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. You don’t want to be juggling spreadsheets trying to manage your grant award.

Government

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Prepare a Proposal Plan: Develop a comprehensive plan detailing the project’s objectives, strategy, and budget. Establishing communication can enhance collaboration and project management. Securing a Successful Partnership Establishing a successful partnership with a grant writing consultant requires proactive management.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Each structure offers unique advantages based on an organization’s needs and budget constraints. A nonprofit can make better budget decisions for grant writing services by knowing these payment models. This setup helps everyone – organizations can budget exactly, while writers get rewarded for working efficiently.

Grant

Future Fundraising Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Within that okay for now group are many that may still be targeted for cuts: A memo from the Office of Management and Budget said: The use of Federal resources to advance Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies is a waste of taxpayer dollars… Nonprofits in the rest of the world cant breathe easy.

Funding

DoJiggy

JULY 1, 2025

Pricing: The peer-to-peer package starts at $229/month No long-term contract required Choosing the Right Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Platform When selecting a peer-to-peer fundraising platform, you’ll likely want to consider the following factors. Pricing: Free plan: no platform fee with optional donor tipping.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2025

The Importance of Transparency in K12 Private School Business Offices Transparency is the foundation of trust, and when it comes to managing your schools finances, it matters to your families more than you might think. With detailed reporting, your staff can share accurate updates on tuition rates, financial aid programs, or capital projects.

Finance

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Step 3: Create a Business Plan and Budget You’ll need to develop a business plan to start an animal rescue. Budget and Expenses Outline your expected costs, including the facility, animal care, administrative, and fundraising expenses. Adoption Agreements Draft a contract with guidelines for pet care and return policies.

Policy

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Role of Grant and Contract Officers in Foundation Funding Grant and contract officers connect researchers with foundations. They work together with program management teams to track data and results. These professionals handle government grants and build relationships with foundations.

Grant

Grant Writer Team

JULY 24, 2025

Many organizations don’t have the time, budget, or internal resources to manage the grant writing process effectively. Disadvantage: A more desirable grant opportunity may spur a ‘bidding war’ which could end up increasing the cost to the point of putting a strain on your project budget.

Grant

Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Organizations lacking diversified funding streams become particularly vulnerable during economic downturns, when both individual giving and foundation support typically contract. The Impact of Economic Uncertainty on Nonprofit Sustainability Economic volatility creates additional challenges for nonprofit financial planning.

Funding

Blackbaud

JULY 8, 2025

Limited budgets, complex grant requirements, and fluctuating revenue streams can make managing finances a significant challenge. The need for daily financial oversight If your nonprofit requires constant financial management or has a high volume of daily transactions, a fractional CFO may not provide the hands-on support you need.

Finance

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 4, 2025

These might include: 501(c)(3) nonprofit status Specific geographic areas or populations served Minimum or maximum annual operating budgets Years in operation Required match or cost-sharing Audit history or financial documentation Even one missing element can disqualify your proposal, regardless of how compelling your narrative is.

Grant

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) Author Bio : Henry Flood has been involved with getting and managing grants for more than 50 years.

Grant

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

By Thalia Beaty, Associated Press NEW YORK Julia Demaree Nikhinson, AP Saying he wanted to review whether federal grants aligned with his policies, President Donald Trump suspended foreign aid and directed the Office of Management and Budget to temporarily suspend all federal grants and contracts.

Federal Grants

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). I was asked to come interview for a contract position funded by a federal flow-through grant to the state. She knew I was graduating from college. I introduced myself and shared my background.

GPC

Blue Avocado

MARCH 3, 2025

Was nonprofit management suddenly failing to keep clients safe? As nonprofits own insurer and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit itself, NIAs sole mission to provide insurance capacity and risk management to other 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Whenever possible, we make increases in increments over several years to allow nonprofits budgets to catch up.

Insurance

Wild Apricot

JULY 23, 2025

Sticking to an event budget. Why Use an Event Budget Template It seems as though events season is always upon us. Whether you’re planning a big trade expo or your annual member’s luncheon, event budgeting crucial for mission-driven organizations. Here’s two budget templates to make your own!

Template

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. How to do it Assess your grant or contract language to identify which programs could be impacted. Update forecasts and budgets to reflect any changes.

Policies

Blackbaud

MAY 6, 2024

Like a good recipe, your nonprofit budget requires high-quality ingredients, easy-to-follow steps, and a knowledgeable cook or two to put it together. Here are a few simple steps to help you create a solid budget that helps your organization allocate resources effectively and makes your budgeting process easier.

Budget

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 20, 2023

When you’re just getting started, it’s critical that one of your first steps is to create your nonprofit’s first budget to help you manage both your organization and your finances as it grows. Without a budget, you can find yourself in deep water, fast, with more money going out than coming in.

Budget

Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

Modern technology and clear rules are key to strong nonprofit financial management. But how do you perfect your nonprofit financial management? What is Nonprofit Financial Management? Nonprofit financial management is the process of managing the money that flows through your not-for-profit organization.

Management

RBW Strategy

AUGUST 7, 2024

This is a privilege, but also requires diligence, planning, and solid recordkeeping to ensure that you follow the federal requirements as indicated in The Office of Management and Budget (OMB)’s Uniform Grant Guidance, or 2 CFR 200, plus any other federal, state or local agency requirements. This serves as your steering committee.

Federal Grants

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Grant management is the hard work and dedication required to ensure an organization follows a donor’s guidelines. However, responsibly managing grants after the award is just as critical. Did you know that if a grant is not managed correctly after being awarded, your organization can be forced to repay the funds?

Grant Management

Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2024

Yet, until recently, they also meant our staff spent extensive time and energy calling families to track down re-enrollment contracts each year. With this approach, families now sign one continuous enrollment contract that remains in effect for the duration of their child(ren)’s enrollment at DKJA. We knew there had to be a better way.

Contracts

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 2024

As we’re all probably aware, the grant application usually begins with the detailed conceptualization of the project, followed by the creation of a budget and narrative. On most application budgets, M&G is the last line item and is calculated by multiplying the organization-wide M&G rate by the project’s total expense.

Applicant

RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Challenge While the AAMC is a large organization with large federal and foundation grants supporting several key initiatives, they comprise only a small percentage of the overall organization budget. The grants office consists of just two staff members. This includes contributions on larger federal grant applications that were awarded.

Grant Writing

Sharpshooter Communications

MARCH 15, 2023

We just finished writing the budget for next year and we set an income goal of $680,000 in grants. Seeking, securing, and managing grants requires tremendous time. The grant professional manages that process and makes any needed/requested changes. Managing the Award: The grant is awarded! I know we can do it!" Absolutely!

Budget

Sharpshooter Communications

MARCH 30, 2023

No matter what your role -- board member, executive director, grant professional, program staff -- you play a part in making sure that your organization is budgeting for grants. It depends on the organization, but having 10-20% of the annual budget from grants is a sustainable goal.

Budget

Blackbaud

MAY 3, 2024

Fund accounting software with sub-fund capabilities makes it easy to manage multiple budget scenarios, understand encumbrances, and automate your internal controls for the highest level of accuracy and transparency. You need software that offers the flexibility of multi-scenario budgeting and forecasting by funding source.

Funding

RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

We’ll start by discussing the “why” of these changes, why the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) decided to make them now, and how they align with larger changes happening in the federal government. However, those who are second-tier subrecipients or contractors are not required to do so.

UEI

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 9, 2012

event marketing management and social media marketing experience. If you don’t have the budget for one or you are the event planner, you have your work cut out for you. If you have a good budget, invite your best clients or top potential clients; they will be appreciative and it helps to solidify your relationship.

Budget

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As we’re all probably aware, the grant application usually begins with the detailed conceptualization of the project, followed by the creation of a budget and narrative. On most application budgets, M&G is the last line item and is calculated by multiplying the organization-wide M&G rate by the project’s total expense.

Contracts

Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 27, 2024

But, does QA/QI also have a place in a nonprofit organization’s successful grants management strategy? Early career experiences supporting corporate responses to competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) opportunities for business contracts provided insights into how to read, understand, and respond to RFPs. Author Bio: Cheryl A.

Grant Management

Grants Plus

JANUARY 19, 2024

By: Laura Altieri According to the National Council of Nonprofits, more than 30% of nonprofit revenues come from government grants and contracts. Jana Morace, Director of Grants and Contracts Management, credits the Grants Plus team for achieving a 100% win rate for the grants we’ve pursued together.

Government

Qgiv

MAY 15, 2023

Not everyone can be a math genius, but when you’re using a fundraising event budget template, you don’t have to be. Hosting an event requires your organization to do a lot of research and planning, but using a budgeting template can ease some of the stress of your staff.

Template

Greater Giving

JUNE 18, 2024

The logistics person needs to take a high level view: Generates the budget. Contracts with vendors. Manages various methods of communication: TV, print, web, email and social media. Choose individuals who have excellent people skills and can manage details well. Appoints committee chairs. Coordinates with businesses.

Fundraising

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