Grants.gov
JULY 9, 2019
Need statements , program narratives, and discussions of impact aren’t the only parts of a federal grant application that require the touch of a good writer. The budget narrative – sometimes called the budget justification or budget detail – can also benefit from a skilled wordsmith.
Grant Writing Made Easy
MAY 20, 2025
When youre the only one writing grants, you dont have time to start from scratch every time a new application comes up. Thats where a Grant Writing Toolkit comes ina collection of reusable content, data, and templates that make the grant writing process faster, smoother, and less overwhelming. What Is a Grant Writing Toolkit?
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Instrumentl
AUGUST 11, 2023
Curious what a budget narrative is? In this post, we explore what budget narratives are, how to write a good narrative, and what a budget narrative should include. We even dig into common strengths and mistakes people make when preparing budget narratives.
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.
Allied Grant Writers
JUNE 8, 2025
The grant writer cost in 2025 varies widely depending on experience, project type, and scope of work. Rates for simple foundation proposals typically range from $300 to $3,000, while complex federal grants may require significantly higher investments. New grant writers who have written less than three grants charge $20-$35 per hour.
Candid
JUNE 5, 2025
Yet, a challenging environment makes developing a strong, credible budget even more important. Whether you’re just getting started or putting the final touches on your grant proposal, the resources below can help you refine your budget. The good news is that budgets arent as complicated as most people fear, she writes.
Candid
JANUARY 25, 2024
Last year, we shared our crowdsourced list of red flags that funders look for in grant proposals—the things that immediately reveal the weak points in an application and raise questions about the organization’s credibility. Not surprisingly, the question we got most in response to that article was: What are green flags for funders?
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