GrantNews

JUNE 16, 2025

But what if you don’t have the budget to bring in a professional? In this article, we will walk you through how to navigate the grant-seeking process on your own, where to find opportunities, and how to present a strong application, all while keeping costs low and control in your hands. You can filter by category (e.g.,

Grant

Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. For nonprofit professionals, grasping this lifecycle is key to improving funding success, maintaining compliance , and fostering strong relationships with funders.

Grant

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For more insights into nonprofit funding, refer to our article on grant money for nonprofit organizations. For tips on how to navigate the application process, see our article on how to apply for grant money. Provide a Budget : Include a detailed budget that outlines how grant money will be used.

Grant

Candid

MAY 2, 2025

As federal funding cuts, freezes, and executive actions create uncertainty across the sector, many nonprofits are struggling to find the resources they need to serve their communities. nonprofits report receiving government grants. inflation) of 3% to 5% for future-year budgets. Roughly 30% of U.S. Factor in cost increases (i.e.,

Proposal Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Every grant your nonprofit secures is a step toward growing its impact. 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. Use your nonprofits operating budget as a foundation.

Finance

Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

Let’s be real: in today’s nonprofit world, having a strong Facebook presence isn’t optional; it’s essential. According to this NonProfit Tech for Good report, a whopping 96% of nonprofits use Facebook. But if you’re like most nonprofit pros, your time is already stretched thin. Get nonprofit branding tips here.

Media

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Staring a nonprofit organization can be a fulfilling endeavor that leads to an exciting journey, and ultimately, to a rewarding future. The money involved with establishing a nonprofit varies based on factors like location, structure, and the scope of your mission. That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important.

Liability Insurance

Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Many nonprofit leaders, especially those who are new to the world of grant writing, may think a good way to be financially conservative is to hire a grant writer and pay them on a contingent basis. I can share more in a future article if there is interest. This tip is TRUE. There are so many reasons why this is a bad idea.

Grant Writing

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. Budgeting and Financial Planning Creating a well-defined budget is essential when applying for local grants.

Grant

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

Whether you’re a small nonprofit or a large organization, these fundraising tools are designed to make your next campaign your best one yet! That’s why we’ve put together a list of fundraising tools that can help you boost donations, streamline your processes, and engage your supporters in new and exciting ways.

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Introduction to Foundation Grants Importance of Grants for Nonprofit Organizations Grants play a vital role in the financial sustainability of nonprofit organizations. Without grants, many nonprofits would struggle to maintain operations or expand their reach to those in need.

Funding

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. Viken Mikaelian The Planned Giving Marketing Challenge Most Nonprofits Face If your nonprofit’s planned giving marketing is non-existent or disorganized, you’re not alone.

Budget

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Blue Avocado exists to help nonprofits succeed , and our community of nonprofit experts, leaders, and trailblazers continues to share their wisdom, strengthening us all. 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.

Budget

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. Before you start writing your Letter of Inquiry, take a moment to reflect on what you’re setting out to do – essentially, introduce your nonprofit. Take a moment to reflect.

Letter Of Inquiry

Candid

JULY 17, 2025

Running a nonprofit today is harder than ever, making it feel almost impossible to build a fundraising program while staying focused on advancing your mission. We’ve made it even easier to find free trainings, both live and on-demand, and get answers to the most common questions we get from nonprofits.

Letter Of Inquiry

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 30, 2024

As a nonprofit organization, which factor do you believe best showcases the success of your mission? Coffman stated in their GuideStar article : Theres no question that nonprofit organizations have an obligation to manage their finances responsibly. As Chuck McLean and Suzanne E. Thats where Return on Mission comes in.

Metrics

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

Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Imagine a nonprofit that secures a multi-year pledge of $100,000 annually for five yearsrather than constantly scrambling for new one-time gifts, they can now plan with greater confidence. This shift from a one-and-done contribution to recurring support is a game-changer for nonprofits seeking long-term sustainability.

Proposal

The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

While the legal status of these actions may still be unknown, nonprofits must decide how to move forward. Regarding government-funded programs, nonprofit leaders are or may be facing tough decisions. Review and revise the program budget. Those are addressed in a related article: Losing a Grant. If so, for how long?

Federal Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 7, 2025

With public funding in flux, private foundations shifting priorities, and technology changing how proposals are crafted and reviewed, nonprofits need way more than strong writing to stay competitive. 5 Key Nonprofit Grant Trends Reshaping 2025 1. 5 Key Nonprofit Grant Trends Reshaping 2025 1. What to do: Use AI as your copilot.

Grant

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

GrantNews articles, strategy papers, and journal articles), webinars, and educational programs(i.e., Educational Resources for Boards: The creation of "educational resources and/or programming for nonprofit boards about DEI requirements in grant proposals, as well as how data collection can promote DEI."

Grant

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. They can explore various funding avenues including grant money for community projects , foundation grants for nonprofit organizations , and more.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Nonprofit organizations need funding and support, whether through in-kind contributions, skilled volunteers, or monetary donations. 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.

Donation

DonorSnap

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Pledge tracking is an important aspect of fundraising, and using a nonprofit CRM can simplify the process. Unlike recurring donations , nonprofits typically restrict pledges to a specific purpose and a fixed timeline. If you are curious how a nonprofit CRM can help your organization track pledges you are in the right place.

CRM

CauseVox

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Many nonprofits operate on a July 1st through June 30th calendar. If your nonprofit has a specific awareness week or month in which you conduct an annual campaign, note that on your calendar. This would also be the appropriate stage to add any recurring events to your fundraising calendar, such as board and budget meetings.

Calendar

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

DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

DoJiggy is a leading fundraising platform for churches, nonprofits, and schools. 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.

Fundraising

Wild Apricot

JUNE 16, 2025

Running a nonprofit comes with a long to-do list – raising funds, managing programs, keeping records, staying compliant – the list goes on. It’s a lot to handle, especially if your group is new or operating without formal nonprofit status. When a nonprofit uses a fiscal agent, that agent isn’t just a middleman.

Logic Model

CauseVox

JULY 1, 2025

A few years ago, I was helping a small nonprofit revamp their donor outreach. That’s when it hit us: they didn’t need just a fundraising platform, they needed CRM software for nonprofits. What Is a CRM Software for Nonprofits? Didn’t we already thank her?” Wait, where’s that spreadsheet?” Sound familiar? Let’s dive in!

CRM

CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

Picture this: a sunny day, a beautifully manicured golf course, and a group of enthusiastic golfers ready to tee offall while raising funds to support your nonprofit’s mission. Whether you run a small community organization or a large nonprofit, hosting a successful golf tournament fundraiser is entirely within your reach.

Fundraising

CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2025

I once volunteered to help raise some extra funds for our nonprofit. Yes, nonprofit employees are extremely busy. However, if anything, a donor thank you should be at the top of your to-do list because a gesture of gratitude goes a long way in proving to your donor how important they are to your nonprofit.

CRM

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Depending on the size of the nonprofit organization, just one person may handle all fundraising tasks, while in other organizations the fundraising team may be comprised of a dozen individuals each with a unique focus. She has worked in nonprofit offices as part of large teams, and she has worked as a team of one.

Consulting

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Depending on the size of the nonprofit organization , just one person may handle all fundraising tasks, while in other organizations the fundraising team may be comprised of a dozen individuals each with a unique focus. She has worked in nonprofit offices as part of large teams, and she has worked as a team of one.

Consulting

Blackbaud

JULY 28, 2025

That goes for financial health at your nonprofit organization, too. In this article, you’ll learn about the different types of audits nonprofit finance teams commonly work on and the most common nonprofit audit mistakes for each, giving you a better understanding of how to avoid these mistakes for your next audit.

Finance

CauseVox

MAY 27, 2025

Instead of reaching out to donors, offering relevant giving opportunities, and telling your nonprofits story, you spend your time trying to find information, entering data in multiple places, and creating endless spreadsheets. What is a Nonprofit CRM? The nonprofit sector has adopted the use of CRMs, too.

CRM

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Animal rescues are generally nonprofits but can also be privately owned and operated. Books : Numerous books and articles provide in-depth knowledge on animal welfare and behavior, offering valuable insights and practical advice. Animal Shelter: Is There a Difference? Our 100+ fundraising ideas might inspire you.

Policy