Blackbaud

JUNE 5, 2025

Budgeting for a nonprofit organization is much like planning that road trip. In this blog post, you’ll learn the essential steps for creating an effective nonprofit budget. What Is the Purpose of a Budget for Nonprofits? At its core, your budget is a list of expected revenue and expenses for a set timeframe.

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Capital Campaign Pro

JANUARY 29, 2025

Federal Funding Freeze 2025: What Happened So Far On January 27th, the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memo directing federal agencies to pause federal funding assistance. Here’s what we know for certain, and where things stand.

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GrantNews

JULY 8, 2025

We spoke with grant experts and funding advisors to uncover what they wish more applicants knew before applying. Nonprofits often face fierce competition when applying for grant funding. Know the Funder’s Mission Your project might be excellent, but if it doesn’t align with the funder’s priorities, it won’t get funded.

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Candid

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Forty years later, we remain an influential intermediary funder that raises funds from institutional grantmakers and individual donors. Here we’ll share our insights into how the practice of listening to the community and funding the supposedly “unfundable” on a small scale can achieve what traditional large-scale philanthropy cannot.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

But when it comes to grant writing, your budget isn’t just an attachment or requirement to fulfill. Grant budgets are a crucial part of the story you’re telling funders. For better or worse, your budget can make or break your chances of funding, despite the quality of the grant narrative itself. What timeline makes sense?

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2025

A few ways you can use direct mail without breaking your budget are to clean up your mailing lists to avoid costly duplicate mailings, spread thank you mailings throughout the year perhaps sending something to a small number of donors each month, and look into special nonprofit mailing rates. Dont skimp on your communications budget.

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DoJiggy

JANUARY 10, 2025

Using a golf tournament budget can help organizations plan and prepare for events by anticipating income and expenses. This golf event budget comprises all significant golf outing income (registrations, sponsorships, auctions, raffles, and more) and expense categories (facility, decorations, marketing, and publicity expenses).

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Candid

JULY 29, 2025

In an informal discussion I held recently with a group of nonprofits across Ohio, I heard the following: “We heard that our governmental funding was completely cut.” “We We just received word that our governmental funding was restored.” “We How do you use your project budget to demonstrate credibility with grantmakers ?

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GrantNews

JUNE 17, 2025

Applying for grants can be a lifeline for nonprofits, schools, and community organizations looking to fund their projects. Many nonprofits, schools, and small organizations face rejection at some point in their funding journey. Being aware of these can help you refine your approach and increase your chances of getting funded next time.

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RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

You are carefully researching different funding sources and feel strongly that federal grant funding will help provide the financial boost that you need to get things moving. There needs to be a robust budget and budget justification that outlines how you will spend your funds, and that these funds comply with federal requirements.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Budget tracking. Drop the ball here, and you risk more than just a slap on the wristyou could lose future funding, damage your reputation, or worst of all, burn out from the stress. Managing post-award requirements is where trust is built, impact is proven, and your funding future is secured. Oh, just the real work a.k.a.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 8, 2025

Rally Internal Support Designate grant champions across departments to help gather data, stories, and budget inputs. Show how these tools will lead to increased funding and fewer missed opportunities. Train one or two colleagues to review drafts or help with attachments in a pinch.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Mastering your projected budget does not have to be as difficult as you might think. Nonprofits need a projected annual budget for transparency, especially if grant funding is needed. Nonprofits seeking grant funding need to provide an annual budget to the funding source. QuickBooks, Excel, etc.).

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Introduction to Grant Budgets Understanding the financial aspects of grant applications, particularly budgeting, is essential for both small businesses and non-profits. A well-structured budget can significantly impact the chances of securing funding.

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Clairification

APRIL 21, 2025

nonprofits who, on average, receive about a third of their total funding from Federal grants. This means nonprofits today need toshift emphasis (and budget) toward individual donor engagement strategies. Shifting politics are creating economic uncertainty for all, and its especially scary for U.S.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 14, 2025

While grant makers cant make up the budget shortfall, they can coordinate fast, local action when federal help falls short. By Mitch Stripling AP While grant makers cant make up the budget shortfall, they can coordinate fast, local action when federal help falls short.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? The “funding source” or “grant maker” is the organization providing the funds. No matter the source, finding the right grant can be challenging, but GrantWatch makes the search easier by listing grants from all funding sources in one place.

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GrantNews

JUNE 12, 2025

Funding for nonprofits is always a concern, and in today’s financial landscape, securing funding can be daunting. 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.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

But when your organization faces funding uncertainty, strong cash flow planning can help you make data-driven decisions that provide a clear perspective and breathing room. In a Q&A conversation with consultant and nonprofit CFO Andrew Horrow , many people asked about ways to understand cash flow when funding sources were fluctuating.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2024

On average, sources estimate that 1 in 7 applications are approved for funding. 9 Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Grant 1) Target Your Funders There are many different types of funding sources, but which funding source is best for you? What are your chances of winning a grant? GrantWatch is here to help!

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Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Notice More and more nonprofits are allocating funds to planned giving marketing as they recognize the need for long-term donor engagement. This quick guide outlines approximate numbers for budgeting planned giving efforts across organizations of various sizes, offering actionable benchmarks to help secure financial sustainability.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

In an ever-evolving social and economic landscape, churches and religious organizations increasingly seek alternative funding sources, such as church grants, to sustain operations, expand ministry services, and engage in community outreach. Generally, grants for churches fall into several broad categories: 1.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Grant writing is a vital skill for local nonprofits seeking funding to support their missions. This blog will explore key strategies and tips to enhance your grant writing skills, helping your organization to secure the funding it deserves. Moreover, understanding the vision and mission of the funding organization is pivotal.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Unlocking Funding Opportunities with Grant Writing The Importance of Grant Writing for Non-Profit Organizations Grant writing is a vital skill for non-profit organizations seeking funding. These funds can provide essential resources, allowing them to expand their services and impact their communities.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2025

As federal funding cuts, freezes, and executive actions create uncertainty across the sector, many nonprofits are struggling to find the resources they need to serve their communities. Some are learning, with no advance notice, that this funding has been revoked or eliminated going forward. Seek new funding initiatives.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As the Center for Disaster Philanthropy notes in their tips for disaster giving, funders should be patient in planning their disaster funding, because the impact of the disaster will unfold over time. Your community will need flexible funding throughout the recovery period.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This funding can help cover various costs, including materials, studio space, and living expenses. For many artists, especially those working independently or within non-profit organizations, grants can mean the difference between a project coming to fruition or being abandoned due to lack of funds.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MARCH 24, 2025

Organizations are struggling to plan amid uncertainty about government funds. Organizations struggle to plan amid uncertainty about federal funds. As a result, some are crafting multiple spending options. World Relief has been responding to humanitarian crises in DR Congo since 2001.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 8, 2025

One day its a youth mentorship initiative, the next its a workforce development projectand nobody seems sure which population theyre serving or what the heck the budget looks like. And they dont fund confusion. Theres nothing more maddening than trying to write a winning grant for a program that isnt even nailed down yet.

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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 benefit individuals with disabilities, as well as low-income families, children, and youth. Funds for Programs Addressing Community Needs !

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

However, sustaining these programs requires resources, and many organizations seek funding through grants to cover their costs. It offers a user-friendly platform where organizations can search for funding opportunities tailored to their needs. Funding helps families pay for mental-health care for children under 21.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

Smaller shares of grantmakers providing technology and tools, unrestricted funding The good news is that a significant majority of funders are now committed to streamlining grant applications (67%) and reporting processes (56%). Funding technology for equitable outcomes Why should this matter to grantmakers?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 7, 2025

Like your K12 private school budget. A well-crafted budget is essential for aligning financial resources with the strategic goals of your private school, and with the right processes and tools, it doesnt have to be stressful. Your school may have multiple budgets, each with a different purpose.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

By connecting the funds raised to specific outcomes, you create a deeper emotional connection between donors and your mission. Multiple donation types are great fundraising tools because some supporters may want to make a single impactful gift, while others prefer smaller recurring donations that fit within their monthly budget.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. The grant lifecycle refers to the full process a grant goes through from identifying opportunities and applying to implementing funded projects and reporting outcomes.

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Clairification

JULY 14, 2025

Donors want to solve a problem — not fund a budget line item. What’s the deadline ? What happens if you don’t reach the goal? And don’t forget: a compelling goal isn’t just about numbers. It’s about meaning. That’s not just a goal.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

Your heart is racing, your inbox is a graveyard of unanswered pleas, and youre still waiting on a budget breakdown, an updated program description, and that one elusive staff bio written in something resembling human English. Or convinced the grant wont be funded anyway, so why bother? Picture this: the grant deadline is in 48 hours.

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