GrantNews

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, making grants more accessible by utilizing an online application process. Grants provide vital funding to programs that support things like medical research, feeding the hungry, and housing for underserved communities. Because of this, grants are a vital element to our society.

Policy

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Here are eight practical, sanity-saving strategies that seasoned grant pros are using to stay sharp, stay sane, and keep delivering resultswithout burning out. Treat Recovery Time Like Its Sacred You just submitted a 75-page federal grant with 12 attachments and six letters of support. What do you not do next? And diversify.

Grants

Clairification

APRIL 21, 2025

nonprofits who, on average, receive about a third of their total funding from Federal grants. Shifting politics are creating economic uncertainty for all, and its especially scary for U.S. This means nonprofits today need toshift emphasis (and budget) toward individual donor engagement strategies.

Federal Grants

Candid

JULY 21, 2025

In recent articles, we’ve discussed foundation grants and corporate support as potential avenues to explore for organizations affected by federal funding cuts. While these funding streams can help fill some of the gaps, they’re only a partial remedy for a sector that has been heavily reliant on government support.

Funding

GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2024

What are your chances of winning a grant? On average, sources estimate that 1 in 7 applications are approved for funding. So how can you increase your chances of winning a grant? Private foundations continue to be the most likely funding sources for most respondents. GrantWatch is here to help!

Grants

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? A grant is a financial contribution from an entity to support projects that align with its mission. The “funding source” or “grant maker” is the organization providing the funds. Where Does Grant Funding Come From?

Funding

Candid

JUNE 17, 2025

This year is proving to be a deeply challenging time for nearly all nonprofits, and the situation is particularly urgent for organizations that abruptly lost their federal funding. With a vital funding stream unexpectedly taken away, many nonprofits hope to pivot to seeking foundation grants.

Grants

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 28, 2025

In the nonprofit world, federal grants often serve as a critical lifeline for funding essential programs and services. If your nonprofit is navigating a pause in federal grants, here are practical steps to mitigate challenges and continue delivering impact.

Federal Grants

Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 23, 2024

Nonprofit Grant Strategy: Match Your Mission Effective searches for funding sources are the first step to success. To find the best fit, sometimes it can be beneficial to hire a grant consultant to identify opportunities and suggest funding requests. Ready to Pursue Grant Funding? Conclusion.

Grants

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

Federal Grants

Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 8, 2025

Before taking GPAs Next Level Federal Grants Training (NLFGT) course, my approach to federal grants could best be described as the sink or swim method. NLFGT is a year-long training course taught by the federal grant whisperer Cheryl Kester that is designed for both experienced and newbie grants professionals.

Federal Grants

GrantNews

JANUARY 13, 2025

Government grants support initiatives that stimulate the economy, provide essential goods and goods and services to underserved communities, and fund projects that align with their missions. With so many grants available to support meaningful causes, now is the time to explore new opportunities.

Government

Clairification

MARCH 3, 2025

For example, if you give out loans and grants, but dont modify your website messaging, will constituents believe your program is still robust given recent federal grant cutbacks? ‘Business as usual’ is not where our heads are at.

Federal Grants

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

In an ever-evolving social and economic landscape, churches and religious organizations increasingly seek alternative funding sources, such as church grants, to sustain operations, expand ministry services, and engage in community outreach. Generally, grants for churches fall into several broad categories: 1.

Funding

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Its two weeks before a federal grant deadline , and you just learned about the opportunity and that you are eligible to apply for grant funding. This federal opportunity is nice, but you just cant tackle it right now. Before you know it, its been months since anyone has applied for any funding.

Grant Writing

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Alex Dunn, CFRE, is a grant consultant who founded the company Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates to help busy nonprofits save time and money while maximizing their grant funding. Unlike a new grant writer that takes time to hire and train, Alex and her team are ready to step in to support your fundraising team today.

Consulting

Capital Campaign Pro

APRIL 21, 2025

With Congress slow to finalize agency budgets, federal grants that organizations have relied on for years are frozen in place. Others have quietly vanished from grant calendars. Some have been delayed. These disruptions are creating sudden and sizable budget holes.

Grant Calendar

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 21, 2025

In grant writing, we understand the importance of the 5 Ws: Who, What, When, Where, and Why. However, in todays funding landscape, the most important W - Who - is often overlooked. As grant professionals, we have a responsibility to keep Who at the center of every proposal we write because they are the very reason grants even exist.

Grant Writing

Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Foundations: Relying on experienced, proven grant writers to research and write proposals. Government agencies: Using experts to review the federal grant register and target new grant opportunities. If we don’t follow through on our rhetoric, we will fail to sustain the trust critical to securing more funding.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

MAY 2, 2025

With tens of thousands of layoffs coming from federal government roles, demand may come from places and people who havent needed this level of support before. Many nonprofits are feeling the strain from a pause in federal grant funding and are working to shift their programs to align with the changes in government priorities.

Government

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Alex Dunn, CFRE , is a grant consultant who founded the company Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates to help busy nonprofits save time and money while maximizing their grant funding. But maybe your team does not have any federal grant experience.

Consulting

Fluxx

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Federal grant management involves its own myriad of challenges. Foremost among them is the appropriate selection of grant management software, or GMS, which would minimize burdens for agencies supervising such funds and ensuring compliance, making the processes less cumbersome and more able to realize their impact.

Grant Management Software

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants A grant is a financial award provided by government agencies, foundations, or other organizations to support specific projects or initiatives. Unlike loans, grants do not require repayment, making them a valuable resource for those looking to fund various ventures.

Grant Writing

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

As grant professionals, we must stay vigilant about changes in the federal grant landscape. Even if your organization doesn’t manage federal funds directly, these insights inform the best practices that can protect your reputation and funding streams. Are you and your team in it to win it?

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

The grant writer cost in 2025 varies widely depending on experience, project type, and scope of work. Rates for simple foundation proposals typically range from $300 to $3,000, while complex federal grants may require significantly higher investments. Professionals with 10+ successful grants start at $75 and can ask up to $125.

Grants

Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 27, 2025

Over the last 20+ years, I have been privileged to help hundreds of organizations receive significant grant funding. Many of these grant awards have been large federal grants that advanced an organization both in its mission and its overall capacity. Securing the grant itself is, of course, an achievement.

Award

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Understanding its significance can equip organizations with the necessary knowledge to secure funding and effectively empower their causes. Importance of Local Grant Money for Non-Profit Organizations Non-profit organizations often face financial constraints that hamper their ability to deliver services or projects.

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding the essential aspects of grant writing is critical for success in securing funding. This section explores the purpose of grants, the importance of grant writing for organizations, and the impact that grants can have on students.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

JUNE 23, 2025

Be sure to explore these options early and apply while funding is still available! The right grant could be the game-changer your business has been waiting for. Federal Government Grants for Businesses : What are they? Federal grants often fund broad initiatives, helping businesses compete on a national or global scale.

Government

Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Understanding the importance of grants for seniors and the types of programs they support is essential for addressing the unique needs and challenges older adults face. Funding these critical services and grants helps ensure that older adults receive the care and resources they need to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

Grants

Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This is especially important now because of the current chaos of eliminating (and then not eliminating, at least for now) federal grant funding. This guest post by John Killoran covers a variety of revenue sources to help you diversify your funding. We also saw disruption five years ago when the COVID-19 pandemic started.

Nonprofit

Blackbaud

MARCH 17, 2025

nonprofits, schools, higher education institutions, and healthcare organizations are currently navigating change or uncertainty related to federal funding. Federal Funding Landscape first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

Funding

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

Federal Grants

Fluxx

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Selecting the right grant management system (GMS) is a critical decision for any government agency. With over $700 billion in federal grants awarded annually according to performance.gov, ensuring the effective management of these funds is paramount. A robust system can ensure transparency, efficiency, and compliance.

Grant Management

Blackbaud

JULY 18, 2025

But with fewer opportunities coming from federal and state programs, your organization needs to have all your financial ducks in a row if you want to earn—and keep—government funding. Government grants operate differently than most other revenue streams. Check out our grant compliance checklist.

Government

Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 3, 2025

The world of grants is constantly evolving, reflecting changes in government policies, funding opportunities, and emerging trends in nonprofit management as well as in the societies we serve. Now more than ever, we must work together to traverse this government funding landscape and learn how best to assist our organizations.

GPCI

Just Write Grants

JUNE 5, 2025

With federal grant funding shrinking and competition rising, now is the time for nonprofits to diversify revenue streams. Learn why building relationships with private and corporate funders is essential for long-term sustainability.

Federal Grants