Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application. Here’s how nonprofits can measure and communicate impact and ROI effectively before they submit a proposal. cost per individual served).

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

In an increasingly competitive landscape, it is essential to present compelling proposals that stand out and resonate with potential funders. Researching their previous projects and funded initiatives can provide invaluable insights and allow you to tailor your proposal to reflect their priorities.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

As a grant writer, it’s important that to have the focus and commitment necessary to bring together the various components required to adhere to the framework of the grant and while preparing an effective proposal to give any organization the best possibility of being awarded the grant. Funds for Programs Addressing Community Needs !

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Doing your foundation or government grants keep falling off the bottom of the list, impacting your grant proposal submissions. What does a grant consultant bring to the table? What is the process to work with a grant consultant? What to look for in a grant consultant? Then, it changed.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 9, 2025

If your grant proposals feel flat or overly formal, it’s time to rethink your approach. A compelling narrative: Brings your mission to life Shows the real people behind the problem Demonstrates your impact in a tangible, memorable way It turns your proposal from a report into a movement. Storytelling isn’t fluff … it’s strategy.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 21, 2025

For this reason, nonprofits often seek expertise from external consultants and vendors. Whether you currently have a handle on your mission-critical tasks or need to outsource immediately, creating a request for proposals (RFP) sets the stage for finding the right skills at the right price.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 3, 2025

Your ultimate goal is to channel as many resources as possible toward your mission. Link Technology Investments to the Organization’s Strategic Plan and Objectives To make a strong business case for any technology investment, you need to ensure that the proposal benefits not only the finance team but the organization as a whole.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JULY 15, 2025

” Even if you are not explicitly asked to, work in the measurable objectives that will lead to the ultimate goal. TLDR: Be crystal clear about your goals, how you’ll use the grant, and what makes your approach unique. Look at their past funding to gain a sense of their priorities and tailor your proposal accordingly.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

For example, presenting a communitys poverty rate as 30% when it is actually 20% may make a proposal seem more urgent but undermines the integrity of the grant application. Solution: Set realistic goals that reflect your organizations actual capacity. Lets ensure that every grant proposal we write lives up to that responsibility.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

times more likely to hit their mission goals compared to peers with low digital maturity. Make Progress and Stay Organized with Project Management When I joined the foundation in 2019, I met Warren Campbell, a wonderful database consultant and project manager with Campbell Consulting LLC.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Writing grants requires organizations to analyze their audience, gather data, build compelling stories, and submit polished proposals. This makes becoming skilled at proposal writing significant. A strong grant proposal has sections about the organization’s background, project details, story, budget, and ways to measure success.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Complexity of the Grant Proposal Simple applications for smaller grants may take 10-20 hours. Complex government or multi-partner proposals can require over 100 hours. Level of Preparation Pre-existing Resources: Having prior research, templates, or previous proposals can significantly reduce time. Lets explore these: 1.

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Whether you are a novice or looking to refine your skills, the art of crafting compelling grant proposals can make all the difference in funding your vision. Understanding the importance of this skill not only prepares individuals to craft compelling proposals, but also helps them grasp the broader impact of their work.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 21, 2025

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. By prioritizing Who in our proposals using compassionate grant writing like the second example, we help funding reach where its needed most, empowering people, not just institutions.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 1, 2025

Our team at DH Leonard Consulting is always trying to think of new ways to “Don’t Let Grants Stress You Out,” whether you are a grant-writing client, a grant-training participant, or a broader member of our community. However, it’s essential to navigate the fine line between assistance and misrepresentation.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

At Think and Ink Grant Consulting, we emphasize the importance of stewardship. Stewardship in grant writing means maintaining an ongoing connection with funders, updating them on your organization’s progress, and demonstrating your impact long before submitting a grant proposal. I’ll explain everything in our proposal.”

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 9, 2025

Deleting or replacing these expendable words can help with character goals! At DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services, we try to live without these expletives in most cases: “some” (of) “a little,” “somewhat,” etc. Do you have any that you regularly choose to include in your writing?

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Churches that demonstrate a strong community service component in their grant proposals can find success in these funding avenues. Churches can benefit from these programs by proposing projects that directly impact local communities. Developing the Grant Proposal The grant proposal is the cornerstone of the application process.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 29, 2025

How your project aligns with the funding sources goals. Be Compelling Make your application stand out by presenting a strong, credible case: Include accurate, factual data to support your proposal. Consult key stakeholders and represent their perspectives. The post Do Your Grant Proposals Follow the 3 Cs Formula for Success?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

This section provides an overview of grant writing, key elements of a grant proposal, and common mistakes to avoid. Overview of Grant Writing Grant writing is the process of creating a written proposal to request funds from a specific organization, government agency, or private foundation.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The objective is to facilitate projects that align with the funder’s goals and priorities. The grant application process necessitates a clear understanding of requirements and the impact of the proposed project on the community or field of study. Usually require a detailed proposal outlining the research goals.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Rates for simple foundation proposals typically range from $300 to $3,000, while complex federal grants may require significantly higher investments. Yet this payment structure can lead to unexpected total costs because grant proposals often take longer than planned. Most retainer agreements last 6-12 months.

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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. Funding Restrictions Before writing grant proposals , your finance and executive teams should collaborate to determine how each grants funding requirements align with your nonprofits overall strategic plan.

Finance

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 8, 2025

Each sets its own goals, its own priorities, and its own deadlines. If these kinds of changes are on your horizon, the time to start planning for your grant proposal is now. Click here to schedule your no-obligation consultation call today. the tax year, the school year, or the calendar year. Is there a “season” for grants?

Applicant

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These grants are essential for organizations that align with the foundation’s mission or strategic goals. Funders often require detailed proposals outlining the project’s goals, timeline, and expected outcomes. The goal is to enhance the organization’s ability to achieve its mission effectively.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Crafting a compelling proposal demands thorough research, meticulous writing, and often, coordination with various team members. Misunderstanding these requirements can lead to disqualified proposals. Solution To ensure compliance: Thorough Review : Carefully review each grant’s guidelines and criteria before starting your proposal.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 13, 2025

Todays environment demands more than just a well-written proposal. Create a cohesive strategy that aligns with your organizations goals, strengths, and resources. If your organization lacks expertise in grant-seeking, consider consulting professionals or training staff to bolster your efforts. Shavonn Need help? About Shavonn V.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 3, 2025

Private foundation grants are typically targeted at broader goals like education, animals, or veterans. Within these goals, you can lay out how your program supports their initiative, but with your own unique services and work. You can schedule a no-obligation consultation call with a member of our team.

Government

Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 19, 2024

These shifts provide a unique opportunity for nonprofits to make more concerted efforts to cultivate relationships with corporate and foundation leaders, especially as these sectors seek to align their grantmaking with social responsibility goals. How will you adapt to the shifting philanthropic landscape?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 13, 2025

The bottom line, for our purposes in this blog, is that objectives are increments or building blocks of a larger, over-arching goal. “We strategized smart objectives to fulfill our mission,” or “We need to include smart objectives in our proposal.” What Are SMART Objectives? Use metrics, data, or benchmarks.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

Whether you’re new to grant writing or looking to sharpen your budgeting strategy, avoiding these five common mistakes can help you submit clearer, more fundable proposals—and set your organization up for success. In many ways, your budget is your proposal. Consult with finance staff or partners early.

Budget

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Importance of Budgeting for Grant Applications Budgeting serves as the financial blueprint of any grant proposal. Funders often prioritize proposals with clear, realistic budgets as they indicate careful planning and efficient use of resources. 30,000 Administrative Support Handles clerical tasks and communication.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 20, 2025

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. Customize your proposals to each funder. Another key aspect of improving your grant proposals is ensuring you apply to the right opportunities.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 21, 2025

Have you ever stared blankly at your computer screen, feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the thought of writing yet another grant proposal completely from scratch? Missing the opportunity to refine your narrative over time and losing valuable insights that could strengthen future proposals. No problem.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 17, 2025

After serving as an in-house institutional giving director for many years, I eventually launched my own fundraising consultancy. Despite our lofty, college-born career goals or what our snaggle-toothed toddlers require of us in the midnight hours, each of us needs an average of 8 hours of sleep.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

This is a shame, because they might be interested in your program if they ever got the chance to hear about your work and review your proposal. If one of my grant consultants who lives in another state does the same search, theyll see grants closer to their home. This doesnt mean its own algorithm is perfect, however.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 15, 2025

Key Components at a Glance While you can explore the full features here , let’s take a quick look at a few highlights that make this system a game-changer: Strategic Planning Dashboard : Visualize your upcoming deadlines, tasks, and funding goals all in one convenient place. For example, imagine needing a funder-specific proposal quickly.

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