Candid

JUNE 5, 2025

The article also points you to additional Candid resources on developing a nonprofit budget, including our free trainings: What do funders look for in grant proposal budgets? covering costs of new programs, onboarding, fundraising, plus existing costs), organize expenses by function (e.g., rent, utilities, and marketing).

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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.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Traditionally, funding for these institutions has come from tithes, donations, and local fundraising efforts. Tithes and donations, while essential, are often subject to fluctuations due to economic cycles, demographic shifts, or changes in community engagement.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Obviously, donors want as much of their donation as possible to go to your programs, to help change lives. The training. As the costs add up, you might be asking: How much of a nonprofit’s annual budget should be spent on administrative tasks and fundraising? Fundraising training. And fundraising. The print collateral.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 11, 2024

Reality: Operating costs, such as paying utility bills, rent, salaries, and investing in office equipment are referred to by a variety of names, including “overhead,” “administrative costs,” and “indirect costs.” Myth: Nonprofits get most of their funding from foundations.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 21, 2025

As a nonprofit professional, youre likely all too familiar with overhead costs. Many organizations struggle with how to cover these expenses, how much to allocate to overhead, and how to explain to stakeholders that not all donations will go directly toward their mission. To begin, lets break down exactly what overhead costs are.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

Competition for Funding: As more organizations vie for limited grants and donations, the competition intensifies, pushing nonprofits to differentiate themselves and prove their impact more convincingly than ever. Components: Revenue Sources: Includes diverse income streams such as donations, grants, membership fees, and earned income.

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