Grant Writer Team

JULY 24, 2025

Some sources only utilize experienced writers with extensive, proven track records. Additionally, some negotiate each contract separately, while others charge by the word. Be clear on the type of pricing contract you have in place before you start. Experience Level : What is the writer’s experience level?

Grant

Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

Utilizing SocialMedia Platforms like Facebook, Instagram , LinkedIn, and Twitter provide easy ways to showcase your fundraising progress and publicly thank sponsors. Leveraging Online Platforms and SocialMedia Digital channels are powerful tools for reaching potential sponsors, promoting your fundraiser, and informing the community.

Fundraising

Blue Avocado

APRIL 1, 2025

For example, utilizing a 1099 contractor relationship with individual community members requires some technical assistance to implement for the individuals, so foundations working with community members need to be aware that not every person with lived expertise in your issue area knows how to send an invoice or register their business properly.

Ethics

The Fundraising Coach

MAY 30, 2025

Charitable gift annuities (CGAs): CGAs are contracts between a donor and a nonprofit. Utilize this tool to identify prospects and craft direct appeals that will resonate with them. The donor makes a gift of cash or property, and in exchange, they receive a fixed lifetime income stream.

CRM

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

“We had Amendment Four on the ballot [the November election proposal to codify abortion access into law], and if you’re an organization that deals with women’s reproductive health in Florida, it would be a missed opportunity to not utilize GivingTuesday to get more capital for your organization to continue to do that work,” Perwaiz said.

Pass-Through

Wild Apricot

JULY 23, 2025

Utilize these templates and modify them for your organization’s events. Who knows, maybe as a club, you’re executing a benefit concert and can utilize the template we put under Charities. Event Budget Templates for Nonprofits Some of the most frequent events we see nonprofits execute are fundraisers and workshops.

Template

GrantNews

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Considering that most nonprofits seeking grant funding have limited budgets, it is vital to their fundraising goals to ensure that they are utilizing their resources as efficiently as possible to ensure their best possible chances of success. Below is a sample list of grants and contracts currently offering an RFP.

LOI

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

These are bills that you pay monthly, such as salaries, rent, utilities, landscaping, pest control, or accounting fees. 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.

Budget

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

There was a time when you had to find one single solution that hopefully met the majority of your needs and priorities, which often meant you were stuck in a binding contract for years. You can better keep up with changes in this fast-paced industry by utilizing partners. Why not let the experts handle it? Reach a Wider Audience.

Funding

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Be wise; vet your grant writer extensively and have a written contract. Furthermore, utilize this opportunity to promote your organization on social media by announcing your grant award. Once you have found a suitable grant writer, you are free to work with them directly. After Winning a Grant Genuinely thank your funder.

Grant Management

RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

To increase the accessibility, equity, flexibility, and utility of Federal funding and support programs for Tribal Nations, Federal agencies are directed to support these entities further. Tribal Government Inclusion (OMB Memo M-24-11) : Many Tribal government entities are removed from the Federal grant application process.

UEI

Blackbaud

MAY 6, 2024

Work with the heads of each department to analyze expense history, review contracts for any automatic expense increases, and evaluate the strategic plan for any additional expenses to include. Review Expenses Independently Budgeting by department helps break down the budget into manageable pieces.

Budget

Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 9, 2024

To utilize state grant funding, the organization was supposed to own a piece of equipment outright to be compliant. Author Bio: Deana Guido, PhD serves at the Grant Researcher and Contract Administrator at Bladen Community College (NC). Here are two scenarios for your consideration: 1.

Ethics

Blackbaud

MARCH 6, 2024

You just signed a multi-year contract for a new student information and learning management system (SIS/LMS) that does everything you want it to do. This is a story about acknowledging how there isn’t one piece of software that can solve all your problems, which is why the extensibility of your systems is so important.

Calendar

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. Often, this leads to large audit adjustments, budget vs actual reporting difficulties, and other funding challenges.

Finance

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). But the complexity of M&G continues!

Contract

Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 28, 2024

For business owners seeking government contracts, selecting a NAICS code aids in marketing your services. Moreover, the SOC and NAICS systems can help agencies report compliance with regulations such as equal employment opportunity, wage classifications, or utilization of minority business enterprises.

GPCI

Tech Soup

JANUARY 10, 2013

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. offers tips specifically aimed at nonprofits looking to utilize infographics. Community Organizer 2.0

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GrantNews

MAY 8, 2024

This will include money for payroll, benefits, payroll taxes and contract employees. These costs include rent/mortgage, utilities, office supplies and technology, as well as any regular maintenance that you need. Most nonprofits set aside a percentage of their annual budget to go toward staffing.

Insurance

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 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). But the complexity of M&G continues!

Application

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. This also helps to ensure that those you contract to do work for you always provide you with the best possible service. Commercial MSPs are in business to make money.

Management

GrantNews

JANUARY 17, 2024

Operational Expenses: Grants may be used to cover general operational expenses such as rent, utilities, salaries, and administrative costs. Contracts for services to nonprofits to address the housing needs of vulnerable residents. This includes things like educational programs, health services, and community development initiatives.

Grant

GiveSmart

JULY 30, 2024

Having the right fundraising software allows your nonprofit to provide a seamless donor experience, utilize top-performing features and best practices, and manage your data like never before. Clear reports on how donations are utilized build trust, and recognizing donor milestones shows appreciation. Did you know?

Software

GrantNews

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Grant funds may be used for housing, utilities, food, burials, rent and mortgage payments, and other critical needs. Lastly, contracts for services to nonprofits to develop permanent supportive rental housing for low-income people with disabilities. Assistance is available to residents of El Paso County.

Letter Of Inquiry

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 20, 2023

Miscellaneous revenue (interest income, etc.)

Budget

Grant Writer Team

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Sample grant from GrantWatch , a reputable grant database: Minority-Owned Businesses in the Restaurant Industry – Grants to Illinois minority-owned for-profit food establishments for working capital including payroll, rent, insurance, utilities, taxes, operations, and contractors.

Funding

Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Contract Services: Expenses related to payments for services provided by contractors who are not on the regular payroll. This may include rent, utilities, repairs, and maintenance. 401(k) contributions, payroll taxes, paid time off, workers’ compensation, etc.).

Professional Services

Grant Consulting Services

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If the categories of service that you will utilize have not changed, then file the easy, peasy Form 486. Since the Erate window opens months before the next school year, a lot can change between the planning phase and the actual needs of the students when the new school year starts.

Application

GiveSmart

AUGUST 23, 2024

Get a p air of pants you can dress up or a more casual, jogger pair to keep up with your day — from loading to driving a golf cart or Gator Utility Vehicle to setting up. 8. Contract with a fundraising s oftware that supports all your needs. Do yourself a favor and embrace an elastic waistband.

Nonprofit

Assel Grant Services

MARCH 18, 2024

United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development, Rural Utilities Services Attention organizations and communities interested in providing distance learning or telemedicine services to rural areas! What is the program goal?

USDA

Qgiv

MAY 15, 2023

For example, if your campaign lasts two months, include the monthly prices for any fundraising platforms or CRMs your organization utilizes. Your fundraising event budget template is a flexible document, and until vendor contracts are locked in, you should continue to modify your budget to suit your organization’s needs.

Template

Grant Geek

DECEMBER 29, 2021

We offer free registration setup with our contracted services. . This task can be challenging and daunting for nonprofits, but it can be made easy by utilizing Resource Associates’ Partnership Development services. Do not wait until you find a grant you desire before checking to see if everything is up to date or start the process.

Grant

GiveSmart

MARCH 6, 2024

This was truly an “all hands on deck” effort, and we leaned on the Board, our entire staff, volunteers, families who have utilized our services, and event sponsors and donors to help us pull it all together. Utilizing clear categories so donors can find what they are most interested in. 2. What was the most rewarding part?

Fundraising

Peak Proposals

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Without unrestricted sources of funding, you cannot cover your executive director’s salary, the salaries of your administrative staff (which includes grant writers), or ongoing costs like rent and utilities for your office. Second, your organization will need discretionary (i.e., Conclusion Should you diversify your revenue?

Nonprofit

Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

USG Agency Websites For grant opportunities (as opposed to contract opportunities, which you can find on beta.SAM.gov) , grants.gov is the preferred search tool if you want to go to one site to look at opportunities across the federal system. Overhead covers general operating expenses like rent, utilities, and administrative expenses.

Funding

Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Be sure you understand expectations while going through the contract process. It’s always a good idea to have pre-event meetings with vendors to go through expectations and complete a formal contract. Your in-kind contracts will most likely not need to be as robust. Consider digital programs and utilizing QR codes.

Contract

Center for Major Gifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Charitable Gift Annuities A charitable gift annuity is a contract between a donor and a charity. The donor makes a gift to the charity, and the donor or a loved one of their choosing receives fixed payments for life. After the donor’s death, the remaining funds go to the charity.

Pass-Through