Lightning Fast Grant Writing

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The second thing you absolutely have to do is schedule your grant writing chores for the year ahead. It means setting due dates for rolling grant applications too. It allows your staff to dream about the future. More than that, it helps everyone make those dreams come true by committing them to paper.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Whether you're new or experienced in grant writing, having the right resources can be helpful for you to make sure you're set up for success. In this post, we dig into what some of our favorite grant writing books are to check out as you master the art of grant writing.

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GrantNews

JULY 10, 2024

Ready to be inspired and get some valuable grant writing tips? It was an insightful and charming interview that covered topics like growth, leadership, grant writing, and making a difference. Get ready to follow Libby’s incredible rise from a special education teacher to the top of the grant world!

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Grant Writer Team

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Finding Passion For The Cause Grant writers are responsible for creating an outline of the expected impact and feasibility of a project. However, a key element in award-winning grant writing is, you guessed it, passion. Because of this, many grant writers build a niche for themselves. How will you find your passion?

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GrantNews

APRIL 10, 2025

In truth, by applying for Literacy and Library funding opportunities, libraries can secure funding for facility upgrades, programming, purchasing books and resources, staff training, and more. “Libraries are not just places where we check out books. Is it Time for Your Library to Hire a Grant Writer?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Students Educational grants provide financial assistance for tuition, books, and other related costs, enabling students to pursue higher education and minimize student loan debt. For more information on securing grant funding, individuals may explore resources like how to apply for a grant and grant writing workshops.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 24, 2025

The writing part of grant writing is a relatively small percentage of the actual work required to win grants at a high level consistently. To someone who is new to writing and submitting grants, the entire grant process can feel convoluted, overwhelming, and tedious.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 4, 2024

With so many remote work options available, many are turning to pursuits that can be done online, such as writing. This has led to a sudden interest in side hustles like grant writing. So, can grant writing be a profitable side hustle? That would allow you to gain experience in researching and writing grants.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Over the weeks I began to recognize many handles, particularly those who brought up books and reading. One even mailed me a copy of a favorite book. Before long, books and reading became a common discission point. And then one day it happened, we all attended a Grant Professionals Association conference and met IRL.

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Elevate

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

From the latest novels to nonfiction audiobooks, many conversations among Elevate staff revolve around books. (We Here, we share our team’s top picks for books that have contributed to their grant writing prowess. We even have a few published authors on staff!)

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 11, 2025

Think about that fact for a moment and how it would change strategizing and grant writing significantly if it were true today. You can see that basic trend beginning in Google Books Ngram Viewer.) The post Exploring Grant-Related Words, Installment #1 appeared first on DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 16, 2024

No matter how worthy your cause, your application is often one of hundreds, and if you do not know how to navigate the nuances of the ever-changing grant-making processes, your application may not be given the consideration it deserves. Because of limited resources, many nonprofits do not have the means to hire a full-time grant writer.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO I’m thrilled to announce the release of my debut book, The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO. Just In Time For Valentines Day Do you, or someone you love want to write grants?

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: June 29, 2022 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top Want to know how to stay on the "good" list? Grant Writing Classes How to Craft a Standout Grant Application ft. Plus, learn about the OneCause Cares grant.

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Just Write Grants

MARCH 13, 2024

Grant writing can be a battle against the clock and self-doubt. So, put an end to all-nighters and lukewarm coffee — let's dive into some of my favorite grant-writing tools! Streamlining the Process Tired of juggling grant research, deadlines, and scattered proposal drafts? The struggle is real, my friends.

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GrantNews

MAY 9, 2024

You know, you might do well to consider grant writing. And grant writing? You can write applications for grants and get paid for your work, all from the comfort of your own home. So, can grant writing be the perfect side hustle? Books or taking online courses. is $35 an hour.

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 23, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, most established businesses and nonprofits hire professional grant writers to get the funding they need. They know that grant writing is a time-consuming process, usually best left to someone with the know-how to complete the job and get a favorable response.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JULY 29, 2022

So I suppose I shouldn’t have been as surprised by the large number of responses my request for book recommendations in our recent newsletter garnered in responses. A summer reading list (or honestly, an any time reading list) for grant professionals, compiled by grant professionals. See You in the Piazza” by Frances Mayes .

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JULY 21, 2023

Which means that for a full week, you will find me parked in a chair at the water’s edge with a book in hand. I will tear through book after book while sneaking glances at the rest of my crew as they boogie board, build sandcastles, and collect seashells. If I could get paid to read books all day long, I would be a happy camper.

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Library Grants

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Application Dates: February 3-17, 2025 Penguin Random House, in partnership with United for Libraries, is offering grants to support rural and small U.S. Grants of $500 and $1,000 will be awarded, from a total grant pool of $25,000. Grant Information Sessions: Dec. ET Grant Writing Basics: Jan. ET and Feb.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JANUARY 18, 2023

Over the past few years, we’ve done a Day in the Life of a grant writing consultant (both for me and one of my team members, Alisha ). But the truth is, I no longer do much grant writing consulting myself. What I want you to know is what it’s now like for me as a Grant Writing Boss. So I did that.

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Think and Ink Grants

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Grants can also help nonprofits expand their reach and make a greater impact in their community. Nonprofit Resources for Grant Writing Before you start searching for grants, it's important to have a solid understanding of the grant writing process.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

Earn a stamp of approval on your grant application. If your grant proposal was rejected, don’t be discouraged! Grant writing involves a huge learning curve. Missed Deadline: Simply put, if the deadline has passed, look for another grant. Go over your books with care and be sure every penny is accounted for.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 10, 2024

I focus on prioritizing doing something to take care of myself for *at least* a few minutes to start every day – a run, a bike ride, meditation, reading a book, playing with Ollie (our mini Goldendoodle), etc to help recharge my own batteries so I am able to give to and support others. I don’t mean monetarily but in terms of energy.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

I could never have written a grant about flooding and tree health without hours of conversations and editing sessions with the stormwater engineer and arborist at the city’s engineering department where I once worked. Don’t let grants stress you out, check out the helpful grant writing services our team has to offer here.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

To find "the book" on fundraising. You know — that magical book that promised to swing the doors wide open to fundraising glory and make it rain dollars on her nonprofit's mission. There were a LOT of books — all claiming to be the best books on fundraising. Which book was THE one? It was confusing.

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Candid

MARCH 26, 2025

She found a position at a local domestic violence shelter, where she reluctantly took on some grant writing duties. There, she learned a key lessonthe need for better communication between grant writers and program staff. Funders have limited time, specific interest areas, and short attention spansconcision matters!

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Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Adult learners may be eligible for federal student loans, federal supplemental educational opportunity grants, and other financial assistance. These options provide adult students the necessary funds to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses. Remember, the journey to securing funding is not one you have to take alone.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: March 2, 2022 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top Want to go from Rejected to Accepted? ​In this 1-hour webinar (with 15 minutes Q&A), Teresa Huff will share with you 9 reasons your grants are getting rejected, and how to fix them. Look no further! That is amazing.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: September 8, 2021 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top In this 1-hour webinar (with 15 minutes Q&A), Teresa Huff will share with you how to simplify, streamline, and support your team. Find and win more grants for your nonprofit! She has helped nonprofits triple their funding.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Most nonprofits strive to include grant funding in their revenue streams but often find that large amounts of know-how (as well as a time commitment from the executive level down to the front line) are needed. revenue) is recorded in the books and recognized on the income statement.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 25, 2024

It’s settled then, a lucrative career in grant writing is waiting for you! Just think, the ability to join the causes that matter most to you, inspire good work done to support individuals and communities, and you get paid to write. We have a few pointers for anyone considering a career in grant writing.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Candid also offers a wide variety of borrowable e-books by topic: DEI, management, fundraising, grant writing, advocacy, etc. And for more practical application, Candid provides sample templates for documents you will eventually write as an industry professional. Meanwhile, Candid had one for free. .

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

A year later we received the first million dollar grant award in the district’s history and I realized that my degrees in English and Education had accidentally perfectly prepared me for this job. A little over 20 years later I was asked to teach an undergraduate grant writing class at my alma mater. GPC Competencies: 1, 4, 9

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Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Over dinner I hear complaints of boring writing, long chapters, and words that make no sense to her. Starting around age 10 you would always find me with a Nancy Drew, Babysitter’s Club, or Sweet Valley High book in progress. Because these days reading comes in many forms: books, e-readers, and audio. Either way, get to reading!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 13, 2022

As I was reading Jess Pettit’s book “Good Enough Now” in preparation for our interview with her on the Fundraising HayDay podcast it hit me – being my own boss doesn’t mean I have the best boss ever if I am always saying yes to everything but not stopping and thinking about what saying yes means in terms of time, commitment, and stress on my life.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 2024

Most nonprofits strive to include grant funding in their revenue streams but often find that large amounts of know-how (as well as a time commitment from the executive level down to the front line) are needed. revenue) is recorded in the books and recognized on the income statement.

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