Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 11, 2025

Budget Developments and the Debt Ceiling In late June, the Senate narrowly passed its version of a sweeping spending and tax package known among Republicans as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” According to the Congressional Budget Office, the legislation could add $3.3 The White House and Senate Republicans dispute this projection.

Federal Grants

Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

General operating support, or unrestricted grants, can be used to meet any organizational need, but those grants are largely the exception, rather than the rule. One of the first things you need to do, then, is to detail your expenses in a budget and determine what is eligible for grant funding.

Grant Readiness

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

In some cases, you may be asked to submit additional materials such as a budget, letters of support, or copies of your organization’s IRS determination letter. Budget for your program: Having a clear and concise budget is important for two reasons. Program/ Project: Describe your program or project in detail.

Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

Organizational development plays a crucial role in the process of becoming grant-ready by providing the foundation and framework necessary to effectively pursue and manage grant funding. It provides the essential infrastructure, capabilities, and processes needed to become [and stay] grant-ready. Mayer Consulting.

Grant Readiness

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 23, 2023

Many agencies hire a grant consultant to start or help grow their grant portfolio. And while that may seem like a simple solution to your grant woes, a they do not magically appear and take all the work off your plate. So, what should you expect when you hire a grant consultant?

Consulting

Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 6, 2024

As a result, evaluation costs fluctuate, and the conventional guidance to devote 10% of the program budget to evaluation isn’t always accurate, at least for federal grant programs. There are three primary factors that influence the evaluation budget: program, evaluation design, and reporting/dissemination.

Budget

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

After more than 28 years in grants and fundraising, I have found that about 20% of grant writing is actual writing. Much of the remaining 80% goes toward wrangling attachments of required documents, hashing out budgets, and designing meaningful goals and objectives. And isn’t that what it’s all about?

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 24, 2022

And while having an official grant writer on staff is not a prerequisite to receiving grant funds, it is difficult to juggle the rules and regulations, deadlines, and application requirements on top of your typical workday duties when you are fighting fires, shaping young minds, running programs, balancing the budget, or leading your community.

Grants

Sharpshooter Communications

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Are you grant ready? As a 35+ year veteran of nonprofits, including the last 17 years as a full time grant consultant, I have celebrated many successes and cried over some spectacular failures. There are some specific reasons and I break them into two main categories: Grant Readiness and Grant Strategy.

Grants

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

*Diane’s note: You are used to our team talking about how both pre-award and post-award work connect to create an organization’s overall grant readiness. In fact, we were just talking about this in our most recent webinar about How to Be Exceptionally Grant Ready with Lucy Morgan from MyFedTrainer.com.

Grant Management

Grant'd

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

million) and 1 in 16 men (500,000) across Australia having experienced domestic violence since turning 15, our very own ScoMo has promised it is only the beginning of the funding iceberg, with plenty more to come as a result of intensive consultations with front line workers. Whilst this may seem like a drop in the ocean with 1 in 6 women (1.6

Government

Grant Consulting Services

MARCH 28, 2024

We are sharing our proprietary assessment tool that is designed to help you take a deep look at your organization to determine your grant readiness and ability to take on the arduous process of applying for grant funding. The Feasibility study analyzes the potential for your organization to successfully secure grant funding.

Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 12, 2023

Beyond Grant Writing: How AI Can Transform Your Nonprofit Leadership But AI doesn’t stop at grant writing. If you’re leading a nonprofit, AI can be your virtual assistant, handling everything from setting up meetings to managing budgets.

AI

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 7, 2023

As a seasoned grant writing consultant, I’ve been privileged to learn the ropes of this unique, highly-demanding, and satisfying profession over the years. Today, let’s tackle a subject that I frequently encounter: How to get started with your very own grant writing business?

Grant Writing

Grant Consulting Services

MARCH 26, 2023

In order to make sure our clients are as ready as possible to apply to potential grantmakers based on their requirements we have to first assess. Becoming grant optimized can be a significant challenge! Grant Consulting Services, LLC., Where do we start? Guess what? You have help!

Readiness

Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 19, 2023

Example Prompt: “ChatGPT, please help me draft an outline for a grant proposal focused on providing clean water solutions. Include a statement of need, program design, budget, and summary.” ” Step 5: Editing and Refining After drafting your proposal, you can use ChatGPT to help with editing.

ChatGPT

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 17, 2023

Have you ever felt like you’re navigating a complicated maze when it comes to grant writing? You’re not alone. The process can often involve hours of understanding the application requirements, brainstorming, drafting, and then revising—only to face potential rejection at the end.

AI

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 21, 2023

With AI’s rapid advancement, the landscape of traditional roles is changing, not least in technical and grant writing. Here’s how you can ready yourself for the coming changes and ensure your skills remain relevant. The unstoppable march of technology continues to forge new pathways, creating a dynamic shift in the job market.

Grant Writing

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 21, 2025

If you’ve ever submitted a grant proposal that got ghosted, or received vague feedback like “We went with a more prepared applicant”, this post is for you. What Does Grant-Ready Really Mean? Being grant-ready means your nonprofit has the internal systems, documentation, and clarity funders expect.

Grant Readiness

Grant Professionals Association

MAY 7, 2025

They often use word of mouth or google the best way to find grants, fundraise, and manage their non-profit. Without practical information, knowledge, and experience, these organizations lack the infrastructure to be grant ready. Additionally, many grant professionals are hesitant to work with organizations under three years old.

Grant Readiness