Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If, like my client, youre asking if its time to change your fundraising CRM , the starting point is understanding your current situation (your team, your data, and your needs) as well as your goals for the future. Save budget talks for the evaluation phase. Stay within budget : What are the true costs of changing CRMs?

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GrantNews

JUNE 12, 2025

However, you don’t need a million-dollar budget to make a difference. Transparent Reports: Funding for Your Nonprofit Build trust with your team and supporters by providing a clear, realistic budget. Utilize budgeting tools to monitor spending patterns. Set realistic goals and systematically reevaluate your strategies.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Family Support : Grants to nonprofits for initiatives in the areas of education, family support, youth, workforce, and justice. Life skills training covers decision-making, conflict resolution, financial literacy, and goal-setting. Focus: education, health, and family economic stability.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Think beyond traditional volunteering Nearly half (49%) of Civic 50 employees engage in company-sponsored volunteer activities such as employee resource groups and educational initiatives. Moreover, 84% set departmental goals related to community engagement, and 68% include community engagement in performance reviews.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

In truth, tracking metrics like donor retention, return per acquisition, and volunteer engagement helps teams increases productivity, optimize their marketing budget and more. After all, your goals is to make it easy for supporters to donate. Organizations with A/B testing data can adjust campaigns to maximize engagement.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

Those who have discovered and leveraged it are successfully unlocking new opportunities by maximizing their complimentary ad budget to drive donor engagement, increase event attendance, and raise awareness of their programs and initiatives. Every donation helps save ecosystems resonated emotionally and drove action.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Unlike loans, grants do not require repayment, making them an invaluable resource for a variety of entities, including individuals, non-profits, businesses, and educational institutions. These organizations are typically established to address specific causes or issues such as education, arts, and health.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

They are typically given to support specific projects or initiatives in various sectors such as education, community development, environmental conservation, and more. Educational Grants Targeted towards academic institutions or students. Presenting a detailed budget helps funders understand how their money will be used efficiently.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grants are typically designed to promote social, educational, or community development. The objective is to facilitate projects that align with the funder’s goals and priorities. Scholarships and Fellowships Designed for students pursuing education or research opportunities. Can be need-based or merit-based.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Importance of Grant Funding Grant funding plays a significant role in enabling individuals and organizations to achieve their goals without incurring debt. It fosters innovation, supports community projects, and helps advance educational initiatives. Scholarships Financial aid for students to cover tuition and educational expenses.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

While you may be aware on a general level that your CRM platform is becoming a headwind to your organization achieving its fundraising goals, the prospect of migrating vast amounts of data, retraining staff, and committing the money and resources required for a successful upgrade can make it tempting to say, Lets make do for another year.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

Project Overview: Follow introductions with a high-level project overview of the goals and objectives. Finance: Review the project budget and possibly compare with your organizations financial reports of actual versus budgeted expenses, offering time for team member education.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grants can cover a wide range of purposes, from research and educational initiatives to community development and organizational growth. Project Goals and Objectives Clear, measurable goals and specific objectives that the project aims to achieve. For budgeting tips, refer to budgeting for grants.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

They focus on helping nonprofits maximize their limited resources, bringing specialized knowledge in grant writing, budgeting, and project presentation. Funding is to increase the number of residents with internet access – and the skills to utilize internet technology – through connectivity, education, and technical support.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2025

Here are just a few: Fund extracurriculars and school supplies: One of the most obvious benefits of school fundraisers is the ability to fund programs and resources outside the standard curriculumsports teams, arts programs, and classroom suppliesall of which contribute to a well-rounded education.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

It involves creating detailed proposals that demonstrate the organization’s goals, needs, and the impact of potential funding on their initiatives. Funding can support various projects, such as educational programs, community services, and outreach efforts, directly aligning with the organizations goals.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The main purposes of grants include: Supporting charitable causes Encouraging research and development Promoting educational opportunities Funding community development projects It is important for potential applicants to recognize the true intent behind grants. For more information about grants, refer to our article on what is a grant.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The primary purpose of grants is to facilitate projects that align with the funder’s mission, such as advancing education, promoting health, supporting the arts, or enhancing community development. Educational Grants Offered to students or programs focused on educational improvement.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Clearly articulating your project goals helps funders understand the impact their support will have, which significantly increases your chances of receiving their investment. When developing your project plan, use the SMART criteria: ensure your goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Grant writing is a vital skill for nonprofits, artists, and educators in Atlanta, aimed at securing funding to enhance community projects and initiatives. Grants serve as lifelines for nonprofits, artists, and educators seeking to implement projects that benefit the community.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 30, 2024

For instance, the corporate profit-and-loss statement isnt the same as our nonprofit budget-to-actuals report, and it falls short of providing the information necessary to effectively assess whether we need to course correct throughout the year. By themselves, however, these figures can be more misleading than helpful.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Articulate Goals : Clearly outline the project’s goals and the impact it will have on the community or art form. Provide a Budget : Include a detailed budget that outlines how grant money will be used. Detailed Budget Shows understanding of costs and financial planning. Below is a sample budget template.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

A strong grant proposal has sections about the organization’s background, project details, story, budget, and ways to measure success. The main goal goes beyond just getting money—it helps organizations turn their ideas into reality. Grants go to organizations based on merit, not just need. The nonprofit sector gets nearly 31.8%

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 30, 2024

People like to invest in those they trust, those who align with their goals, and those who have winning track records. What are your goals?" ® provides grant writing training and discounted services to underserved 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with budgets of less than $3 million. .® Grantmakers are no different.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 24, 2025

Programs provide essentials such as nutritious food, safe drinking water, education, legal aid for justice, and women’s health, uphold fundamental human rights and much more. It is recommended to share grant funding goals publicly with local groups, social media, libraries, and schools.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

However, with increasing demands on church budgetsranging from facility renovations and educational programs to humanitarian initiatives and technology upgradesmany churches are turning to grants as an innovative means to supplement their income streams.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

A grant consultant works for you based on your organizations needs and your budget to optimize the grant funding process. Our goal, and our client average, is to reduce the time on grants spent for you by 80% or more. We can also step in to act as an outsourced full-time grant writer for your organization.

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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. By aligning CHW funding with broader health equity goals, healthcare foundations can demonstrate their commitment to reducing health disparities and improving population health outcomes.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Tailored Requirements Many local grant programs have specific criteria that align with regional priorities, making it easier for organizations to find funding that aligns with their goals. Engaging with local grant funds is an effective step towards achieving mission-driven goals and fostering community improvement. Avoid jargon.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 4, 2024

Let’s face it—budget planning can cause a lot of stress and anxiety for nonprofits. Most organizations face frequent budget cuts, which creates organizational uncertainty and a scramble for new funding options. Analyzing your budget this way also allows you to understand the ROI of each program.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Whether youre a nonprofit, educational institution, healthcare organization, or a socially responsible corporation, a well-designed website sets the stage for stronger donor relationships, more engaged volunteers, and deeper community trust. Plan for the Long Haul A website isnt a set it and forget it endeavor.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Grant writing is a critical skill for securing funding for nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, businesses, and individuals. Initial Research and Prospecting (5-15 Hours) Identifying suitable grants that align with your goals. Planning and Strategy (5-10 Hours) Defining project objectives, budgets, and deliverables.

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Candid

DECEMBER 18, 2024

These organizations overwhelmingly have small budgets and limited staffing and fundraising capacity. Our community has both financial realities and carino (caring, both goals and corazon (heart). Membership includes tens of thousands of dollars in services, but the fee is $100 a year for organizations with budgets under $5 million.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Stewardship and relationship cultivation ensure that your organization is well-positioned to achieve its funding goals while demonstrating the impact of your work. ® is designed to meet the unique needs (and budgets) of those looking for a cost-effective way to gain the necessary skills needed to write and win grants. About Shavonn V.

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 11, 2025

Our main goal for 2025 at the Shirley-Eustis House Association is to build a broader network of businesses, institutions, and well-connected individuals who know about us and what were doing. We would love to qualify for funding for education, agriculture, electricity, fresh water, and jobs creation.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 28, 2025

Higher education institutions today face mounting pressures to attract and retain students in an increasingly competitive landscape. With shrinking budgets and growing demands for accountability, schools must find innovative ways to support their students while achieving institutional goals.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Keep reading to discover how building a stellar website may be the strategic move you need to help you achieve your goals, and enhance your online presence to create a meaningful impact for your cause in 2025. Above all, set realistic goals and systematically review marketing strategies. 5 Reasons fora StellarNonprofit Website 1.

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