The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 22, 2024

FreeWill has acquired GrantAssistant, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform designed to provide nonprofits and international development organizations with a proposal workflow toolkit that streamlines the grant application process. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. GrantAssistant’s full team, located in Washington, D.C.

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The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

In the first few months of 2025, many federal grants and contracts have been terminated. There continues to be uncertainty about the future of many federal grant programs. If you learn and have confirmed that your federal grant is canceled, here are a few options: 1. Thousands of federal employees have been fired.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

These days, with rising interest rates, skyrocketing inflation, and an economy that requires many of us to hold down more than one job, it pays to a be a grant writer! As a grant writer with GrantWriterTeam, you hold a position of power in the nonprofit and business sectors. It really does pay to be a grant writer!

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GrantNews

JUNE 10, 2025

Grants now support a wide range of efforts to document personal narratives, oral histories, endangered ways of life, and cultural expression through art, film, and museum collections. Grants, Awards, and In-Kind Support for History Projects 1. Grants to Nonprofits to Preserve Women in Films!

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Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. This article breaks the grant lifecycle into two main phases: the pre-award phase and the post-award phase. Ensure compliance.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 3, 2025

Ghostwriting is one of the most common, yet least talked about, practices in grant writing, especially for consultants. So, lets discuss three core practices that help us empower nonprofits without accidentally stealing the spotlight, or worse, ending up as the unexpected star of a grant report six months after our contract ended.

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GrantNews

APRIL 7, 2025

Grants for Women Entrepreneurs are fueling success; proving that women mean business! When it comes to securing grant funding, GrantWatch is where women-owned, grant-fueled businesses turn to power up their success. With the SMART Grant Search , women entrepreneurs can easily find verified grants that fit their goals.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? A grant is a financial contribution from an entity to support projects that align with its mission. The “funding source” or “grant maker” is the organization providing the funds. Where Does Grant Funding Come From?

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

A reserve can provide the flexibility necessary to pay for items that arent covered by restricted grants. The more dependable and regular your funding is, the less risk you have and the lower your reserves can be.

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GrantNews

MAY 5, 2025

Women who lead are transforming the business world, and as grants empower female entrepreneurs , they’re breaking barriers and redefining success across every sector. Fueling much of this momentum is access to grant funding. Get your copy of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO , by Libby Hikind.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Consultants: Your Key to Funding Success The Role of Grant Writing Consultants Grant writing consultants are crucial in helping individuals and organizations secure funding. They possess specialized knowledge of the grant application process and can navigate the complexities of various funding sources.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

MARCH 31, 2025

An efficient grant distribution process builds trust with your grantees and improves transparency across your organization. Here are five tips for streamlining how you get grant awards to your recipients. This is also where you can set up your grant distribution process for success.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 9, 2025

However, transitioning from a stay-at-home parent to working remotely as a grant writer may be worth the risk and lead to a rewarding career. It is possible to build a great grant writing career while staying home with your family. Begin Your Grant Writing Career By Volunteering Remotely Not sure where to start? Even better?

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 27, 2025

Over the last 20+ years, I have been privileged to help hundreds of organizations receive significant grant funding. Many of these grant awards have been large federal grants that advanced an organization both in its mission and its overall capacity. Securing the grant itself is, of course, an achievement.

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GrantNews

APRIL 28, 2025

Small Business Grant Opportunities are blooming this May, just un time for Spring! It time to start growing; soak up that sunshine, take action and invest in grant funding for your small business. This month, GrantWatch is spotlighting nine powerful grants available to small business owners right now. The good news?

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Candid

JANUARY 29, 2025

These include categories like grants, donations from individuals, support from companies, and earned income from services or products.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Youre applying for a grant that asks you to submit an audit report along with your proposal to demonstrate your nonprofits good financial standing. This is also a good time to hammer out the details of your contract for working together before you finalize it and make it binding.

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Blackbaud

JULY 18, 2025

Government grants are always competitive. Government grants operate differently than most other revenue streams. This guide covers the fundamentals that your finance team needs to know during every stage of the grant so you can handle it confidently from award to closeout. Check out our grant compliance checklist.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 28, 2025

Corporate giving tools to track which donors are eligible for and have requested matching gifts or volunteer grants, as well as connections to businesses that might partner with you to sponsor events or host team volunteer days. She also collaborates with other team members in various areas like sales, marketing, and product development.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

The grant writer cost in 2025 varies widely depending on experience, project type, and scope of work. Rates for simple foundation proposals typically range from $300 to $3,000, while complex federal grants may require significantly higher investments. New grant writers who have written less than three grants charge $20-$35 per hour.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Getting the right private foundation grants takes specific tools and know-how. private foundations for grants. Grant Forward lets you search through a database of more than 14,000 sponsors. million grants. million grants. The platform has a database of more than 190,000 grants from over 30,000 sponsors.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 31, 2025

The rise of contract-based jobs has opened doors for both remote and hybrid roles, especially for writers who want to make an impact on society. Grant writing stands out as one of the few freelance paths that blends purpose with independence. Skills and Tools You Need to Get Started Ever heard someone say, “Anyone can write a grant…”?

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GrantNews

JANUARY 30, 2025

Finding grant funding for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) research and support is essential for advancing understanding and improving resources for those affected. GrantWatch provides grants that support both Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Now, the other question is Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? We are agnostic to the tools that applicants use to create grant applications, one survey comment said. Is your nonprofit organization grant-ready? by Guy Mika, Candid. by Lori Guidry, Candid.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 24, 2025

Question: What’s the fastest way to get Grant Help without hiring a full-time staff member? Answer: Hire a freelance grant writer. While using in-house staff to write grant proposals has its advantages, it’s often not the most practical or affordable option. Writer Pool : Some sources have larger pools than others.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 23, 2024

You have multiple income streamsdonations, grants, service feesas well as all the ways you use the money. Imagine tracking the revenue and expenses of hundreds of programs funded by scores of grants within a dozen or so cost centers in a system like QuickBooks. The reason is simple.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Candid’s contracts and compliance manager describes how we developed guidelines for AI use—which focuses on best practices, not specific tools—to mitigate risk factors, establish operational standards and procedures, and adapt to AI’s evolution. Where can fundraisers and grant writers read more about using AI technology?

Ethics

Grant Writer Team

MAY 8, 2025

Writing a successful grant proposal is challenging, competitive, and very rewarding. Grant applications require time, strategy, and a clear understanding of what funders want. This is why you need a professional grant writer, like the those you’ll find on GrantWriterTeam.com. Why Hire a Professional Grant Writer?

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Future Fundraising Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

About the pause/cancellation/unpause of US federal loans, grants, and financial assistance programs: What a scary mess. Ripple effects from overseas cuts, broken contracts, and more is hitting hard and quickly. Maybe youve heard the expression, Were building the airplane while its flying. We may see more in other sectors.

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Grant Training Center

MARCH 31, 2025

In light of recent developments, the federal grant landscape has undergone significant changes, creating uncertainty for many researchers and institutions. This situation has understandably caused concern among grant recipients and applicants. Diversifying Your Funding Portfolio In these uncertain times, diversification is essential.

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The language needs to be very clear to (later) be granted tax-exempt status. Grants Seek out animal rescue and welfare grants and apply regularly. Adoption Agreements Draft a contract with guidelines for pet care and return policies. See our guide on nonprofit essentials, How to Start A Nonprofit 501(c)3 Org. [10

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Their hopes and struggles and agonies Get us grants and consulting fees. There’s a market for their pain, Votes and glory and money to gain. Let us celebrate the poor. Their ills, their sins, their faulty diction Flavor our songs and spice our fiction. Celebrate thugs and clowns, Give their ignorance all renown.

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Fundraising HayDay

MAY 15, 2025

Collaboration comes in so many shapes and sizes, especially when grant professionals are involved. You can sub-contract for consultants, develop a joint grant proposal, co-author journal articles, co-present workshops and webinars, and so much more.

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Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Evolution of Philanthropic Expectations: A Wake-Up Call for Nonprofits For decades, many nonprofits have operated with a reactive approach to fundraisingchasing grants, hosting emergency campaigns, and depending on one-time donations. Strategic vision beats emergency fundraising in today's competitive grant landscape.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 4, 2025

The pressure to pursue every funding opportunity can feel overwhelming, especially in today’s environment of shrinking public resources and steep competition for private grants. But here’s the truth: not all grants are worth your time. Use this checklist to evaluate grant opportunities effectively and make informed decisions.

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Candid

MARCH 18, 2025

Candids analysis of IRS Form 990 data i and Urbans results from a panel study on government grants and contracts for public charities ii reveals three common themes: 1. nonprofits rely on government grants. Urbans panel study found that two-thirds of public charities receive either government grants or contracts.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 17, 2025

Federal grant recipients, subrecipients, and contractors face shifting priorities, new executive orders, and evolving funding practices. As the current administration rolls out new policies and executive orders, nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, and other grant recipients must adapt or risk losing essential funding opportunities.

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