Strategic Grants

JUNE 18, 2025

Using AI for grant writing is not a new topic. We know, through conversations with our clients and within the for-purpose community, that many are embracing it as an asset in their grant writing toolbox. What does it know about the grant and funder? Find out how much it already knows.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Professional Relationships in Grant Writing When it comes to professional relationships—particularly in grant writing—the same principles apply. At Think and Ink Grant Consulting, we emphasize the importance of stewardship. Schedule a complimentary consultation today: www.thinkandinkgrants.com.

Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 21, 2025

In grant writing, we understand the importance of the 5 Ws: Who, What, When, Where, and Why. As grant professionals, we have a responsibility to keep Who at the center of every proposal we write because they are the very reason grants even exist. Compassionate grant writing even has the power to inspire.

Grant Writing

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

When nonprofit organizations begin a new grant writing strategy, many expect to see results within a year. However, grant writing success often demands more patience and a long-term view. Here’s why the 12-month mark may not be the best time to measure the effectiveness of your grant writing fundraising strategy.

Grant Writing

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Grant writing is a critical component of nonprofit fundraising, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. Understanding and addressing these common pain points can significantly enhance your nonprofit’s success in securing grants. Time Constraints 1.1 Meeting Deadlines 6.1 Meeting Deadlines 6.1

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Grants4Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As we approach 2025 and the anticipated changes that a new federal administration will bring, nonprofit leaders, grant writers, and fundraisers must be proactive to safeguard and sustain their funding sources. is Owner and CEO of Grants4Good LLC ®, a grant writing training and consulting company based in New York.

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Bonterra

JUNE 26, 2025

Speaker Sheleia Philips, Founder and Principal Consultant, SMP Nonprofit Consulting Sheleia Phillips, MPH, CHES, is the Founder and Principal Consultant at SMP Nonprofit Consulting. With over a decade of experience, she supports nonprofit growth through grant writing, program development, and public policy.

Grant Writing

Just Write Grants

JUNE 13, 2025

Measurable outcomes and evidence-based data are essential for successful grant writing. Your grant writer is only as strong as the data you provide. You can’t just say your nonprofit makes an impact. You have to track it, analyze it, prove it, and present it. Ready to turn your impact into funding?

Grant Writing

Just Write Grants

JUNE 13, 2025

Grant writing can be overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. We’ve answered 20 of the most common questions nonprofits ask about finding, writing, and winning grants.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 20, 2025

Over 35,000 nonprofits rely on government grants for over half their total revenue. If your organization relies partially or heavily on grant funding to stay in business, reevaluate your grant writing and management approach to ensure more of your proposals are accepted. Research grant opportunities.

Grant Writing

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 9, 2025

Heres how you can ensure your grant proposals hit the mark. Before diving into grant writing, take time to revisit your strategic plan. Stay Flexible and Responsive The grant-writing process in 2025 will likely require flexibility. Are your goals and objectives still relevant for 2025?

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

This article provides a detailed exploration of the world of grants for churches non profit organizations, highlighting the types of grants available, strategies for identifying and applying for funding, best practices for grant writing , and the challenges associated with grant compliance and reporting.

Funding

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

How grant writers are typically paid Grant writers employ several standard payment structures. A nonprofit can make better budget decisions for grant writing services by knowing these payment models. Hourly rates Grant writers mostly charge by the hour, and their rates vary based on experience.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 13, 2025

If your organization lacks expertise in grant-seeking, consider consulting professionals or training staff to bolster your efforts. Invest in Relationships with Funders At the core of successful fundraising is trust and connection. Schedule a complimentary consultation today: www.thinkandinkgrants.com. Shavonn Need help?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Note from Diane: You know how passionate our team is about thinking about your grant management work (your post-award work) to help strengthen your grant applications (your pre-award) work. Its why we partner with MyFedTrainer.com to deliver grant writing supports and training on both the pre-award and post-award side of things.

Finance

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In 2025, aligning fundraising efforts with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is more vital than ever. Consultation Services: Professional assistance with the application can range from $1,000 to $3,000, depending on complexity. That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Nonprofits work with consultants for a variety of reasons, from strategic planning to fundraising, capacity building and grant writing. But understanding how a consultant can benefit your nonprofit, as well as what your nonprofit is responsible for in this collaboration, is critical to success.

Consulting

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Feature Description Purpose Strengthen organizational infrastructure Duration Time-limited; may vary Reporting Progress reports on capacity development Evaluation Measure improved organizational effectiveness Capacity-building grants can significantly impact a nonprofits long-term viability.

Funding

amplifi

APRIL 24, 2025

Theres no shortage of challenges facing fundraisers today. And many organizations are trying to navigate and limit the effects of federal grant freezes and unfreezes. percent, respectively, according to the latest data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project. LEARN MORE: Six signs its time to hire a fundraising agency.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: June 29, 2022 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top Want to know how to stay on the "good" list? Start saving 3 hours a week and increase your grant applications by 78%. Grant Writing Classes How to Craft a Standout Grant Application ft.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

When applying for grants, demonstrating a clear, measurable impact and a strong Return on Investment (ROI) can make all the difference. While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application.

Proposal

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: March 2, 2022 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top Want to go from Rejected to Accepted? ​In this 1-hour webinar (with 15 minutes Q&A), Teresa Huff will share with you 9 reasons your grants are getting rejected, and how to fix them. Look no further! instrumentl.com/teresa.

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Just Write Grants

JULY 16, 2025

Get your nonprofit ready for fall grant season! Learn how to build a grant calendar, create prep checklists, avoid burnout, and craft powerful storytelling to secure more funding.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2025

One particular grant-writing position proved difficult to fill. Ask nonprofit consultants, human resource specialists and thought leaders for advice. As part of my volunteer work chairing a local Association of Fundraising Professionals committee, I spoke at a regional conference. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Published: September 8, 2021 Grant Writing Classes Table of Contents SHOW MORE SHOW LESS Return to top In this 1-hour webinar (with 15 minutes Q&A), Teresa Huff will share with you how to simplify, streamline, and support your team. Find and win more grants for your nonprofit! She has helped nonprofits triple their funding.

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Just Write Grants

JUNE 20, 2025

Nonprofits must align their grant proposals with these evolving priorities to stay competitive. In 2025, funders are prioritizing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI), sustainability, and workforce development like never before.

Metrics

Grants Plus

JUNE 19, 2025

In a recent conversation with Caren Yanis of Croland Consulting, we found ourselves circling a deceptively simple question: What’s in it for the funder? Even in the world of grants- where gifts often flow from family, community and corporate foundations – […] The post What’s In It for the Funder?

Grant

Just Write Grants

JUNE 5, 2025

With federal grant funding shrinking and competition rising, now is the time for nonprofits to diversify revenue streams. Learn why building relationships with private and corporate funders is essential for long-term sustainability.

Federal Grants

Just Write Grants

JULY 21, 2025

With federal grants becoming harder to secure in 2025, nonprofits must shift their funding strategies. This post explores why private and corporate foundation funding is on the rise, why nonprofits should diversify revenue streams like a business, and how Just Write Grants can help you build a more resilient grant strategy.

Federal Grants

Candid

MARCH 26, 2025

For most people working in nonprofit development, fundraiser is a role theyve evolved intoas a part of their job as a nonprofit leader, or because they discovered they were good at raising money. No matter how much financial planning or nonprofit management training you receive, some things about fundraising have to be learned the hard way.

Fundraising

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 13, 2023

We’re excited to announce the 2022 Top Grant Writing Blogs to Follow. With this mission in mind, our team put together a list of our top go-to grant writing blogs that share tips and tricks to help you as a nonprofit write strong, well written LOI’s and grant applications. Fundraising HayDay.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Once upon a time, in a cubicle far, far away, I saw an announcement for a senior grant writing position at a national organization. Under the qualifications heading, it stated that they were looking for a grant writer who never made a mistake—that perfection was the goal for every grant submitted. Then, I read further.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Having raised more than $101 million “the hard way” through 90% private foundation and individual fundraising over the last 20+ years, I have experienced my share of rejections. In taking the time to rank and rate grant proposals, you’ll learn what to do and what not to do to create more compelling, competitive proposals.

Grant Writing

Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Hiring a grant writer is one of the most important decisions a nonprofit can make. This funding can come in the form of donations, federal dollars, private funders, gifts, fundraising events, and grants. Instead, many organizations rely on grant dollars to fund a significant portion of their budget. million grant.

Consulting

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 17, 2023

Census Bureau joined the Fundraising HayDay podcast to talk and share resources galore. Stephens, Data Dissemination Specialist, talks geography, data tables, and more on the latest episode here: Show Me the Data | Fundraising HayDay (podbean.com). But never fear – the U.S. So, get started today! [1]

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 19, 2022

If fractured fairy tales aren’t getting you the storytelling advice you are seeking, try this real-life advice on storytelling from two very wise but very different sources—a nationally renowned fundraising trainer and consultant T. And isn’t securing more transformational grants the happy ending we all want? Census Bureau.

Grant

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 23, 2023

Many agencies hire a grant consultant to start or help grow their grant portfolio. And while that may seem like a simple solution to your grant woes, a they do not magically appear and take all the work off your plate. So, what should you expect when you hire a grant consultant?

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