for crafting a compelling proposal.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Collaborating on grant-funded projects, and particularly proposal development, is essential for nonprofits. However, fostering a productive proposal-building environment often presents scheduling and communication hurdles. Subject matter experts are often working beyond their capacity to manage their proposal duties.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2025

After a lot of research, conversations with community members, and writingand re-writingquestions, your application for funding is live. Reviewing the applications and selecting the organizations to fund. Application portals can also flag incomplete submissions, prompting applicants to address any gaps before submitting.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Relationship-building, communication, commitment to the cause, perseverance, creativity, and project management are all transferable skills that can be applied to fundraising. Why Diversifying Your Funding Is Essential With nearly 2 million nonprofit organizations in the United States, the competition for funding from all sources is stiff.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Most rejections happen because proposals don’t line up with what funders want to support. Your proposal must address this priority directly. This piece dives into proven ways to land foundation research grants, from finding the perfect opportunities to writing proposals that truly connect with funders’ missions.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 17, 2025

What’s more, things like inclusion, training, and fair wages attract talented and like-minded applicants. Myth #3: Organizational Culture cant be managed; it is something that happens organically in the workplace. Myth #5: Once a strong Organizational Culture is established, no further action is required by management.

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Candid

MARCH 11, 2025

We held live webinars and community office hours where applicants could ask questions. We received more than 150 applications, which suggests the breadth of capacity-building needs across the sector. What does project management look like among multiple organizations or communications that have both internal and external components?

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 29, 2025

How AI Tools Can Help Your Nonprofit Many nonprofits are managed with limited time and resources. Below are the best ways to safely incorporate AI into your nonprofit’s management system to increase impact for your cause. Because of this is vital to always check and recheck any grant proposal for accuracy before submission.

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GrantNews

MAY 7, 2025

From federal, state, and local government grants to private foundations , each has its own terminologylike LOI (Letter of Intent) or RFP (Request for Proposal). Start Small New nonprofits often find more success with micro-grants and in-kind donations before jumping into major funding proposals.

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