Candid

JUNE 5, 2025

Building a nonprofit budget can be intimidating, not only for new projects or organizations but for all nonprofits when the fundraising outlook is uncertain. Yet, a challenging environment makes developing a strong, credible budget even more important. Here’s how to get started: The basics of building a nonprofit budget.

Budget

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Feature Description Funding Sources Federal, state, and local governments Common Areas Education, health, community development Eligibility Varies by program; generally non-profits, local governments, and educational institutions For detailed guidance on obtaining government grants, refer to our article on how to apply for a grant.

Grant Writing

Candid

MAY 2, 2025

Some nonprofits anticipating reimbursement from such grants may have already spent funds from this years budget. inflation) of 3% to 5% for future-year budgets. Some are learning, with no advance notice, that this funding has been revoked or eliminated going forward. In other words, many organizations are facing a funding crisis.

Proposal Writing

Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A huge thank you to Audrey Kidwell, Grants Manager for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, for providing many of the resources and tips included in this article. This includes simple narratives, flexible budgets, clear timelines for decisions, and a quick approval process. Hurricanes. Prolonged droughts.

Policies

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For a more detailed guide on this process, refer to our article on how to apply for grant money. For more detailed insights into grants, refer to our article on foundation grants for nonprofit organizations. This involves strategic budgeting and financial planning, as well as implementing thorough reporting and accountability measures.

Grants

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In this article, we will cover online fundraising methods, tools, and some quick tips to get your nonprofit started! An exception would be digital paid ad campaigns, where expenses run high based on the organization’s ad budget. How Do Organizations Collect Donations Online?

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more in-depth information on grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. Well-articulated grant proposals demonstrate an applicant’s understanding of the project’s goals, budget implications, and anticipated impact. For guidance on creating effective objectives, visit our article on basics of grant writing.

Grant Writing

DoJiggy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This article explores some of the best online giving platforms for churches, highlighting key features, pros, and cons to help you make the right choice for your congregation. Best Free Giving Platforms for Churches Finding a cost-effective solution is crucial for churches mindful of their budgets (and who isn’t?).

Donation

CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Multiple donation types are great fundraising tools because some supporters may want to make a single impactful gift, while others prefer smaller recurring donations that fit within their monthly budget. Pledge options allow donors to commit to a larger gift over time, helping your organization plan for sustained support.

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Familiarity with the grant process, as outlined in resources like grant writing examples and budgeting for grants , can also enhance the overall application quality. This preparation involves gathering the required documents, developing a comprehensive grant proposal, and budgeting for the funds requested.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

This article breaks the grant lifecycle into two main phases: the pre-award phase and the post-award phase. Important activities: Gather necessary documents, develop narratives, build budgets, and secure internal approvals. Objective: Monitor grant progress, manage budgets, and ensure compliance throughout the grant period.

Grants

CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

You can make it easy for them to choose what fits best for their goals and budget by offering several donation options like one-time, recurring, and pledge support. Diverse Donation Types With CauseVox, your donation page can offer all the options donors need to feel comfortable and excited about supporting you.

Donation

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more details on types of grants available, refer to our article on what is a grant. Budget A detailed financial plan outlining all expenses and how grant funds will be allocated. For budgeting tips, refer to budgeting for grants. Evaluation Plan A strategy for assessing the project’s effectiveness and outcomes.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Effective grant management goes beyond tracking funds in your CRM its also about budgeting effectively, prioritizing programs that need financial support, and delivering timely reports to grantmakers. Many grantmakers request a proposed budget along with grant applications to show youre thinking about these goals from the start.

Finance

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 8, 2025

For more information on funder searches, check out our article here. Because there is never enough funding and there is always so much need, program budgets are typically very tight, with little to no margin for error. Read our article here to learn more. Curious about what differentiates government and foundation grants?

Applicant

Center for Major Gifts

MAY 4, 2025

Transform your nonprofit's legacy giving program with the power of donor stories no big budget required. A great article by Claire Meyerhoff. Most charities lack a dedicated planned giving director, a five-year bequest marketing plan, or a budget for direct mail campaigns focused on legacy gifts.

Budget

Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I can share more in a future article if there is interest. Think and Ink Grant Consulting® Think and Ink Grant Consulting® helps large nonprofit organizations with budgets of $3 million or more, institutions of higher education, and municipalities increase their grant dollars. There are so many reasons why this is a bad idea.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

This article provides a detailed exploration of the world of grants for churches non profit organizations, highlighting the types of grants available, strategies for identifying and applying for funding, best practices for grant writing , and the challenges associated with grant compliance and reporting.

Funding

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For a more detailed explanation of grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. For further details, visit our article on how to apply for a grant. Budget Details how funding should be allocated. Budget A detailed account of the financial resources needed, including direct and indirect costs.

Grant Writing

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important. Legal Assistance: Hiring an attorney to draft bylaws and articles of incorporation can cost between $500 and $2,000. Marketing Materials: Budget $500 to $1,500 for printed materials, social media ads, and outreach efforts.

Liability Insurance

Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In this article, well explore practical strategies for turning one-time gifts into multi-year commitments. Why Multi-Year Commitments Matter When donors pledge support for multiple years, nonprofits gain a predictable revenue stream that simplifies budget forecasting and program planning.

Proposal

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

GrantNews articles, strategy papers, and journal articles), webinars, and educational programs(i.e., DEI as a Leadership Quality: The importance of "Includ[ing] the knowledge of and engagement in DEI as a leadership quality as GPA creates a leadership development program for grant professionals." iLearnLive, GrantSummit)."

Grants

Candid

JULY 17, 2025

Sample documents and worksheets We’ve refreshed our collection of sample documents to make it easier for you to explore winning grant proposals, letters of inquiry, cover letters, and budgets. Consolidated help articles Our help articles are now more comprehensive, updated, and easier to navigate on Candid’s new learning site.

Letter Of Inquiry

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

If there’s one thing we’re most proud of, it’s the way we’re giving Not everyone has the time to write a Blue Avocado article. That’s why we’ve put some of Blue Avocado’s most popular articles from the past 15 years in the front of a new generation with Gold Avocado.

Budget

Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

By John Killoran Leaders across the nonprofit sector face a common challenge: striving to serve a growing community of beneficiaries with constrained budgets. Create flexible ticketing options that cater to a range of budgets so your event remains accessible to a broad audience. The good news? Offer tiered ticket pricing.

Nonprofit

The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

Review and revise the program budget. While this article addresses government grants ending due to political changes, there are other situations where a grant ends before expected. Those are addressed in a related article: Losing a Grant. Are you able to bridge the gap until additional funding is secured? If so, for how long?

Federal Grants

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Thats when youll be asked to provide detailed financial reports, budgets, and plans for executing your program and measuring your success. No annual reports, brochures, or copies of news articles – for example. Provide enough context so the reviewer knows whats going on in the photo, too.

Letter Of Inquiry

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These programs often cover various facets of the grant writing process, including research, proposal writing, budget preparation, and project evaluation. Cost Evaluate the program fees against the budget. For further guidance on applying for funding opportunities, refer to our article on how to apply for grant money.

Grant Writing

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2025

In the case of a free demo, it will also allow you to make sure you’re making the right choice before investing in a tool, so you can budget your limited cash confidently. Planning is key to putting on a successful fundraiser, whether your budget is $1,000 or $100,000. Do you have a teammember who loves the nitty gritty details?

Template

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For more insights on the process, check out our article on how to apply for grant money. Budget A clear, itemized budget outlining how funds will be used efficiently. Be Realistic : Set achievable goals and present a realistic budget. Statement of Need A detailed explanation of the problem or need the project addresses.

Funding

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Coffman stated in their GuideStar article : Theres no question that nonprofit organizations have an obligation to manage their finances responsibly. Unfortunately, philanthropies are typically (and problematically) judged by the first two criteria. As Chuck McLean and Suzanne E.

Metrics

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more information about grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. For tips on grant writing, visit our article on grant writing examples. For more insights, refer to our article on what is a grant. For more examples of successful proposals, explore our article on grant writing examples.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Prepare a Proposal Plan: Develop a comprehensive plan detailing the project’s objectives, strategy, and budget. For a comprehensive understanding of various grant writing options, consider exploring our article on grant writing services to discover the best solutions for specific needs.

Grant Writing

DoJiggy

APRIL 29, 2025

In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to organize a successful roller skating fundraiser. Budgeting for Your Roller Skating Fundraiser Effective financial management and budgeting are vital components of organizing a successful roller skating fundraiser. So lace up your skates and get ready to roll!

Fundraising

DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

Here are some tips to keep your finances organized: Set a Budget Determine the costs of your event, including venue, marketing, supplies, and any other expenses. A clear budget prevents overspending and ensures profitability. Track Income and Expenses Financial software like QuickBooks can be used to monitor transactions.

Fundraising

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2025

In the case of a free demo, it will also allow you to make sure you’re making the right choice before investing in a tool, so you can budget your limited cash confidently. Planning is key to putting on a successful fundraiser, whether your budget is $1,000 or $100,000. Do you have a teammember who loves the nitty gritty details?

Template

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will guide you through steps to ensure you’re well-prepared in advance of a disaster and ensure your efforts are effectively directed towards initiatives that provide aid during challenging times. Nonprofit organizations need funding and support, whether through in-kind contributions, skilled volunteers, or monetary donations.

Donation