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Most Common Grant Proposal Errors (and How to Fix Them)

Grant Writing Made Easy

Show alignment with funder goals, presenting a tailored proposal. Define SMART outcomes: Swap broad objectives for measurable goals like, “Train 25 youth by Q4, with 80% finding employment within six months.” If allowed, include both direct and indirect costs. community-driven” or “economic mobility”).

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Grant Writing for Small Nonprofits: How to Do More With Less

Grant Writing Made Easy

But applying for every opportunity is a fast track to burnout, not funding. Include goals, activities, target populations, and intended outcomes. Prepare clear, pre-formatted explanations for everyday expenses like staff time, supplies, and indirect costs. After all, every dollar counts, right?

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Why we’re all burned out and what to do about it  

Candid

Unfortunately, an undisputable trend these days is burnout. So, in this blog, I’m leveraging my PhD in Psychology to share a bit about what burnout is, why it seems to be everywhere in the nonprofit world, and what organizations, leaders, and individuals can do about it. workers reported experiencing burnout symptoms this year.