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Top Accounting Tips for Government Grants

Blackbaud

This guide covers the fundamentals that your finance team needs to know during every stage of the grant so you can handle it confidently from award to closeout. Pre-Award Your finance team’s involvement begins even before your organization identifies a funding opportunity. Check out our grant compliance checklist.

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Navigate the Grant Landscape: Key Basics of Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

Introduction to Grants A grant is a financial award provided by government agencies, foundations, or other organizations to support specific projects or initiatives. Consider Indirect Costs : If applicable, include administrative or overhead costs, justifying their necessity for project success.

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Yes, the GrantSummit is Still Relevant to Me, a Grant Professional of over 20 Years!

Grant Professionals Association

Now, the conference is much more manageable for me as I’m able to mix different aspects of my professional career all in one conference. When I first started attending the GrantSummit, I was often overwhelmed with all I was learning and how I would possibly integrate all I had learned before the next conference.

GPC
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The Financial Edge: Crafting Budgets for Grant Success

Allied Grant Writers

It outlines how funds will be allocated and ensures that all projected costs are accounted for. A well-prepared budget not only reflects the financial needs of the project but also demonstrates the applicant’s responsibility and capability to manage funds effectively.

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More Than Fiduciary Oversight – How Board Members Can Support the Grant Writing Team by Megan Campbell, MPA, GPC

Assel Grant Services

indirect costs, matching funds, supplanting). When board members understand the why and how of their agencys revenue, it not only improves their capacity for financial oversight but also supports the grant team as they manage grant awards. Understand the issues that could impact their nonprofit agencys finances (e.g.,

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Decoding the Enigma: Unveiling the Power of What is a Grant

Allied Grant Writers

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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Grants for Church: A Comprehensive Guide to Securing Funding for Ministry and Community Outreach

Allied Grant Writers

Federal Grants : These grants may be awarded through government agencies such as the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), or the Department of Education. This should include both direct and indirect costs, ensuring transparency and accountability.