Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 27, 2025

Author Bio: Julie Assel, GPC, CGMS, is CEO of Assel Grant Services, a national consulting firm specializing in strategic grant research, proposal development, management, and training. Over the last 20+ years, I have been privileged to help hundreds of organizations receive significant grant funding.

Award

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Due to the complexity, many applicants turn to professional grant writers or consultants for assistance. When awarded a grant, your organization enters into a contract with the grant maker, agreeing to specific guidelines and objectives. Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? Grant funding is out there.

Funding

Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 9, 2025

The grant writer is responsible for outlining payment arrangements in the work contract. Flexible Schedule – Grant writing consulting can be done on your own time. Build a Grant-Writing Contract – Outline a clear contract and or work order for your project. Even better? However, did you know?

Grant

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Many consultants set minimum retainer amounts between $1,500 and $3,000 per month. Independent consultants charge much more because they bring specialized knowledge to high-stakes applications. When to consider a freelance consultant Freelance grant writers work well for organizations that need help occasionally or have limited funds.

Grant

Candid

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

For example, a strategy focused on high-dollar individual gifts may require making introductions among their personal or professional circles, while one focused on government funding means securing strong contract, compliance, and reporting capabilities. This Candid webinar led by Diverse Force CEO Sulaiman W. Ready to learn more?

Government

The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Their hopes and struggles and agonies Get us grants and consulting fees. Haitian Diaspora PAC is based in Washington, D.C., according to its website, although the court papers state it is “a 527 political organization registered in the State of Washington.” GuideStar did not have any records on the Haitian Diaspora PAC.

Funding

Blackbaud

MARCH 17, 2025

In this post, well explore how organizations can respond to these shifts, focusing on the impact of executive orders, the difference between grants and contracts, and how to realign organizational strategies to stay relevant in an evolving environment. Consider the recent orders removing the emphasis on DEIA principles in grantmaking.

Federal Grants

Grant Writer Team

MAY 8, 2025

What’s more, many even offer additional support like branding consultation or website guidance to strengthen your overall presentation. All the intimate details of your contract are confidential between you your grant writer. More than just writers, theyre strategic partners. What Does aProfessionalGrant Writer Cost?

Grant

GiveSmart

APRIL 2, 2025

Our fundraising team is already including more consultation time with every GiveSmart contract to best support our partners. Theres so much to do in Seattle, the Emerald City. From Pike Place Market to a visit to the Space Needle and the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP), it is a top-notch destination.

Federal Grants

Fundraising HayDay

MAY 15, 2025

You can sub-contract for consultants, develop a joint grant proposal, co-author journal articles, co-present workshops and webinars, and so much more. You can sub-contract for consultants, develop a joint grant proposal, co-author journal articles, co-present workshops and webinars, and so much more.

Grant

Blackbaud

JULY 23, 2025

How to do it Assess your grant or contract language to identify which programs could be impacted. For each source, estimate how much of the total grant or contract might be affected and work with your advancement and business office teams to document the impact on school operations. What will you do without that funding?

Policy

RBW Strategy

JUNE 3, 2024

Outcome Maryland Nonprofits contracted with RBW Strategy starting in 2020, and our organization has provided extensive support, including strategic readiness, prospect research, and grant writing. Maryland Nonprofits Maryland Nonprofits ’ mission is to strengthen organizations for greater quality of life and equity.

Federal Grants

GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

In addition to writing grants, grant writers can be hired for a wide range of other services including, but not limited to:: Consulting for businesses, foundations, corporations and government agencies. Locating contract and funding opportunities. Just remember that you cannot spend any grant money you earn on to pay the grant writer.

Grant

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 30, 2024

In response to recent GPA membership survey results showing that 37% of us are grant consultants, a discussion of business development may be helpful. As consultants, we are, in fact, running a business. Author Bio: Fielding Jezreel is a grant consultant working with St. And, if you haven't yet, why not?

Contracts

Blue Avocado

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Try a consultant with no guardrails. Little did I know that a consultant was overseeing the celebratory event and saw it as “her baby.” It turns out that the consultant not only never followed up with me about greenlighting the document — it never went out. Months later, the consultant again went catatonic for about six weeks.

Management

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 22, 2024

Patient Grant Pro Answer: Dear Patient Grant Pro – Your challenge is one that we have heard from colleagues not just in the grant consulting space, but as employees as well. appeared first on DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 18, 2023

Do you have suggestions for getting your name and expertise out there as a contracted proposal writer? The post Do you have suggestions for getting your name and expertise out there as a contracted proposal writer? appeared first on DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services. Any job boards you recommend?

Contracts

RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Beginning in 2013, the AAMC first contracted with RBW Strategy to provide supplemental grant writing support during an especially busy time to increase staff capacity. Since then, the AAMC has begun to work to center its efforts into a prioritized mission-critical, mission-focused, and mission-supportive framework.

Grant Writing

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 9, 2024

DH Leonard Consulting has a dedicated copy editor with extensive development experience on our staff. At DH Leonard Consulting, we contract with mock reviewers with deep grants experience. appeared first on DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services. Copy Editing The purpose. The outcome.

Readiness

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Speak with your accountant to explore what “contract positions” entail. It might be possible to keep staff members on a contract basis until your organization can sustain employees long-term. Service Contracts – Don’t forget to reassess annual service contracts. Fact: there are currently over 2.7 But you can’t avoid it.

Budget

Grants Plus

JANUARY 19, 2024

By: Laura Altieri According to the National Council of Nonprofits, more than 30% of nonprofit revenues come from government grants and contracts. Jana Morace, Director of Grants and Contracts Management, credits the Grants Plus team for achieving a 100% win rate for the grants we’ve pursued together.

Government

The Fundraising Coach

APRIL 9, 2024

A fundraising consultant can identify opportunities for improvement in your existing fundraising plan and build new strategies to advance your nonprofit. In this guide, we’ll cover five simple steps to hire the perfect fundraising consultant for your nonprofit. Read up on consulting services. Secure your board’s buy-in.

Consulting

Fundly

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

10+ Top Fundraising Consulting Firms: Find the Best Partner! Similarly, when your nonprofit organization has a problem it cant solve on its own, your best bet is to turn to a nonprofit consulting firm! But one of the most common types of consulting nonprofits seek is fundraising consulting.

Consulting

Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2024

The CEO of the language learning app Duolingo, Luis von Ahn, shared in a podcast interview that the company did not renew some contracts with hourly employees because the contractors were asked to do very rote language tasks that computers were just as good at. The sudden prevalence of AI is in many ways astounding. You have the choice.

AI

Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2021

For the past 26 years, she has contributed organizational and individual value as a thought leader, manager, author, mentor, coach and consultant throughout the United States, and in selected projects in Africa and Central America. Ellen Bristol is renowned for her expertise in managing fundraising strategy and operations.

Contract

Gail Perry Group

MAY 23, 2024

Use contractions such as “We’ll” rather than “We will.” AI to the Rescue: Streamlining Thank You’s for More Donor Love As fundraisers, we understand the power of a well-crafted thank-you note. But let's face it, finding time to personalize thank you can be a massive challenge, especially for short-staffed development offices. Be concise.

Template

Tech Soup

APRIL 25, 2017

Utilizing managed IT services (also called IT outsourcing) can be great for a small to medium-size business, but it does come with some risks. It's important to understand some common pitfalls when using managed IT service providers (MSPs). Then you can ensure you've got the proper protocols and agreements in place to avoid those pitfalls.

Management

Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

A quick consultation with Tech Impact will evaluate whether your nonprofit or foundation can benefit from outsourcing its IT. Migration to managed IT support requires signing a one-year service contract. Migration to managed IT support requires signing a one-year service contract. IT Support and Consulting Services at TechSoup.

Consulting

Grant Consulting Services

JANUARY 9, 2024

Services such as basic telephone service or internet access may not require a contract. Under a contract. Tariffed or month-to-month services provided under a contract are considered to be contracted services. Eligible products and the upkeep of eligible products are generally provided under a contract.

Contract

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In addition, contracts for services to community-based nonprofits , schools, businesses, and individuals. Hot off the presses! The Minority Entrepreneurship Grant Program Act of 2023 waits to be signed into law. So, what is this Act and how does it impact minority entrepreneurship? GrantWatch has the scoop for you. The full title of Bill S.

Grant

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Because these partnerships involve external parties, specific terms, and the exchange of money, it’s best to have a contract. Consult a lawyer to draft or review contracts so that everything goes smoothly and relationships remain positive. Let’s look at an example of a real, successful cause marketing partnership.

Nonprofit

Blackbaud

MARCH 7, 2024

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) introduces guidelines on how nonprofits should handle grants and contracts, and these updates help nonprofits report their finances accurately and in a standard manner. It offers a comprehensive overview of revenue and expenses over a specific timeframe. Let’s dive in!

Finance

Tech Soup

JANUARY 10, 2013

For big projects or large sets of data, you might want to consult with a professional designer or somebody on staff with design skills. Piktochart doesn't require a contract or any sign-up fees so your organization can give Piktochart's professional package a whirl for a few months to test it out. Piktochart.

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Gail Perry Group

MAY 23, 2024

Use contractions such as “We’ll” rather than “We will.” AI to the Rescue: Streamlining Thank You’s for More Donor Love As fundraisers, we understand the power of a well-crafted thank-you note. But let's face it, finding time to personalize thank you can be a massive challenge, especially for short-staffed development offices. Be concise.

AI

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Well, if the M&G rate is capped at 10% but your organization’s M&G rate is 20%, then you should be aware that only half of the project’s M&G will be funded (if you are awarded the contract, that is). In an ideal world, the M&G rate used on the grant application budget would then be 20% (i.e., 20,000 for a $100,000 project).

Contract

Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

After consulting with his stakeholders, Tony contracted with Plexis to have them customize their standard software to meet the needs of a food bank. Tony explained to me that since food banks buy in bulk and receive bulk donations, they frequently distribute an identical selection of goods to all their clients. read more.

Donation

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

This new discount program allows TechSoup member organizations to directly communicate with an HR expert by requesting two- or four-hour consultation packages. These consultation hours can be divided up and used across multiple sessions, with each session having a fifteen-minute minimum. In fact, this is a common reason for burnout.

Consulting