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Training Junior Grant Writers—Without Losing Your Mind or Missing Deadlines

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

Youre deep in a federal proposal, juggling 10 stakeholders, two budgets, and a narrative that still needs serious polishthen your inbox pings: Hey, can I shadow you today? Welcome to the wild world of mentoring junior grant writers. Mentoring is a marathon, not a sprintbut regular touchpoints make it a smoother run for everyone.

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Five Tips to Improve Your Grant Writing and Write Grants Better

Think and Ink Grants

Find a Mentor Mentorship is transformative for any grant writer. A mentor can provide personalized guidance, helping you navigate challenges and avoid costly mistakes. Organizations like the Grant Professionals Association offer mentoring programs for members. When it comes to grant writing, mentors are invaluable.

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How to Apply for Grant Funding Without a Grant Writer

GrantNews

But what if you don’t have the budget to bring in a professional? A well-thought-out budget Proof of community impact or potential 2. Budget: A detailed yet understandable breakdown of how the funds will be used. Ask a colleague, mentor, or board member to review your application for clarity and alignment.

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15 Activities and Program Grants to Support At-Risk Teens and Their Families

GrantNews

Mentorship programs pair teens with mentors who understand their challenges and can provide ongoing support and advice. Regular check-ins and activities help build trust and encourage positive behaviors, while mentors also reinforce the lessons learned in family-focused sessions.

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A Wealth of Support: Discover Grant Money for Artists

Allied Grant Writers

Provide a Budget : Include a detailed budget that outlines how grant money will be used. Detailed Budget Shows understanding of costs and financial planning. Prepare Required Documents : Common documents include project proposals, budgets, resumes, and letters of support. Below is a sample budget template.

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Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) in the Grants Profession:

Grant Professionals Association

Mentoring Diversity Emerges: In the "important to the grants profession" category, increasing diversity within the GPA mentoring program replaced the previous emphasis on educational resources for boards, highlighting a specific area for growth.

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Philanthropy can help close the tech gender gap with better design, data, and infrastructure

Candid

Inequitable professional development Harvard Business Review notes that men are significantly more likely to receive sponsorship for leadership-track roles, whereas women are frequently over-mentored but under-sponsored. From program to ecosystem, the data is clear Closing the tech gender gap requires more than improving access.