Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Important activities: Gather necessary documents, develop narratives, build budgets, and secure internal approvals. That way, everyone has the same information, and no one is left wondering about grant specifics or budget details. Important activities: Allocate resources, launch programs, and train staff.

Grant

Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This blog delves into the nuances of grant writing, exploring best practices, resources, and success stories from the heart of Georgia. Equally important is a comprehensive budget that outlines how funds will be allocated. ® Grant Writing Training Shavonn * Need help? About Shavonn V. .* Let's chat Get.Grants.Better.®

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, American Red Cross offers training programs for volunteers with specific skills to help during a time of need. In preparation to act immediately, it is beneficial to think about setting aside budget to match employee donations and to provide community grants. Activate your campaigns.

Donation

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 2, 2025

I’ve been working on this blog for years, and I have still barely scratched the surface of what goes into crafting a successful grant proposal …and then another one …and then another one. It’s a lot to keep track of, and I certainly couldn’t summarize it all in a single blog post. Foundations require wise stewardship of their money.

Grant Writing

Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Grant professionals are not merely writers but often content experts, team builders, budget gurus, and the first point of contact for an agency in the funding community. Their expertise in program and budget planning is invaluable. This blog post is aligned with the Grant Professional Certification Institute s Competencies and Skills.

GPC

Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

Cost-Effective Advertising Options Facebook Ads allow you to target specific audiences by location, interests and more, even with a modest budget. If you have the budget for it, consider a social media scheduling tool. ⏰ The 10 Essential Facebook Steps for Your Nonprofit (and How Much of Your Time It Will Take) 1. Consistency is key.

Media

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

Does it clearly explain why each budget item is necessary? Make sure finance, program staff, and leadership all understand the proposal and budget inside and out. When a new administrative assistant trained in finance started asking questions and challenging the process, it created tension.

IT

Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 27, 2024

AGS offers several on-demand training for funder relationship building: Relationships with Grant Funders , Power of Partnerships , and Relationships with Program Officers and Legislators. This blog post is aligned with the Grant Professional Certification Institute ’s Competencies and Skills.

GPC

Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 27, 2025

Author Bio: Julie Assel, GPC, CGMS, is CEO of Assel Grant Services, a national consulting firm specializing in strategic grant research, proposal development, management, and training.

Award

Blackbaud

JULY 18, 2025

Working with your program and development teams, your finance staff identifies funding gaps, supplies important budget numbers, sets up projects in your accounting software, establishes spending approvals, and creates reporting schedules. Address budget variances and determine how you will spend any remaining funds according to grant terms.

Government

Blackbaud

MARCH 24, 2025

Their work ensures that patients transition smoothly from hospital to community care, which is vital when hospital resources are strained due to budget cuts. Charitable donations and grants help hospitals hire and train more CHWs, increasing their reach within underserved communities. What does a Community Health Worker Do?

Transportation

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

In this blog: When do nonprofits need urgent grant help? Even though they are familiar with your organization, it will take time to train them to be an effective grant writer. Grant writinglike all forms of writingis a specialized skill, which takes time, experience, and training to hone. What to look for in a grant consultant?

Grant Writing

Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Blog Summary: Post-school fundraiser reviews are essential for ensuring long-term success and continuous improvement. Quantify results: Use metrics like satisfaction scores, participation rates, and budget comparisons to identify patterns. Did expenses exceed the budget, or was participant engagement lower than expected?

Fundraising

Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 8, 2025

Before taking GPAs Next Level Federal Grants Training (NLFGT) course, my approach to federal grants could best be described as the sink or swim method. NLFGT is a year-long training course taught by the federal grant whisperer Cheryl Kester that is designed for both experienced and newbie grants professionals.

Federal Grants

Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In addition to the successes, thoughtful consideration of the challenges faced can help you gain insights into areas where you need more training or different systems to ensure smoother grant processes. Prepare to request budget or timeline revisions as needed. Develop or revise your budget for professional development in 2025.

GPCI

Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

The post CRM Integration for Nonprofits and Schools: Helping Organizations Save time and Eliminate Errors first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud. Start with the connection that will save your team the most time or have the biggest impact on your mission.

CRM

Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2025

Mitigate this risk by training your team to handle data and follow privacy compliance laws. For instance, you might have your staff take a data security training course and then test them by sending an example phishing email. Individuals who fall for the phishing email would then be signed up for additional training.

Management

Blackbaud

MAY 12, 2025

Navigating the budget approval process in nonprofit organizations can sometimes feel like a maze full of frustrating dead ends. By addressing these pain points in the nonprofit budget approval process, you can ensure that financial decisions are made quickly, transparently, and in alignment with organizational goals. Who approves what?

Budget

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Low Rate of Fraud Awareness Training NFPs have the lowest implementation rate of fraud awareness training , per the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Couple this with the fact that many smaller NFPs have volunteers in key roles without adequate skills, experience, or training and you are creating a recipe for disaster.

Training

Blackbaud

JULY 31, 2025

Staff training and development: Provides for the ongoing education and professional growth of nurses, doctors, and other medical personnel. Direct service delivery: Funds the core programs that provide food, shelter, counseling, job training, or crisis intervention.

Donation

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. You can find other blog posts in this series here.

GPC

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Resources for Learning and Training about Animal Welfare There are many resources available for learning about animal welfare, including: Online Courses and Webinars : The Humane Society’s Animal Welfare Course and the ASPCA’s Animal Behavior and Welfare Course are comprehensive online courses on animal welfare and behavior.

Policy

Strategic Grants

JULY 17, 2025

The good news is that improving operations does not always require large budgets or complex change. It can start with intentional effort: mapping processes clarifying ownership setting up fit-for-purpose systems, and empowering staff through clear communication and training.

Grants

Blackbaud

JULY 28, 2025

You can improve this process by clearly defining which costs need to be allocated, understanding the percentage allowed for each grant, training your staff, using automation, and establishing procedures. The post Avoid These 16 Common Nonprofit Audit Mistakes first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

Finance

Wild Apricot

JUNE 24, 2025

Nonprofits operate with tight budgets and small teams, and staying connected with donors, volunteers, and members is a major priority. For example, someone who donates regularly might get a thank-you message and an invite to join a donor circle, while a first-time volunteer might get details about training or upcoming shifts.

CRM

Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Vaeth, President Trumps Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) sought to greatly expand the pause and review process to all federal assistance awards as defined in the Uniform Guidance (see 2 CFR 200.1) Now, Matthew J. through OMB Memo M-25-13 issued on January 27, 2025. City of New York, 420 U.S.

Grant

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Find Your Next Grant 17K Live Grants on Instrumentl 150+ Grants Added Weekly Try Instrumentl free for 14 days 9 Reasons Your Grants Get Rejected (and How to Fix Them) - Grant Training Transcription ‍ Will: Hello, everyone. And sometimes the things you have outlined or that you have described are not outlined clearly in your budget.

Instrumentl

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 6, 2025

Email Marketing This is a fine way to reach mass audiences on a budget. He has authored more than 150 guest columns that have appeared in daily newspapers, business journals and blogs across the country, and publishes Stratagems, a monthly e-newsletter exploring timely issues and trends in philanthropy. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

Retail

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

With the right guidance and training, someone who joined your team as a staff accountant may develop into a strong finance leader. Provide Nonprofit Financial Management Training for Your Board Your board should include one or two people with financial expertise, even if its not within the nonprofit arena.

Finance

Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Primary School Fundraising Ideas: A Seasonal and Year-Round Guide Blog Summary: Looking for fun ways to raise money for your primary school throughout the year? Marketing tip: Provide updates on social media, showing the runners training progress or the students practicelaps. mugs, T-shirts) featuring castmembers.

Fundraising

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 10, 2025

In one case, I was laid off from a job I had for three years at a not-for-profit organization because of budget cuts (third round of layoffs). She held leadership positions for over 25 years; coaching, training, and supervising others.

GPC

NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

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Retail

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Find Your Next Grant 17K Live Grants on Instrumentl 150+ Grants Added Weekly Try Instrumentl free for 14 days Step Up Your Systems for Success: How to Simplify, Streamline and Support Your Team - Grant Training Transcription Will: Hello, everyone. Another benefit is that it allows you to hire and train support. What kind of program?

Instrumentl

GrantNews

JANUARY 28, 2025

How to Apply for a Federal Funding Opportunity -Their Community Blog covers a wide range of topics. Videos Grant Writing Basic s – “Tips for Proofreading Your Next Grant Application” and “Grant Writing: How to Build Credibility with Your Budget Narrative” are just two of the many topics that are covered.

Government

Blackbaud

JULY 23, 2025

Why this is important Public funding may only constitute a small portion of your budget, but it could mean the difference between having programs and accommodations or not. Were you counting on ESEA funds to pay for learning specialist training? Run budget scenarios to understand your short and long-term challenges.

Policy

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 4, 2024

You have less wiggle room in terms of time and budget. Start : Explain what the team needs to start doing differently (start training on the new system, start using integrated donation forms , start recording all donor interactions in the CRM, etc.) Absolutely. Of course, there are downsides. The post Adopting a New CRM?

CRM

Blackbaud

JULY 18, 2025

Practices may lose income due to small inefficiencies, outdated systems, or missed opportunities to engage and retain patients, even while sticking to an existing budget. In addition to these strategies, train your front desk and clinical staff to consistently use empathetic communication techniques.

Insurance