Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

Between the time of submission and award, things change, including factors that could affect your grants success. These are all valid concerns when you receive an award notification. Many grants are awarded 6+ months following a submission, and the team might not remember all the project details. (If

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Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 3, 2022

At our most recent Grant Writing Made Easy workshop, we did a deep dive into nonprofit program budgets. Of all the topics I teach inside the course, the budget is the one that students have the most anxiety and confusion around. (By Follow this 3-step process for creating nonprofit program budgets. Understand the key terms.

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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.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

JUNE 10, 2025

Invite a beneficiary to share their story during opening remarks or the awards ceremony. Final Thoughts You don’t need a huge staff or a big budget to pull off events like those mentioned in this guide. Think about strategic ways to stretch your resources, such as: Leveraging partnerships.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

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? This article discusses what grant management is and the risks of mismanaging awarded grants. The GrantWatch team is here to help.

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AmpliFund

MARCH 13, 2024

In our recent webinar, I detailed ways to improve grant budgeting and ease financial reporting. Key considerations for your budget planning process: Strong financial planning in the early grant stages sets the stage for successful program implementation and reporting.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

In addition to risk, federal government agencies are asking applicants/recipients to demonstrate their ability to manage federal grants through a robust internal controls policy and procedures manual (sometimes during the pre-award stage) that outlines how organizations will be good stewards of government funding.

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Candid

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A group of visionary women came together in 1984 to award Boston Women’s Fund’s (BWF) first five grants totaling $20,000. We’ve awarded more than 385 small grants totaling over $7.6 Forty years later, we remain an influential intermediary funder that raises funds from institutional grantmakers and individual donors.

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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.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 16, 2023

One of the questions I get most often is: " Is it okay to pay a grant writer a percentage of the grant award?" While this may seem like a completely reasonable way to get some professional help with low risk to your budget, it has high-risk implications for the financial status of a nonprofit and the grant writer.

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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. Its why we partner with MyFedTrainer.com to deliver grant writing supports and training on both the pre-award and post-award side of things.

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Peak Proposals

APRIL 3, 2023

Grant proposals have at least two parts: the project narrative and the budget (aka cost proposal). There may not be a division of responsibilities between the cost and narrative proposals at a small nonprofit, leaving the project lead (or the grant writer) to both write the proposal narrative and prepare the budget.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 24, 2025

Grant-makers strategically design their grant application process to ensure funds are awarded to causes aligned with their mission. Grant-makers must build a grant review process that distinguishes between applicants who make a real-world impact and those who do not to ensure the grant awarded is funding the correct cause.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 31, 2025

Here are five tips for streamlining how you get grant awards to your recipients. Provide a Detailed Notice of Award Sending out the notice of award is exciting for both the funder and the grantee. Finally, consider requesting acknowledgement that they received the notice of award. Address contingencies proactively.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Exemplary Academics in Sci entific Fields : Grants and awards to nonprofit organizations and IHEs for activities that further the professional advancement of researchers and educators in scientific fields. Government grants come from tax revenues and budget allocations.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants A grant is a financial award provided by government agencies, foundations, or other organizations to support specific projects or initiatives. Two essential components of a compelling proposal are writing clear and concise objectives and effective budget planning and justification.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Regardless of the pricing model, it’s essential to note that paying a grant writer based on a percentage of awarded funds is both unethical and prohibited by industry standards. Each structure offers unique advantages based on an organization’s needs and budget constraints.

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RBW Strategy

AUGUST 7, 2024

The key elements you want to have in place when you are awarded a federal grant project Congratulations! You have been awarded a federal grant. The good news is, that if you follow the rules and communicate with your awarding agency, you will set yourself up for success. Yup, this is serious!

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants Definition and Purpose of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to support initiatives aligned with their objectives. Foundation Grants Foundation grants are awarded by private or community foundations.

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 1, 2025

A sustainable system in place helps grant-seekers avoid restrictions, penalties and ensures compliance with post-award management instructions. Avoid these setbacks and use a grant cycle management system for all grants awarded to protect your organization. Failure to properly track and report grants can have dire consequences.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

A grant is a financial award provided by a government, foundation, or organization to support a specific project or initiative. Familiarity with the grant process, as outlined in resources like grant writing examples and budgeting for grants , can also enhance the overall application quality. Understanding Grants What is a Grant?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 28, 2025

With shrinking budgets and growing demands for accountability, schools must find innovative ways to support their students while achieving institutional goals. Segment these students and your marketing messaging into targeted groups and nurture them with communications emphasizing high-value awards or program-specific opportunities.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

Unfeasible Budget: The higher the funding amount, the more stringent the rules. These are typically things like a budget, a list of board members, and letters of support. Disclaimer: There is no guarantee that grants will be awarded as a result of this information. 5 Popular Grants and Matching Categories 1.

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Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

However, grant recipients need to have a clear understanding of what grants can and cannot pay for as they build this revenue into their budgets. It is important to read and follow the budget guidelines for each grant – before and after receiving the grant. Let us explore the possibilities and limitations of grant funding.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

A strong grant proposal has sections about the organization’s background, project details, story, budget, and ways to measure success. Definition and purpose of grant writing Grant writing includes research, drafting, and submission of proposals to receive financial awards that support specific projects or programs.

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Sharpshooter Communications

MARCH 15, 2023

We just finished writing the budget for next year and we set an income goal of $680,000 in grants. Managing the Award: The grant is awarded! Confirming the award: The grant professional ensures the award information is received and distributed across the organization. I know we can do it!" Absolutely!

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

They also enhance the credibility of nonprofit organizations, as being awarded a grant often indicates the approval and trust of reputable foundations or government bodies. Credibility Being awarded grants enhances an organizations reputation. Funding History : Analyze past grants awarded to understand trends and preferences.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important. Marketing Materials: Budget $500 to $1,500 for printed materials, social media ads, and outreach efforts. Technology and Software: Budget around $1,000 annually for basic tools (email, accounting software, website hosting).

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AmpliFund

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Award closeout is a vital part of the grant lifecycle. It’s when you gather all documentation you’ve created during the life of the award to be compliant with reporting requirements and ensure all expenditures are accounted for. Check out our Award Closeout Checklist.)  Other resources can help too.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

However, you find that your budget won’t allow for the purchase and now you’re stuck. For example, if you are awarded 15 computers, website design services, or healthy food rather than funding, nonprofits can then redistribute funding to operational costs. #3: Imagine this, you are hosting a fundraiser in the near future.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

Managing your grants within your fund accounting system will allow you to budget by grant, report on budget vs actuals, and review grant activity, so you can quickly and easily answer these questions. No matter your mission, grant reporting will help drive success by ensuring compliance and accurately reporting on these awards.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Incorporate these best practices into your processes before applying for a grant and after you win an award to make sure you stay compliant with the grant requirements. Pre-Award Preparation Have certain policies and processes in place before applying for a grant so you can be confident you meet their requirements and there are no surprises.

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Library Grants

MARCH 17, 2025

Under-resourced institutions are defined as those meeting one or more of the following criteria: Professional Development Budget: Libraries with less than $1,000 allocated annually per librarian for professional development. Access to AI Tools and Technologies: Libraries that do not subscribe to or have access to advanced AI tools.

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Grant Geek

MARCH 1, 2022

Everything you need to know to develop a brilliant grant proposal budget. A grant proposal budget outlines your intended expenses if you are awarded the grant funding, specific to the project or program stated in your proposal. Some grants also require the applicant to match a portion of their budget. Let’s talk.

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Fundraising HayDay

MARCH 20, 2025

In October 2024, the latest changes to the Office of Management and Budgets (OMB) Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (also known as 2 CFR Part 200 or Uniform Guidance) went into effect. Many changes were beneficial to grantees. Many changes were beneficial to grantees.

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Grant Consulting Services

JUNE 29, 2023

One word: budget. In the land of grantmaking, it’s essential to have a budget in place because grantmakers want to know that your financial situation is reasonable and how you plan on spending the money if awarded. The budget should show potential funders EXACTLY where their funds will be directed. Don’t make stuff up.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Definition of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to fund specific projects or programs. Corporate Grants Funds awarded by businesses to support community programs or initiatives that enhance their corporate social responsibility.

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