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When nonprofit strategic planning goes wrong 

Candid

The strategic planning process is a rare chance for a nonprofit’s leaders to step back and look at their organization and its activities as a whole—to understand what success looks like and to allocate time, talent, and dollars to the activities that can help achieve it. Even the most ambitious strategic plan must also be feasible.

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In a new era for the nonprofit ecosystem, collaboration is key to survival

Candid

Funders prioritize short-term metrics over long-term systemic change. And overhead costs—things like leadership development, data infrastructure, and strategic planning—are often considered an expense rather than an investment. Because the challenges we face—poverty, housing, health care, and education—are interconnected.

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Mastering SMART Objectives in Grant Writing Is … Wise

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Use metrics, data, or benchmarks. For example, instead of drafting a vague objective like “Improve clients’ educational results,” a SMART objective might be: “Increase clients’ assessment scores to a 90% average by the end of this fiscal year.” Measurable: Define how you will measure success.

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Sprouts Foundation to Award $3M in Grants to Nonprofits Focused on Health and Wellness

NonProfit PRO

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Grants for Church: A Comprehensive Guide to Securing Funding for Ministry and Community Outreach

Allied Grant Writers

However, with increasing demands on church budgetsranging from facility renovations and educational programs to humanitarian initiatives and technology upgradesmany churches are turning to grants as an innovative means to supplement their income streams.

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Understanding the Differences: Capital, Program, and Operating Grants for Nonprofits

Just Write Grants

Special Projects : Grants for time-limited projects, such as a new educational initiative or a public awareness campaign. Performance Metrics : Funders often require detailed reports on the program’s progress and impact. Program Expansion : Support to scale existing programs to reach more beneficiaries or enhance their effectiveness.

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How to Secure Corporate Grants: Strategies for Nonprofits

Just Write Grants

Align Your Mission with the Companys Goals Companies are more likely to fund nonprofits whose missions align with their values and strategic objectives. For example, a technology company may be interested in supporting STEM education programs, while a grocery retailer may focus on food security initiatives.

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