Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

Update Your Grant Calendar An organized, realistic calendar is the backbone of a successful nonprofit grant strategy, especially as you approach the high-stakes Q3 and Q4 deadlines. Tip: Keep two or three versions of each proposal section tailored to different types of funders so you’re ready to respond quickly and appropriately.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 15, 2025

Our vision was clear: create an all-in-one digital workspace that eliminates burnout, saves precious time, and leverages the powerful capabilities of AI grant writing tools. Annual Funding Tracker : Develop a year-round pipeline strategy to ensure your grant calendar is both proactive and intentional. Ready to See the Full Breakdown?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 25, 2025

Team burnout is real: Scrambling at the last minute affects morale and productivity. How to Fix It Start early: Begin your process at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline, and block writing time on your calendar. A rushed process increases the risk of errors, reduces clarity, and weakens your competitive edge.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Taking a break from work gives your brain the chance to reset and recharge, and this is essential to avoiding burnout and staying productive all year long. But mark the rest of your days on your calendar at the beginning of the year, just like you mark your campaigns and events. Now, you’re ready for your vacation to start!

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

Check out our specially curated reading list of 16 free nonprofit books perfect for any summertime occasion: If you’re short on time… Is your calendar booked solid with fun plans between Memorial Day and Labor Day? The Idealist’s Survival Kit : 75 Simple Ways to Avoid Burnout by Alessandra Pigni.

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CauseVox

MARCH 2, 2021

Although we probably won’t be able to stop having virtual meetings anytime soon, there are some steps you can take to help reduce the impact on their mental and physical health to prevent burnout. This also helps avoid staff burnout, because it prevents your staff from trying to complete work after hours. Check out a few ideas below.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 13, 2022

In September 2020 I penned an article entitled Battling Burnout as a Grant Professional where I shared several resources to help overcome the struggle. More than avoiding burnout, I want to continue to love this career of ours, and sometimes that means saying no to things, even if I’d love to do it.

Burnout

CauseVox

JUNE 22, 2021

You may have heard that we’re getting ready to run our 4th annual Digital Fundraising Summit, but maybe you’re wondering if it’s got the information you want, or you’re uncertain about what to expect. Fight the burnout with Kelly McLaughlin, Fundraising + Strategic Planning Consultant. We’ve got you covered. It’s been a long year.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

If you miss this deadline, it may be a full calendar year or two before you have the opportunity to apply again. The top reasons for vacancies: salary competition (72%), budget constraints and insufficient funds (66%) and stress and burnout (50%). We are ready to join you in the good work your organization is doing.

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Just Write Grants

MAY 17, 2024

A recent National Council of Nonprofits survey paints a concerning picture: "stress" and "burnout" are driving talented staff out the door. Block the Fun: Schedule time for hobbies in your calendar – treat them as important as any work meeting. Running a nonprofit is a marathon fueled by passion and purpose.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Have a thank-you plan ready from the start. Be sensitive to pandemic burnout. Much of your nonprofit’s website is likely geared toward the needs and interests of your donors. But what about your volunteers? We suggest you create a dedicated volunteer page on your website.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Content Calendar and Resource Planning A content calendar is crucial for maintaining a consistent presence across all channels. This proactive approach also helps balance workloads and prevents burnout, ensuring high-quality content delivery. Ready to elevate your nonprofit’s content marketing?

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