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The Ethical Dilemma of Data Misrepresentation in Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

Consider formal coursework, webinars, or certification programs in data management, or books such as David Herzogs Data Literacy: A User's Guide or Data Literacy Fundamentals by Ben Jones. GPA occasionally offers webinars and sessions at GrantSummit on ethical data use and interpretation.

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Tips for using AI technology to do good—safely and ethically 

Candid

As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly widely available, the need to ensure they’re used safely and ethically also becomes ever more urgent. These articles explore the ethical considerations AI technology raises for the sector and ways to address them. Here are some articles to help you get started.

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How to Improve Your Internal Controls to Minimize Audit Findings

Blackbaud

Financial Accountability: Donors, grantors, and the public trust nonprofits to manage their finances responsibly. Strong internal controls promote financial transparency and accountability, demonstrating that funds are being used ethically and effectively. Examples include backup procedures, disciplinary action, and insurance.

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People Want to Know if They Can Trust Your Nonprofit and You

Clairification

They also need to trust the organization to act ethically and effectively if theyre to believe parting with their hard-earned money is a good decision. Their wounds and fears; hopes and dreams; weaknesses and potential and everything you promise to do to fulfill on your mission. Trust is why they affiliate with you.

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How to use AI in Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

AI can automate labor-intensive tasks and improve the quality of grant proposals, but ethical considerations are critical to maintaining trust and credibility in highly regulated sectors. However, organizations in regulated industries must tread carefully, ensuring AI use adheres to strict ethical and legal standards.

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Who for the Win! The Ripple Effect of Compassionate Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

As we navigate this new era, keeping Who at the heart of our work is no longer just a best practice - its our ethical responsibility. Danny Blitch, MPA, GPC , from Woodstock, Georgia, is the Managing Consultant of Federal Grants at Alloy Fundraising in Atlanta.

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Five Internal Controls for the Very Small Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

The management team members must all use time sheets themselves, get approval for travel expenses, have their credit cards scrutinized. Emphasize the importance of ethics and controls at staff meetings, and demonstrate that everyone follows the rules, all the time.