Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Now, the other question is Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? nonprofit sector demographics by Kyoko Uchida, Candid. Based on data from 59,550 public charities that shared demographic data between July 2019 and January 2024, Candids report The state of diversity in the U.S. by Guy Mika, Candid.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Some may prioritize education, health, the arts, or community development, while others may target specific demographic groups or geographic areas. Funders often require detailed proposals outlining the project’s goals, timeline, and expected outcomes. Different foundations may have varying focuses.

Funding

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

Elevate your proposals using refreshed templates, updated data insights, and a stronger commitment to equity, ensuring your applications stand out in a crowded grant space. Audit your wins and misses Look at which grant proposals were funded, which were declined, and why. Were the successful ones better aligned with funder priorities?

Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 7, 2025

With public funding in flux, private foundations shifting priorities, and technology changing how proposals are crafted and reviewed, nonprofits need way more than strong writing to stay competitive. Make your proposals clear, structured, and scannable to meet the needs of AI-assisted funder review processes. Verify everything.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2025

For instance, research-focused grants often benefit from reviewers who understand the complexities of proposed studies, while community programs can engage past grantees to offer informed feedback. This approach is particularly effective for programs requiring deep technical knowledge or community-driven perspectives.

Grants

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.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JULY 16, 2025

Predictive modeling combines wealth with socio-economic, demographic, behavioral, lifestyle, and past giving data to give you a fuller picture of your potential donors. Solicit : Streamline the solicitation process with features like AI-driven suggested ask amounts, optimized online giving forms, and powerful proposal tracking.

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Candid

JANUARY 21, 2025

According to a Candid survey , 23% of grantmakers say they dont accept AI-generated grant proposals. Demographic and geographic data should guide efforts to ensure historically marginalized communities have equitable access to AI resources. In addition, concerns about authenticity and trust can present obstacles to AI adoption.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

Learn how to create compelling proposals, effectively present your schools needs, and build lasting partnerships to support your students success. Below, you will find step-by-step guidance on creating a sponsorship proposal, presenting your cause effectively, and maintaining relationships that benefit your school over the longterm.

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Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Many scholarships are available for specific demographics, career goals, or fields of study, so adult learners should consider their unique circumstances and interests when searching for funding options. Many scholarships, such as the Imagine America Scholarship, are designed specifically for adult learners.

Education

Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

Generative AI : Creates new content based on learned patterns using large language models; it is useful for creating summaries, engagement histories, or proposal drafts. It is also helpful for developing a narrative explaining a data trend, such as, Why is engagement spiking?

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GrantNews

APRIL 18, 2025

This usually involves the use of demographic data and/or Donor Management software. Proposals will address community needs: (STEM) education in local schools, vocational and life skills training for people with disabilities, capital campaign support for social services, and advocate programs on behalf of abused and neglected children.

Nonprofit

Candid

MARCH 25, 2025

For example, the demographics section will now include veteran status, and organizations can use video to show potential donors their work in action. More robust storytelling with Candid profiles We want to make it easier for organizations to tell their stories, so the sector can better understand who they are and what they do.

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Allied Grant Writers

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This demographic shift creates a significant need for senior care services. For example, expert grant writing services can assist in creating tailored proposals that align with grant requirements. Write a Compelling Grant Proposal Your grant proposal should clearly explain why your business deserves funding.

Grants

Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

As more funders seek to use demographic data to inform their grantmaking decision-making, 125 partners have now joined the Demographics via Candid movement. The process and timing of asking nonprofits for demographic data matters. The process and timing of asking nonprofits for demographic data matters.

Demographics

Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Writing a proposal for a project grant can feel like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be a bewildering endeavor. In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 2, 2024

Fortunately, at Census.gov, Narrative Profiles offer a terrific way to get critical demographic data for almost any geographic zone or community in just minutes, no database or spreadsheet expertise required! Fortunately, obtaining demographic data with Narrative Profiles is simple, effortless, and intuitive. What Is It?

Demographics

Candid

JUNE 24, 2024

Funders are increasingly using demographic data about the staff and leadership of the nonprofits they support to assess their impact and reach. The course provides an opportunity to learn from case studies, including the kinds of questions The California Endowment, a Demographics via Candid partner, is using the data to answer.

Demographics

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

Common questions in a grant proposal ask about the demographics of the people you serve, how many people you serve, or the impact of your programs. Foundation proposal reviewers are not daily employees of your organization, nor do they want to be (usually anyway!). All of these questions indicate a need for data.

Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Several applicants clearly needed funding based on their location or demographic data. Internal reviews offer: Fresh perspectives: Outside eyes catch what we miss When staring at a proposal for hours, days, or weeks, it's easy to miss things. Millions of dollars were at stake, so a careful, balanced review process was critical.

Proposal

Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 23, 2024

If the grant’s request for proposals outlines specific actions that are necessary if the grant is awarded and you are already completing all or most of them in the course of executing your mission — you’ve found an ideal match.

Grants

PKS Grants & Accounting Solutions

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Data, Data, Data: Ten Tips for Great Grant Proposals Sir Arthur Conan Doyle said, “Data! Most grant professionals I know love the act and art of telling a good story in a grant proposal. Census Bureau QuickFacts and various other Census resources to paint a demographic picture of your target population. “A

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Grant Training Center

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In the world of grant writing, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential components for successful and impactful grant proposals. To craft a compelling grant proposal that aligns with these principles, consider the following strategies: 1. Many foundations and government agencies have specific guidelines related to DEI.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

On February 14, Candid launched Demographics via Candid, a campaign through which we partner with organizations across the social sector to encourage demographic data sharing. The government’s recent proposal for updating the 1997 standards – open for public comment until April 12, 2023! What’s changed?

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 20, 2024

We’ve seen this component of grants best practice adopted by our clients with excellent results, with one client in particular receiving annual invitations direct from the funder to submit a funding proposal year on year. We map out the steps they took—and continue to follow—to secure consistent funding, year on year, with the same funder.

Funding

Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Introduction to Proposal Writing. This course provides a step-by-step overview of how to write a project proposal by breaking down its basic elements and offers guidance on how to follow up with funders, regardless of their response to your proposal. Creating a Sound Proposal Budget.

Training

Qgiv

MARCH 6, 2023

How to pursue prospective sponsors When asking for donations from companies, it’s imperative to approach them with a proposal rather than an appeal. Put together a prospective attendees list and know the demographics of those who will be in attendance. Is there any overlap between your attendees and the sponsor’s target demographic?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Candid also encourages nonprofits to report the demographic makeup of their board, leadership, and staff so you can better understand where the organization lands in terms of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). . These include cover letters, proposals, letters of inquiry, budgets, and more. . Candid Learning .

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

As we experience an ongoing shift toward equity-centered grantmaking, some foundations are seeking demographic data on their grantees and nonprofit communities to track, measure, and make informed decisions about the diversity within their grantmaking portfolios. Or will the biased side of generative AI become more dominant?

Demographics

Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

Candid uses machine learning to automatically tag new grants, request for proposals (RFPs), and mission statements to our Philanthropy Classification System (PCS) taxonomy—or our way of organizing and enriching data to make it usable. Generating first drafts of grant proposals. Here’s a sneak peek into what awaits.

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Candid

JULY 15, 2024

Early evidence suggests that many funders have stayed the course, especially in the areas of grant reporting requirements, funding restrictions, and proposal processes. Since the COF pledge, the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) has been monitoring whether funders have maintained these commitments to reduce grantee burden.

Proposal

Blackbaud

JANUARY 26, 2024

Identify potential corporate partners Before you jump into making a sponsorship proposal, you need to find the perfect corporate partner for your organization! You can then set up a meeting with your prospective partner to discuss their values, audience demographic, and whether they’re a good fit for your organization (and vice versa).

Pass-Through

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 7, 2023

This tool enables you to incorporate credible, relevant research into your grant writing, significantly improving the quality of your problem statements and the overall grant proposal. that provide that service for your demographic.]” that provide that service for your demographic.]”

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This section outlines the crucial steps involved in researching, applying for, and writing effective grant proposals. Tips for Writing a Strong Grant Proposal Writing a strong grant proposal is essential for increasing the chances of funding. Using templates can help maintain structure and clarity in the proposal.

Grants

Just Write Grants

MARCH 14, 2023

Here are some helpful tips to get you started: Review Relevant Data: Review any relevant available data, such as program statistics or demographic information. For example, if your data shows that your program is not reaching a specific demographic, you may want to set an objective to increase outreach efforts to that group.

Grant Writing

GiveSmart

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Some sample segments your organization should consider include: Donation frequency Donation amount Event or campaign involvement Recurring donor status Generation ZIP Code Demographics Segmentation allows you to better target donors and personally tailor messages based on their preferences, previous actions, and more.

Retainer

Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

Rodriguez, the generous donor of this item, proposed to his now wife on this same cruise two decades ago. Tips on how to write compelling auction item descriptions: 1. Or, let’s say you’re auctioning off an all-expenses-paid cruise trip to the Mediterranean for two for your Valentine’s Day-themed auction. You might say something like, “Mr.

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