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Pre- and Post-Award is like PB&J

RBW Strategy

Thinking through the post-award experience from a pre-award vantage Picture this – you work at a nonprofit and have a big, audacious project that you are looking to get off the ground. Sadly, many grant seeking entities do not look beyond obtaining federal funding, which is very risky behavior. SM-24-013).

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You Won the Grant—Now What? Mastering Post-Award Chaos Without Losing Sleep

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

The application is submitted, the grants been awarded, and everyones celebrating. post-award requirements. Post-Award Pressure Is Real For experienced grant writers, post-award management can feel like the most overlooked and underestimated beast in the grant world. You did it. Cue the confetti! Reporting deadlines.

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Grant-Fueled Growth: Leveraging Funding Opportunities in 2025

GrantNews

Are you ready to leverage grant funding opportunities? In truth, grants are a critical resource of vital funding. However, if you apply a mission-forward strategy to your grant research you will secure viable funding faster. However, In-Kind Support and Capital Funding support all types of seekers.

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Family Fun, Strong Communities, and Grant Funding

GrantNews

They help to fund programs that promote family fun, emotional support, and quality of life. Platforms like GrantWatch connect nonprofits and other organizations with funding opportunities to launch family-focused programs, from community events to counseling services and recreational activities. Addressing the Needs of Local Residents!

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How to Apply for Grant Funding Without a Grant Writer

GrantNews

The good news is you can still successfully apply for and receive foundation funding – even without a grant writer. Understand What Funders Are Looking For Most foundation grants are awarded based on alignment with their mission, so tailoring your proposal to each opportunity is essential. You can filter by category (e.g.,

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Adaptive funder strategies for supporting nonprofits in 2025 amid funding uncertainty 

Candid

In 2025, federal and state funding shifts are significantly disrupting the nonprofit sector. Direct grant recipients and organizations reliant on upstream funding are facing paused projects, staff reductions, and program instability; many are struggling to sustain operations. Here are several adaptive funder strategies we’re seeing: 1.

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9 Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Grant

GrantNews

On average, sources estimate that 1 in 7 applications are approved for funding. 9 Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Grant 1) Target Your Funders There are many different types of funding sources, but which funding source is best for you? What are your chances of winning a grant? GrantWatch is here to help!