DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Many grantmakers request a proposed budget along with grant applications to show youre thinking about these goals from the start. Most grants wont completely cover the cost of a program, so identify other sources youll use to make up the difference, such as event revenue, part of your year-end campaign total, or another grant.

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you understand how much time, resources, and planning goes into running a successful fundraising event. In return, the nonprofit will provide advertising and publicity opportunities to help the company reach and engage their event’s audience. This is where corporate sponsors can help.

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Peak Proposals

JUNE 20, 2020

To be considered for a grant, you need to submit your proposal by a specific date and time, no exceptions. Because of the time pressure, unless you have a plan for how you’ll meet the deadline, you run the risk of either submitting the proposal at the last minute or missing the deadline entirely.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

Learn how to create compelling proposals, effectively present your schools needs, and build lasting partnerships to support your students success. Below, you will find step-by-step guidance on creating a sponsorship proposal, presenting your cause effectively, and maintaining relationships that benefit your school over the longterm.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The client felt confident putting the funder on their own grant calendar for the upcoming year, allowing me to focus my time on another funding priority because they were sure that the foundation would continue its support. Some funders require a letter of inquiry (short or detailed) before inviting full proposals.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We recommend creating a fundraising calendar to keep you on track and organized in your efforts. Download our Fundraising Plan and Calendar Template: Fundraising Strategies for Nonprofits 1. Developing Strong Grant Proposals Making a case for support is at the foundation of a strong grant proposal.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 26, 2024

Identify potential corporate partners Before you jump into making a sponsorship proposal, you need to find the perfect corporate partner for your organization! Nail down the exact forms of support you’re looking for so you can create a clear and compelling ask in your corporate sponsorship proposal. Let’s get started!

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Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

One of the best ways to get your proposals on top of the pile is familiarizing funders with your nonprofit and mission. Attend funders’ conferences and special events for nonprofits Another fantastic way to connect with nonprofit funders is to attend public events they host.

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GiveSmart

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Some sample segments your organization should consider include: Donation frequency Donation amount Event or campaign involvement Recurring donor status Generation ZIP Code Demographics Segmentation allows you to better target donors and personally tailor messages based on their preferences, previous actions, and more.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Organizations relying on event-driven fundraising suffered. And one of the biggest event-driven fundraising models shuttered their doors. Your emotional case for support drives all donor communications, from grant proposals to web copy to fundraising appeals. Clay Buck said it best in this tweet from 2022.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on their fundraising calendars , whether hosted as a standalone affair or part of a larger function, such as a charity gala. Planning these events requires you to be thoughtful and detail-oriented, as they have many moving parts. But how do you write a great description?

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Selfish Giving

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

We're really excited about this book because Darren is proposing a new, bold vision of philanthropy that is truly transformative and world-changing. We'll be having our first online book club meeting on Thursday, April 16th at 4pm EST so mark your calendar now. Why nonprofit events should go vegan. ?? Details to follow!

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Nonprofits should be prepared to demonstrate data-driven results and outcomes in their proposals. Ensure your nonprofit’s DEI efforts are well-documented and highlighted in your grant proposals. A well-organized calendar helps ensure you never miss a deadline and can manage multiple applications efficiently.

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GrantNews

APRIL 18, 2024

Finally, personalize your My Grant Calendar to plan out your future grant applications and organize upcoming deadlines. Proposals in the field of sustainable agriculture will be accepted Fulton Gardens Fund Grant – Grants to public gardens for planting and gardening projects in eligible regions.

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Just Write Grants

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The end of the calendar year is a critical time for nonprofits seeking funding. Tailor Your Proposal Corporations receive numerous funding requests, so its essential to make your proposal stand out by aligning it with their goals. Many corporations allocate remaining budgets or ramp up philanthropic efforts during this season.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Fortunately, there are countless ways to get the job done, whether aiming for small but steady contributions or shooting for a big event that knocks everyones socksoff. Festive Fundraiser (November and December) Bonfire or FireworkNight Why it works: Community members look for festive events leading into winter.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

ChatGPT can help you create content, come up with fundraising ideas, and assist with event planning to support your organization’s mission. Scheduling is also simplified by virtual assistants because they can access your teams’ calendars to propose optimal meeting times and manage appointments.

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Just Write Grants

JUNE 26, 2024

Crafting a Winning Grant Proposal A strong proposal is the cornerstone of securing grant funding. Proofread and Polish: Ensure your proposal is free of grammatical errors and typos. Deadlines Matter Create a grant application calendar to stay organized and on track. A professional presentation goes a long way.

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 12, 2024

Marketing staff can alert nonprofit development teams about the content supports engage with most, revealing what donors look for when interacting with your donation website or fundraising events. To achieve shared goals, these teams can collaborate on fundraising campaigns and content calendars.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

Planning a digital story, he proposes, is like event planning. And like event planning, involves elements such as deciding who will be involved, how much time is expected of them, and what tools or other elements are needed. Having a stated mission for your digital story can serve as central organizing element. Learn More.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 17, 2012

(iPad, iPhone, MacOS) is a student planner that helps you keep track of your class schedule, track your grades and GPA, manage homework assignments, and create an interactive calendar. TechSoup is hosting a Hackathon for Good series of events as part of the Transforming Communities project. Image: App Inventor Workshop ( Flickr ).

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Peak Proposals

MAY 3, 2020

, you have three primary options for raising funds: 1) you can solicit donations from individuals, 2) you can submit proposals to foundations and government agencies to receive grant funding, or 3) you can hold fundraising campaigns and community events to collect donations. This is not the case.

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GiveSmart

APRIL 24, 2024

Marketing staff can alert nonprofit development teams about the content supports engage with most, revealing what donors look for when interacting with your donation website or fundraising events. To achieve shared goals, these teams can collaborate on fundraising campaigns and content calendars.

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Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Through our work in grant development, we’ve met many faculty members who have not received training on how to find funding or write grant proposals. What Are You Proposing: Is It a Research Project, Or Could It Be a Project with an Evaluation Component? Features of Project Proposal vs. a Research Proposal c.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Not only that, but with the move to more and more online giving (there was a 32% increase in online revenue in 2020), events like #GivingTuesday have become an even more important part of your fundraising calendar. Activity or Event: An event is a great way to raise funds for your year-end campaign on the spot.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Office 365 Nonprofit also includes hosted email and calendars with Exchange Online, instant messaging and web conferencing with Lync, and company social networking through Yammer. Little Green Light is a cloud-based CRM that lets you manage volunteers, members, events, and fundraising campaigns from a single interface.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

I'd like to suggest that your organization invest $99 to become a member of GrantStation during TechSoup's two-day promotional event. Mark your calendar now for September 20 to 21. On September 20 to 21 , you'll be able to get a GrantStation annual subscription for just $99.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 13, 2022

That’s how I ended up finding myself looking at my calendar each week in January, February, March, and, well you get the point…saying, “If I can just get through this week, things will slow down.” Oh the lies we tell ourselves to make it through the day, because dear reader, slow down it did not. It was a lot, all at once.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 21, 2022

Host an event. Your website: Your website is your digital information hub, offering members everything from your event calendar to your online blog. P2P campaigns are typically coupled with an event, like a virtual 5K or fun run or a social media challenge (like the viral ALS Ice Bucket Challenge). Host an event.

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Qgiv

MARCH 28, 2022

Fundraising expenses include anything to do with fundraising, including various campaign budgets and costs for hosting events. Fundraising events. From standard events to auctions and galas, nonprofits will hold a variety of events throughout the year to raise money. Types of fundraising events. What to consider.

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Tech Soup

MAY 12, 2017

GrantStation membership provides the resources for all your grantseeking needs, from finding grantmaking leads to submitting the proposal that will win you awards. Upcoming GrantStation Event at TechSoup. Mark your calendar now for May 16 and 17 (next week!). Learn more. This blog post was written by Cynthia M.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 13, 2022

For example: “acquire 100 new donors this year” or “write 10 grant proposals before March.” Create a grant calendar by January 1 of the top 10 grants we’ll go after this year. Create a grant calendar. Business sponsors: How many business sponsors will we get for our signature event? See the difference? See how that works?

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Office 365 Nonprofit also includes hosted email and calendars with Exchange Online, instant messaging and web conferencing with Lync, and company social networking through Yammer. Little Green Light is a cloud-based CRM that lets you manage volunteers, members, events, and fundraising campaigns from a single interface.

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Fundly

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Writing Winning Grant Proposals: Grants Pluss consulting team will develop a detailed project plan, collect essential information, craft a competitive application package, and handle submission on your organizations behalf. When nonprofits want to connect with their major donors, Westfall Gold can help them create a multi-day event.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 10, 2017

Upcoming Grantseeking Events from TechSoup. Alice Ruhnke, owner and founder of The Grant Advantage, will outline ways to infuse your organization's strengths into your proposal to create the best application possible. Mark your calendar now for January 31 and February 1! Image 1 : LDprod / Shutterstock. Register now.

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The Fundraising Coach

APRIL 14, 2025

Fundraising campaign budget: These documents track the upfront costs of revenue-generating initiatives, especially highly involved ones like events or 24-hour giving days, to help you determine your return on investment (ROI) for the campaign.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Hosting a car wash is a classic fundraising event that’ll keep your community’s cars sparkling clean. Offer a one-day pick-up event or a delivery service to get your holiday greenery to their new homes. Sell the balloons at your event, and towards the end of the night, have people pop them at the same time to see what they’ve won.

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