Blackbaud

JULY 18, 2025

Collaborate on budget development from day one: Work with your program, grant, and development teams to understand your funding gaps and opportunities to address new needs in your community that align with your mission. How Does Government Grant Accounting Differ from Other Funding Sources?

Government

Blackbaud

JUNE 20, 2025

Office of Management and Budget (OMB) revised their uniform guidance in 2024, increasing the de minimus (or standard) rate allowed for indirect costs—overhead for federal grants—from 10 to 15%. Overhead vs Indirect Costs: What’s the Difference? On the positive side, the U.S.

Indirect Cost

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Navigating Church Grant Funding Churches have long served as centers of community, spiritual growth, and social support. Traditionally, funding for these institutions has come from tithes, donations, and local fundraising efforts. This should include both direct and indirect costs, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Funding

Blackbaud

JULY 15, 2025

Administrative costs, on the other hand, are how you exist as a nonprofit. Admin costs are incurred as you direct and control the organization itself. They are also called “ overhead ” or, if you are working on a federal grant, “indirect costs.” The post What Are Admin Expenses?

Indirect Cost

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Budgets should include: Direct Costs : Expenses that can be directly attributed to the project, such as salaries, materials, and equipment. Indirect Costs : Overhead costs, such as utilities and administrative expenses. In-Kind Contributions : Donations of services or goods that may also support the project.

Grant Writing