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How to Leverage your Grants Management System to Elevate Grantee Well-Being

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While part of that dedication is inherent to the work they do and the communities they serve, there are ways that you as a funder can use your grants management system to give them back a little timeand maybe help them take a step back from burnout. For many of those efforts, the basis is an intuitive grants management system.

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Understanding the Grant Lifecycle: Info for Nonprofits

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Proper management ensures funds are allocated efficiently and projects deliver the intended impact. Effective grant management is a continuous process requiring coordination, transparency, and a commitment to improvement at every stage. Many solutions have tools that provide valuable functionality for grant management.

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Grant Distribution Best Practices: 5 Tips for Funders

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Set a benchmark so any payments under that amount, such as $5,000, only need to be approved by the grants manager. Any payments over that amount need to be approved by the grants manager and a member of leadership. Establish tiered approvals for payments, just like you do for your expenses.

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4 Common Pitfalls in the Grant Review Process (and How to Avoid Them)

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You can also create a rotating team of reviewers with specific expertise, so research scientists are only called in to review applications for your science-related grants. An intuitive grant management system with a dedicated reviewer portal can also address many of the technology issues your reviewers might have.

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The Different Types of Grant Reviews: What Grantmakers Need to Know

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Here is a breakdown of the different types of grant reviews, who is involved, what programs they work best for, and what to keep in mind with each type. Once an application is submitted, a grants manager or administrative staff member conducts a quick review to confirm the submission is complete and accurate.

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Top Accounting Tips for Government Grants

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Build Comprehensive Tracking and Oversight Systems Effective grant management requires your finance team to continuously monitor your financial performance and compliance status. Simplify Grant Management with a Purpose-Built Fund Accounting Solution Accounting for government grants doesn’t have to overwhelm your finance team.

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Growing Federal Interest in Data Creates New Realities for Grant Reporting

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GSAs Federal Integrated Business Framework (FIBF) has identified more than 400 standard data elements for grants management alone. The GSA-managed website at [link] has established digital communities of best practices, including one for financial assistance. To learn more about digital communities, visit [link].