Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

Federal Grants

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

Heres the playbook for survivingand thrivingwhen its time to build that next monster federal grant proposal. Build a Strike Team Before the Battle Begins Federal proposals are too complex for one person to carry alone. Repurpose Like a Pro Federal grants thrive on complianceand compliance thrives on consistency.

Federal Grants

Blackbaud

MAY 21, 2025

Budget scenario planning may not be for everyone. If your programs always bring in their budgeted revenue, if your major donors always come through when they say they will, and if you receive every grant you apply for, you dont need budget scenarios. And if it does sound like your organization, please share your secrets!

Budget

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 3, 2024

With federal grant writing help, our client secured a $2.5 Million HUD grant to address homelessness in HIV population. Every grant writer understands exactly what this means. What does it take to secure funding from a federal grant? Federal grant applications are competitive and complex.

Federal Grants

Blackbaud

AUGUST 20, 2024

There are several exciting times of the year for nonprofit finance professionals—budget season, audits, year-end close. They will discuss the importance of having both your development and finances teams involved in donor stewardship. Reporting is a key part of any finance professional’s role.

Finance

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 3, 2022

At our most recent Grant Writing Made Easy workshop, we did a deep dive into nonprofit program budgets. Of all the topics I teach inside the course, the budget is the one that students have the most anxiety and confusion around. (By Follow this 3-step process for creating nonprofit program budgets.

Budget

Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

In addition to risk, federal government agencies are asking applicants/recipients to demonstrate their ability to manage federal grants through a robust internal controls policy and procedures manual (sometimes during the pre-award stage) that outlines how organizations will be good stewards of government funding.

Grant Readiness

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

The Fundraising Coach

JULY 29, 2024

Many different types of grants might work for your organization, such as: Federal grants. These grants are bestowed by the federal government and can provide substantial, multi-year funding to your school. Because of this, the application process for these grants is generally very competitive. State grants.

Grants

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 16, 2024

When well-structured, this document can help you accurately track your income and expenses to streamline budgeting and financial reporting. When handling your nonprofit’s finances in any capacity, a professional’s expertise is always your best bet for getting it right. Use the following tips to maintain your COA.

Liability

Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

Types of Grants If you’re new to grant research, you could be overwhelmed by the seemingly unlimited number of grant opportunities. However, there are just four primary forms of grant funding in the sea of grant programs. A federal grant serves neither as technical support nor as a financial assistance.

Government

Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

Types of Grants If you’re new to grant research, you could be overwhelmed by the seemingly unlimited number of grant opportunities. However, there are just four primary forms of grant funding in the sea of grant programs. A federal grant serves neither as technical support nor as a financial assistance.

Government

Grant Consulting Services

AUGUST 31, 2023

Like Dr. Miranda Wojciechowski said (2023), “ The grant proposal and its many components, such as the workplan, objectives, evaluation metrics, and budget, will serve as the blueprint for measuring post-award progress and set important perimeters for project completion.” Why is Grant Management Important? Resources Omnistar.

Grant Management

Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A grant manager is anyone involved in the management and administration of a grant (e.g., finance staff, grant writers, program staff, consultants, and grant administrators). There are many nuances to indirect costs that an organization should be aware of and consider if they choose to request within grant budgets.

Indirect Cost

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 18, 2024

A fellow staff member presented me with a Federal grant proposal she had been working on for a couple of months. As I looked through a very well-written application, I came to the budget page which committed our organization to several hundred thousand dollars of cost share. Simple, there was no defined process.

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

No Repayment Required : Unlike loans, grants do not need to be paid back, making them a favorable option for financing business initiatives. Opportunity for Growth : Grants can help women-owned enterprises invest in innovative business solutions, expand their services, or enhance their marketing efforts.

Grants

Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 28, 2024

Diversifying a portfolio of funding opportunities can be more than seeking foundation and federal grants. According to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, appropriations are “decisions made by Congress about how to allocate a portion of federal spending. percent increase from the FY23 levels.

GPC

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Include an estimated budget and timeline. Inadequate Budget Information A poorly detailed budget can undermine the proposal’s credibility. Be precise and justify all budget line items. Prioritize Key Activities : Focus on essential tasks that align with the grant’s objectives.

Government

Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Everyone does not easily get a guarantee that funders will finance their projects after submitting their grant proposals. Many grant applications are rejected because they do not align with the funder’s goals. As for the budget, provide a realistic one. 6 Grant Proposal Writing Tips Let us first take a moment.

Proposal

Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Everyone does not easily get a guarantee that funders will finance their projects after submitting their grant proposals. Many grant applications are rejected because they do not align with the funder’s goals. As for the budget, provide a realistic one. 6 Grant Proposal Writing Tips Let us first take a moment.

Proposal

Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Understanding Proposal Budgets a. Budget Preparation and Review b. Key Budgeting Concepts VI. Creating a Realistic Timeline for Preparing Your Grant Proposal a. How Long Does It Take to Write a Grant Proposal? Funders have different budgets, funding priorities, and missions. Challenging Funding Situations a.

Funding

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 26, 2025

Uncertainty in School Funding Earlier this year, federal agencies were directed to temporarily pause all activities related to the obligation or disbursement of federal financial assistance. Although this freeze was lifted, it impacted many sectors, leading to widespread uncertainty about the federal grants.

Funding