Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

It matters not how organized your application was at the time of submission if you dont hold a proper kick off meeting right from the start. For larger organizations, this could include staff from Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, etc. These are all valid concerns when you receive an award notification.

GPC

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For tips on how to navigate the application process, see our article on how to apply for grant money. This section explores essential strategies for researching grant opportunities, identifying eligibility criteria, and tips for crafting successful applications. Keeping track of deadlines is important for timely applications.

Grants

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

How can you focus on the applicant experience? Take a close look at your applications to identify places to simplify and possibly eliminate questions. Ensure that the GMS can handle an increase in the number of grants, applications, and users without performance issues. How will you need the system to scale?

Grant Management

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.

Grants

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

Now, imagine submitting a grant application in January and receiving the award notice in June. Often, the finance department handles the process, leaving grant managers unaware until after the fact. Start by thinking like an auditor from the moment you draft your application.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Coastal Enterprises in Brunswick, Maine received $25 million, the Nonprofit Finance Fund was awarded $22 million, and Craft3 in Seattle announced it received $15 million. There were 6,353 applications for the Open Call. The $177 million targeted organizations dedicated to housing and financial assistance.

Finance

Blackbaud

MARCH 31, 2025

This confirmation can help verify that the email address is correct and there have been no changes in contact information since the application was submitted. Foster a supportive and transparent relationship with grantees through aligned grants and finance teams and pave the way for successful project execution.

Grants

Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Understanding the distinctions between capital, program, and operating grants is crucial for effectively managing your organization’s finances and meeting its goals. Detailed Proposals : Applications for capital grants often require detailed plans, cost estimates, and timelines. Choosing the Right Grant for Your Nonprofit 4.1

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Businesses Small businesses and startups can obtain grants to finance new projects, conduct research, or expand operations, often helping them gain a competitive edge in the market. Each type of grant has its own purpose, eligibility requirements, and application processes.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

How does an enterprise-scale CRM provide better data for an AI application? You Need to Customize Your Workflows and Integrate Systems Growing fundraising teams typically want to leverage custom workflows and integrate with related software systems like those used by finance and digital marketing.

CRM

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

Like individual fundraising, securing grants requires strong collaboration with finance, program staff, and leadership. Some organizations have a well-established grants culture, while others are still learning what it takes to prepare grant applications. Without these employees buy-ins, even the best strategies will struggle.

Grants

Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 25, 2025

Finances: How much money does the funder have to grant? The application process: If it is invitation-only, I put the funder in a separate section to let the client know that an application first requires building a relationship with the funder to secure an invitation, which takes intentional effort and time.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 8, 2024

While board members play an important role in assuring agency finances and grant funds are treated ethically, they are also partially responsible for resource development that is, ensuring their organization has the resources needed to fulfill its mission. Understand the issues that could impact their nonprofit agencys finances (e.g.,

GPC

Blackbaud

JANUARY 10, 2025

The traditional one-year grant cycle has created a funding hamster wheel that often keeps grantees heads-down on applications to avoid a gap in revenue. Give them the resources so their Boards can analyze the organizations finances thoughtfully and ask respectful, educated questions.

Award

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

A good finance team will make sure bills are paid on time, reports are accurate, and the Board of Directors has access to the current financial statements. A good finance team will help you stay where you are. A good finance team will help you stay where you are. A world-class finance department will help you evolve.

Finance

Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in applying for federal student aid. Adult learners should research state-specific programs to determine eligibility and application requirements. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for federal student aid.

Education

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Understanding what constitutes a grant is essential for applicants. To be successful in securing grant funding, individuals must grasp the basic components involved in the grant application process, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and evaluation metrics.

Grant Writing

Get Fully Funded

JULY 30, 2025

If you’re unsure about the best strategy, create a gift acceptance policy and consult with a nonprofit finance advisor to ensure alignment with your organization’s financial strategy and risk tolerance. However, nonprofits can’t afford to neglect grant opportunities, even if applications are difficult and funding isn’t guaranteed.

Funding

GrantNews

JULY 29, 2025

Funding supports projects and programs enhancing the teaching of economics and personal finance in a variety of venues, including schools, colleges, underserved communities, and congregations. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

Grants

Candid

JUNE 26, 2025

Artificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every industry, from finance to health care to retail. So far, we’ve seen chatbots, matchmaking algorithms, document summarizers, application assistants, and other tools that offer improvements in workflow and efficiency—helpful, but not transformative.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JULY 23, 2025

Rather, I have started to count how much time is collectively spent by our team, and the clients we support, navigating two-factor or multi-factor authentication (MFA) systems in order to gain access to grant application portals. For small, volunteer-led, or community-based organizations, navigating MFA can be a considerable burden.

Grants

Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

It helps you better understand your donors, keep them engaged, and work more efficiently with your finance, marketing, programs, and leadership teams. Integrating finance and fundraising makes reconciliation easier and helps improve donor stewardship. Volunteer management platforms: Keep all your volunteer information in one place.

CRM

Candid

JUNE 4, 2025

At a time when new organizations are seeing significant delays in the review of their 501(c)(3) applications and when we need fresh approaches to solving challenges, fiscal sponsorship can play a crucial role. Fiscal sponsors in the United States currently steward over $2.6 billion, supporting an estimated 40,000 distinct projects.

Goals

Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Share specific examples of how past donations have made a difference and contributed to the success of your organizations projects or programs, if applicable. But we wouldn’t be able to make such an impact without gifts to help cover the costs of operating our church, maintaining our facilities, and financing our work doing [mission].

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Blackbaud

JULY 24, 2025

The opportunities for applications of AI tools for fundraising will continue to grow. By giving this time and mental energy back, you can focus on fostering connections between development and finance; find opportunities to better engage your board with fundraising efforts; and examine long-standing processes for opportunities to grow.

AI

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

Consult with finance staff or partners early. If you have a dedicated finance staff member or team, start the application process by talking to them! If you can demonstrate that from the start, your application immediately gains credibility. Use the budget to clarify program structure. Who will implement the work?

Budget

Blackbaud

JUNE 20, 2025

Most nonprofit finance teams have been taught to keep their overhead costs buried deep within their financial statements. The Department of Education capped indirect costs for research grants at 15%, regardless of the rates each grant had negotiated during the application process. On the positive side, the U.S.

Indirect Cost

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Next, youll submit the 501(c)(3) tax exemption application to the IRS. Screen Applicants Have an application and interview process to ensure good matches and prepared families. See our guide on nonprofit financial statements for tips on tracking and reporting finances.

Policy

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Each grant typically has a specific focus area and eligibility criteria, which applicants must meet. By understanding both the purpose of grants and their importance for financial stability, applicants are better positioned to succeed in securing the funding they need.

Grant Writing

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Nonprofit Grant Proposal Budget Calculations: A Road Map Whats the best way to make your nonprofits budget stand out on a grant application? Finance Once your nonprofit or private foundation is tax-exempt, you never have to deal with the IRS again, right? Simple acts can have a big impact on the community!

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

As public housing fell out of favor, so did other direct federal housing financing programs like HUD’s long forgotten Sections 235, 236, and 221(d)(3) programs. Local governments, states and tribal organizations, and nonprofits in cooperation with their city or county are eligible applicants.

Federal Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 20, 2025

When youre the only one writing grants, you dont have time to start from scratch every time a new application comes up. Letters of Support & MOUs: Pre-written letters from partners, stakeholders, or beneficiaries that you can quickly tailor to new applications. Schedule Updates: Add it to your quarterly planning routine.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JULY 8, 2025

Process automation can be scary for nonprofit finance teams because it can feel like you are giving up control. These repetitive tasks can be even more prevalent in nonprofit organizations, where updating vendor records, tracking down donor agreements, or documenting grant applications are everyday occurrences. The average U.S.

AI

Grant Writer Team

MARCH 27, 2025

The board approves budgets, reviews financial reports, and ensures proper controls are in place to keep finances in check. Risk Management From finances to reputation, the board identifies and mitigates risks. They determine salary, define responsibilities, and establish oversight committees to ensure accountability.

Government

Blackbaud

APRIL 28, 2025

Use data insights from your scholarship management system to identify students engaging with scholarship opportunitieswhether theyre clicking on scholarship links, starting applications, or inquiring about financial aid. Retention is critical for institutions, and studies show that finances are thetop reason students leave college.

Award

Blackbaud

JUNE 19, 2025

In today’s challenging economic and political environment, the social impact sector is facing increasing pressures related to finances, resources, and tools. Furthermore, nonprofits are currently navigating an era of rapid technological advancements through artificial intelligence.

AI

Fluxx

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For those types of organizations and community groups with meaningful differences in Auckland, finance can be the key component that makes the ideas become a reality. The Auckland Foundation Grassroots Giving Programme is a great opportunity for tapping into community-focused initiatives.

Finance