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How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Government grant-making policies are shifting the entire world of grants. These grant trends encourage positive changes in society. For example, making grants more accessible by utilizing an online application process. In truth, this is one of the many reasons GrantWatch lists grants for nonprofits and businesses alike.

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Policy Policies Government Grant

The power of small grants and deep listening to fund the ‘unfundable’

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 Most traditional, larger foundations offer grants only after applicants have successfully secured funding from another source.

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Inclusion Through Translation: Improving ESG Scores With Grants

GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

However, leaders can solve this issue by translating vital information with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles through grants. Language and translation grants have, as a result, emerged on GrantWatch for businesses and nonprofits.

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Sprouts Foundation to Award $3M in Grants to Nonprofits Focused on Health and Wellness

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 11, 2025

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Inside the Process: How Are Grants Made?

Grant Writer Team

APRIL 24, 2025

Today, we answer the burning question of exactly how grants are made. To whit, grants typically fund causes that increase the well-being of a community. Grant-makers and grant-seekers work together to improve our world. To illustrate: grant-makers fund vital programs.

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Grant Grants Applicant Application

Required Grant Reports: Making Required Tasks Work Harder So You Can Work Smarter!

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 30, 2025

Often seen as just another thing we must do for the money – required grant reports are not typically a treasured task among grant professionals. But what if I told you, it is my FAVORITE part of grants management? Grant reports check the compliance box for funders, and they want to know how their investment has panned out.

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Small Business Starter Kit: Tools and Tips for New Entrepreneurs

GrantNews

MARCH 27, 2025

At GrantWatch , we’re here to support your journey with small business tools and tips , including a curated list of entrepreneur and startup grants. With over 200 grants in our Entrepreneurs and Startups category, youll find valuable funding opportunities to help turn your vision into reality.

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Foundation Grants for Nonprofit Organizations: Your Path to Funding Excellence

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.

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4 Corporate Sponsorships Nonprofits Should Seek

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Did you know that corporations sometimes provide in-kind support grants by donating promotional items to help enrich your mission? 1: Local Corporate Sponsorships for Community Development Many purpose-driven businesses create foundations to offer grants to support vital causes like education, health, and community development.

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Arts and Writing Grants Allow for Creative Self-Expression

GrantNews

JUNE 26, 2025

Arts and Writing Grants allow for creative self-expression. GrantWatch wants to help to make the Arts more accessible by providing a list of arts and writing grants that are currently available. Additionally, GrantWatch has close to 2,700 grants in its Arts and Culture grant listing category. Arts and Writing Grants 1.

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Top 5 Reasons Nonprofits Need a Stellar Website

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In truth, donations are made and grants are awarded when there is a shared passion for a nonprofits cause. Because of this, outlining your mission will attract volunteers, and donors along with proving legitimacy and credibility to grant application reviewers. So, ensure your passion is illustrated in your mission statement.

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How AI Tools Like ChatGPT Can Help You Promote Your Nonprofit

Grant Writer Team

MAY 29, 2025

Enhancing Communication and Content Just like a business, nonprofits build marketing plans, social media posts, and more. Strengthen Your Grant Writing Nonprofits are encouraged to use AI to help with grammar, specific wording, and even evaluating statistics. Need a Grant Writer for Your Nonprofit? AI can help with this, too.

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ChatGPT AI Grant Writing Nonprofit

Crafting Opportunities: Exploring the Grant Writing Process

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding Grants and Their Purpose Grants are financial awards provided by governments, foundations, or corporations to support a specific project or initiative. Organizations or individuals seeking grant funding should clearly understand how grants function and the requirements they entail.

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Report Illustrates Best Practices for Fundraising With Donors Who Use Donor-Advised Funds

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2025

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What’s the Cost Behind Starting a Nonprofit Organization in 2025?

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

ESG rating organizations calculate ESG scores using data from sources like disclosures, academic studies, media reports, and other resources. Marketing Materials: Budget $500 to $1,500 for printed materials, social media ads, and outreach efforts. Your grant-seeking success is our priority at GrantWriterTeam.

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These Foundations Are Giving Away Millions to Nonprofits

GrantNews

JULY 23, 2025

Obtaining grant money from these large foundations can be competitive. However, winning a large grant can be transformative. Using GrantWatch’s Foundation Search Directory , we’ve listed 10 foundations that have awarded millions in grants to nonprofits in previous years. Learn more here.

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Bonterra DonorDrive and Meta Launch New Integration to Boost Nonprofit Fundraising on Instagram and Facebook

NonProfit PRO

JULY 30, 2025

Nonprofits today face declining social media engagement and pressure to grow revenue through supporter-led fundraising. Nonprofits can expect more donations from social media, greater organic reach through supporter networks, stronger brand presence in social feeds, and less time spent managing social sharing and tracking.

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Best Scholarships for Adults: Opportunities for Your Education Journey

Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Heres a breakdown of the various kinds of financial aid you can explore: Grants : Grants are a form of financial aid you dont have to repay. They are often need-based and can be awarded by the federal government, state governments, or private organizations. They can be awarded based on merit, talent, or specific fields of study.

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4 Ways Agentic AI Can Help Nonprofits Focus on Their Mission

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 27, 2025

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How Are You Thanking Your Donors?

NonProfit PRO

JULY 16, 2025

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Golden Unveils AI-Backed App Update to Address Declining Volunteer, Donor Engagement

NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2025

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5 Reasons Many Nonprofits Fail to Reach Their Highest Potential

NonProfit PRO

JULY 3, 2025

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Retail Nonprofit Management Media

GrantExec Offers Help for Organizations Affected by Texas Floods to Find Funding Resources

NonProfit PRO

JULY 17, 2025

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The State of DAFs in 2025: Updates on Donor-Advised Funds

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

Grants from DAFs to nonprofits declined somewhat , going from $55.53 The average DAF payout rate (the percentage of grants made relative to the charitable assets available) was almost 24%. With this funding available, securing DAF grants has become a staple of smart nonprofit cash management. billion in 2022 to $54.77

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Unlocking Generosity: Get Donors to Give More With Donor-Centric Tips

Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 12, 2024

” – Penelope Burk Donor-Centric Management Tips Frequent Updates – Maximize donations by utilizing social media. Diversify Your Funding Sources: Apply For Grants! While there are many ways to maximize donations, like charity events and fundraisers, you should also be applying for grants.

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Study Shows Donations Increase With AI-Powered Donor Data Analytics

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2025

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Report: Native Communities Are a High-Impact, Often Overlooked, Opportunity for Funders

NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

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How Donor-Advised Funds Are Bringing Big Results to Fundraising Across the Board

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 4, 2025

10, so over a two-week period, we saw an increase in DAF grants by nine times year-over-year,” Felico said. “In 2023, we had $198,000 in [DAF] grants in that two-week period. All said, 37% of Planned Parenthood’s 2025 mid-level revenue came from DAF grants. million in DAF grants across 1,858 gifts.

Funding

Funding Retail Fundraising Conference

Dataro Launches ProspectAI: AI-Powered Major Donor Prospecting

NonProfit PRO

JULY 8, 2025

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AI Retail Media Management

Are GPA Chapters Worth It?

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 23, 2025

During an extreme google search entitled something like How the F-ing H#@$ Do I Write a Grant?!, I stumbled across Grant Professionals Association. One request caught my eyehelp with the Chapters social media. I've learned so much as a member, and the awards Ive won are proof of how valuable this experience has been.

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Bloomerang Launches Journey Automation to Help Nonprofits Raise More

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

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Retail Nonprofit Management Media

GivenGain and The Giving Block Launch Technology Integration

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 1, 2025

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Retail Management Media Donation

Gamification: Turning Donor Engagement Into a Competition Everyone Wins

NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

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Retail Award Media Management

10 Simple Tips to Boost Your Nonprofit Website’s SEO

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

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Engineering Retail Nonprofit Award

Meet Ava!

HSF House

MAY 16, 2025

I am a first-year student at Florida State University pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Digital Media Production and Political Science on a pre-law track. In high school, I won a student exhibition award at their gallery, so landing an internship with them means a lot to me. Blog Post One: Introduction Hello all!

AI

AI Digital Media Media Award

Funding disabled creatives: Takeaways from the Disability Futures Fellowship

Candid

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Flexible grant dollars can be paired with tailored technical assistance. Public benefit programs have strict income and asset limits that make it difficult to receive grants and awards. Be flexible with grant disbursement timelines. Fund across movements and funding areas, bridging arts and human rights frameworks.

Funding

Funding Policy Policies Transportation

Mightycause Launches Contacts Nonprofit CRM for Donor Management and Engagement

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 4, 2025

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CRM Management Retail Nonprofit

Supersized Gifts Mask Declining Nonprofit Grassroots Support, Q1 FEP Report Finds

NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

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Retail Nonprofit Retainer Media

From Networking to $13M Raised: What Nonprofit Hiring Really Takes

NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2025

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Retail Nonprofit Award Strategic Plan

DonorDock Launches Otto, an Intelligent Assistant for Small Fundraising Teams

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 19, 2025

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AI Retail Fundraising Media

Fundraising Salaries Stabilize as Median Pay Outpaces Inflation, AFP Report Finds

NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2025

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Survey: US Nonprofits at Critical Point as Funding for Community Needs Falters

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 23, 2025

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Funding Retail Nonprofit Finance

Stop Begging, Start Planning: Why Foundations Are Done Funding Complacent Nonprofits

Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Evolution of Philanthropic Expectations: A Wake-Up Call for Nonprofits For decades, many nonprofits have operated with a reactive approach to fundraisingchasing grants, hosting emergency campaigns, and depending on one-time donations. Strategic vision beats emergency fundraising in today's competitive grant landscape.

Funding

Funding Policy Policies Nonprofit

6 Common Hurdles Nonprofits Must Overcome to Launch Texting

NonProfit PRO

JULY 14, 2025

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Retail Nonprofit Budget Demographics

How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

The power of small grants and deep listening to fund the ‘unfundable’

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Inclusion Through Translation: Improving ESG Scores With Grants

Sprouts Foundation to Award $3M in Grants to Nonprofits Focused on Health and Wellness

Inside the Process: How Are Grants Made?

Required Grant Reports: Making Required Tasks Work Harder So You Can Work Smarter!

Small Business Starter Kit: Tools and Tips for New Entrepreneurs

Foundation Grants for Nonprofit Organizations: Your Path to Funding Excellence

4 Corporate Sponsorships Nonprofits Should Seek

Arts and Writing Grants Allow for Creative Self-Expression

Top 5 Reasons Nonprofits Need a Stellar Website

How AI Tools Like ChatGPT Can Help You Promote Your Nonprofit

Crafting Opportunities: Exploring the Grant Writing Process

Report Illustrates Best Practices for Fundraising With Donors Who Use Donor-Advised Funds

What’s the Cost Behind Starting a Nonprofit Organization in 2025?

These Foundations Are Giving Away Millions to Nonprofits

Bonterra DonorDrive and Meta Launch New Integration to Boost Nonprofit Fundraising on Instagram and Facebook

Best Scholarships for Adults: Opportunities for Your Education Journey

4 Ways Agentic AI Can Help Nonprofits Focus on Their Mission

How Are You Thanking Your Donors?

Golden Unveils AI-Backed App Update to Address Declining Volunteer, Donor Engagement

5 Reasons Many Nonprofits Fail to Reach Their Highest Potential

GrantExec Offers Help for Organizations Affected by Texas Floods to Find Funding Resources

The State of DAFs in 2025: Updates on Donor-Advised Funds

Unlocking Generosity: Get Donors to Give More With Donor-Centric Tips

Study Shows Donations Increase With AI-Powered Donor Data Analytics

Report: Native Communities Are a High-Impact, Often Overlooked, Opportunity for Funders

How Donor-Advised Funds Are Bringing Big Results to Fundraising Across the Board

Dataro Launches ProspectAI: AI-Powered Major Donor Prospecting

Are GPA Chapters Worth It?

Bloomerang Launches Journey Automation to Help Nonprofits Raise More

GivenGain and The Giving Block Launch Technology Integration

Gamification: Turning Donor Engagement Into a Competition Everyone Wins

10 Simple Tips to Boost Your Nonprofit Website’s SEO

Meet Ava!

Funding disabled creatives: Takeaways from the Disability Futures Fellowship

Mightycause Launches Contacts Nonprofit CRM for Donor Management and Engagement

Supersized Gifts Mask Declining Nonprofit Grassroots Support, Q1 FEP Report Finds

From Networking to $13M Raised: What Nonprofit Hiring Really Takes

DonorDock Launches Otto, an Intelligent Assistant for Small Fundraising Teams

Fundraising Salaries Stabilize as Median Pay Outpaces Inflation, AFP Report Finds

Survey: US Nonprofits at Critical Point as Funding for Community Needs Falters

Stop Begging, Start Planning: Why Foundations Are Done Funding Complacent Nonprofits

6 Common Hurdles Nonprofits Must Overcome to Launch Texting

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