The Grantsmanship Center

MARCH 5, 2025

Problem analysis includes the definition of the problem along with why it is happening. Patty Wolfe is an independent consultant to nonprofit organizations. Category: Program Planning and Design Proposal Writing and Grantseeking The heart of program planning is problem analysis.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 11, 2025

The OED defines priority in this example as “[a] thing that is regarded as more important than others… ” Note that priority, according to this definition, does not mean “more important than all others.” .” Times 21 July 9/2, as quoted in the OED The above sentence is the artifact we sought!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 13, 2023

After over 25 years in the nonprofit and consulting sector, reading a job announcement like that would raise a huge red flag. Why would I want to consult or work for an organization that demanded perfection in every grant application? And how could I believe that I would never ever make a mistake? Doesn’t that sound just perfect?

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2022

We also aim to provide practical advice on how scholars, consultants, funders, human resource representatives, and leaders in the nonprofit sector can work together to address anti-Black racism effectively. . There are currently many different definitions of “Black-led.” Why Candid and ABFE? . What does it mean to be Black-led? .

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

I should know, I have been doing it, off and on, nearly my whole life, as a college student, a graduate student, a young professor, a business owner, and later as a grant writing consultant. Definitely keep track of your hours. Definitely get an ergonomic keyboard and use voice recognition software. Your arms should be level.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

Operating Reserve Policies To help institutionalize operating reserve best practices and provide a pathway for a clear set of purposes, definitions, and goals, have a formal operating reserve policy in place prepared by senior management and staff and approved by the Board.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Definition and purpose of grant writing Grant writing includes research, drafting, and submission of proposals to receive financial awards that support specific projects or programs. Grant writers earn approximately $75,853 annually, while consultants can make $100,000+.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This update to the taxonomy consists of over 200 changes from the previous version, including: updates to definitions of terms, such as Human services or Researchers (the most common type of change); changes to term labels; additions and, to a much lesser extent, removal of terms; and shifts in where terms are located within the taxonomy.

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Candid

DECEMBER 6, 2022

However, there are definite costs associated with operating at the state level, filing with the IRS, and registering for charitable solicitation. Instead of starting a nonprofit, you might spend your time and effort in other ways to help drive your mission forward, such as volunteering, consulting, or fiscal sponsorship.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The rest of the field will be hot on your heels, and some may catch you, but definitely not all, and your competitive advantage by starting early is seen by all as you cross the finish line. Then they point at you and say, BUT, before I do that, YOU get to start NOW before the rest of the field.

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Gail Perry Group

MAY 23, 2024

Dear Barney Rubble, I’m not sure if you’ve heard the barking and excited tail wags lately, but the word is definitely out at our SPCA! Send an email to coaching@gailperry.com if you’d like to schedule a strategy or consulting call with us.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 19, 2024

Blackbaud Solutions Consultants Katherine Liles and Lauren Smithman will break down one solution in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT + Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT + Blackbaud Grantmaking: The Sum is Greater Than the Parts. And definitely don’t miss the main stage conversation with Sheryl Lee Ralph.

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GrantNews

JULY 25, 2024

Funding is for the hiring of a consultant to manage gifted-student education programs. This part-time consultant will organize professional development. Funding will also be for any additional costs to provide these courses. There is a grant to eligible school districts to enhance gifted-education programs.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

Kelly is an excellent presenter, she was so well prepared, and her points were spot on – I DEFINITELY plan to take advantage of your and Kelly’s generous offers for a 20-minute consult regarding year-end fundraising plans.” ” FAQ. Who is the Nonprofit Startup Course for? Who the course taught by?

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Qgiv

MARCH 8, 2022

That ownership changed my definition of what “design” even meant. Cristina: I was incredibly lucky because early on I had an amazing opportunity to simultaneously work part time with both a marketing agency and with a UX agency. I became much more interested in who was using the website, why they were using it, and how.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Definition of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to fund specific projects or programs. For more on this subject, consult our article on budgeting for grants. Understanding Grants Grants serve as vital financial resources for various organizations and individuals.

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Blackbaud

JULY 30, 2024

Since major gifts are, by definition, the largest individual donations your nonprofit receives, they typically come from your wealthiest donors. However, just because someone can make a significant contribution to your organization doesn’t mean they’ll respond positively to your major gift solicitations.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 26, 2023

For more details about LLCs, here is a link to the IRS definition of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). You should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. If approved, incorporation as an LLC shields individual company members from personal liability for any debts incurred by the LLC.

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Selfish Giving

JULY 2, 2012

It’s definitely worth a deeper dive if you’re interested in pinups as a fundraiser for your business partners. Today, over at the Razoo blog , Inspiring Generosity , I wrote a post on a successful pinup program between Shake Shack and Share Our Strength that raised $135,000 at just ten store.

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Gail Perry Group

MAY 23, 2024

Dear Barney Rubble, I’m not sure if you’ve heard the barking and excited tail wags lately, but the word is definitely out at our SPCA! Send an email to coaching@gailperry.com if you’d like to schedule a strategy or consulting call with us.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

For example, if you hire a fundraising consultant but that consultant does not succeed in helping your organization raise more money, you will end up overspending on fundraising. Fees paid to fundraising consultants or outsourced help like a grant writer. If you’re outside the U.S.,

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 20, 2023

The very definition of a catchphrase, right? Peer-to-Peer Consulting: Sometimes, a great project or client comes along at a not-so-great time. Peer-to-Peer Consulting is an excellent way for grant writers to formally connect and assist on large-scale projects.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 6, 2016

I'm definitely recharged! Congrats to David Hessekiel , Megan Strand and the whole CMF team for an outstanding event. The conference is that one time of year I get to see everyone in the cause marketing world. It gets better every year. 20 Kick-Ass Cause Marketing Ideas.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 14, 2011

Through training, coaching and consulting, she helps small nonprofits and communications departments of one make a big impression with smart, savvy marketing and communications. Nat started with Oracle as a sales consultant in New Zealand where he was born.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 9, 2023

As grant consultants or employees, situations arise in our daily work that require us to stop and consider whether what we are being asked to do is "the right thing". One of Dictionary.com's definitions of ethics is " pertaining to or dealing with morals or the principles of morality; pertaining to right and wrong in conduct."

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Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

A recent Harvard Business School study compared two groups of consultants—one using AI tools and the other not—performing the same workplace tasks such as writing, analysis, and strategy. Researchers have measured the time savings created by generative AI. Here are the core elements: Redefining “productivity.”

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The Grantsmanship Center

AUGUST 21, 2023

Submitting proposals for funding isn’t a one-off process, and one size definitely does not fit all. Thomas Boyd is Chief Editorial Consultant for The Grantsmanship Center and an independent consultant to nonprofit organizations. Use a rejection as important information to help you try again.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Beyond that, it’s a judgement call, but I would definitely recommend trimming down the number of solicitations your major donors get after they give a large gift during the year. Every fundraising consultant, author, and trainer will give you different rules of thumb on how many asks to send your donors each year.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

Written in partnership with Equivolve Consulting, we capture lessons from the BMA Fellowship as a case study of what’s possible when Black social innovators exist in an affirming environment of support and respect.

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Planned Giving

JUNE 10, 2025

It’s important to consult with an estate planning attorney to ensure your will complies with local laws. This article delves into the intricacies of per stirpes distribution, offering a detailed guide on how to name beneficiaries per stirpes in your will. Is per stirpes recognized in all states?

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CauseVox

JUNE 23, 2022

Nathan Hill is the VP of Marketing at NextAfter , a fundraising consulting research lab and institute on a mission to unleash generosity. This pivotal idea deserves a clear definition. Between website copy, social media, emails, and more, there are so many avenues for reaching out to donors.

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Think and Ink Grants

MARCH 30, 2022

These are definitely options to consider in the short term, but the article also suggests more thought is needed for long-term solutions. Shavonn Source: [link] Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™. Shavonn earned a BBA from Howard University and an MBA from Emory University.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 5, 2013

Today he runs his own consulting company, Adapt ∞ Impact , which serves the nonprofit community exclusively. Note: the answer will almost definitely be "no" and if it is "yes," your diligence process just got more comprehensive.). more than 20 years. He's been involved with nonprofits and community.

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Selfish Giving

JULY 8, 2009

And this is not the year we can hire an employee or a consultant. –but we would definitely have our own handle. With the marketing team focused on patient outreach and overhauling 1400 web pages on the hospital’s web site, there’s no time left for social media. These are just a few of the initial questions I had.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

No matter how you evaluate the program, the funder definitely wants to know details that dovetail into the rest of your application. DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services, LLC is so excited to be season 6 sponsors for Fundraising HayDay , a podcast about grants and such.

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Tech Soup

MAY 21, 2013

Many thanks to Andrea Berry ( Idealware ), Lindsay Bealko (Toolkit Consulting), and David Krumlauf ( Pierce Family Charitable Foundation ) for planning the session and facilitating the discussion. I learned that both nonprofits and foundations have a lot of work to do to help close the technology funding gap.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 29, 2019

It’s hard to come up with one single definition of what the word means, or create best practice tactics that work for everyone. They include activities that are both common to the fundraising sector and unique to their nonprofit at the same time.

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