The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

Category: Government Funding Program Planning and Design Proposal Writing and Grantseeking Political changes can lead to changes in laws, policies, and rules. In the first few months of 2025, many federal grants and contracts have been terminated. Thousands of federal employees have been fired. If so, for how long?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

How a Grant Consultant Can Amplify the Impact of Your Fundraising Team Many different staff positions fulfill fundraising duties. 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.

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ProposalPRO

JUNE 30, 2021

As with anything in the government grants space, it is complicated. There is evidence that government grants are not distributed equitably. 2011 ), that Black scientists are only half as likely as White scientists to win NIH R01 research grants, one of the agency’s most common research project grants. Let me explain.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 29, 2025

Have you heard of the 3 Cs formula for grant writing success? It’s a proven strategy for winning over grant reviewers. Crafting a grant application can feel overwhelming, but success comes from presenting a compelling and straightforward argument. So, what are the 3 Cs of grant writing? 3 Cs Formula for Success 1.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Grant Writing Consultants Boost Your Fundraising Team’s Impact Many different staff positions fulfill fundraising duties. 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. Let’s talk!

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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. Even locating the expectations for the proposal narrative within the sea of eligibility criteria and requirements felt overwhelming.

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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?

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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. Their rates go up as they gain experience.

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ProposalPRO

OCTOBER 30, 2021

In the grants space, federal law requires that the public be made aware of proposed (i.e., Agencies will publish a notice in the Federal Register and call for public comments within a set period, usually lasting 30-60 days. For example, Costa et al (2019) conducted an in-depth analysis of comments on a major proposed U.S.

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GrantNews

JUNE 5, 2025

Grants are often seen as a golden opportunity – “free money” for individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits (with the average grant size varying greatly depending on the type of organization and the source of funding). But while the appeal is clear, the actual odds of securing a grant can be far less so.

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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.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding the basics of grant writing is crucial for non-profit organizations, business owners, and students seeking financial support. This section outlines essential aspects of grants to help individuals navigate the grant landscape effectively.

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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.

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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. Fundraising mistake #2.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 21, 2025

In grant writing, we understand the importance of the 5 Ws: Who, What, When, Where, and Why. 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. Compassionate grant writing even has the power to inspire.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 23, 2024

We love helping our clients win grants! When one of our clients attains a top-level grant after a highly competitive process, we celebrate! (My Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) was recently awarded a $2 million Youth Homelessness System Improvement (YHSI) Grant from the U.S. million in total. The kicker? Focus on impact.

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Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Understanding Grants for Seniors Senior grants play a crucial role in providing financial assistance to organizations and agencies working towards improving the lives of senior citizens. Importance of Financial Assistance for Seniors Grants for seniors programs are essential in ensuring the well-being and fulfillment of older adults.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

The National Endowment for the Arts (or “NEA”, for short) is the Federal funding agency for arts and culture organizations in the United States. They have several grant opportunities each year and most arts nonprofits usually want a piece of that pie. First up, a disclaimer: Some of you reading this are not ready for NEA grants.

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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.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 15, 2025

You found a grant and written your proposal! And the question everyone wants to know is, how long does it take for your grant to be approved? Since each funding source is different, the time from grant application submission until notification will vary. New grants become available each day. You’re finished.

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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.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Understanding the Power of Local Grant Money Local grant money serves as a vital resource for non-profit organizations striving to enhance their community impact. Local grants provide critical funding that can address these gaps.

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 1, 2021

If you’re won a federal grant, you know you owe your good fortune to the independent grant reviewers who highly rated your proposal. Reviewers also have issues with the process, including “reviewer fatigue” from having too many proposals to review and too little time in which to do it (Bendiscioli, 2019).

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ProposalPRO

MAY 1, 2022

Grant writers – have you ever seen language like this in a NOFO, issued under a heading that reads: Waiver of Proposed Rulemaking? This is the first grant competition for this program, and therefore qualifies for this exemption. institute a federal advisory board of nonprofit leaders. How Does This Impact Grant Writers?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 13, 2023

For the second time in three years , Millionaire Grant Lady has won a $1.5 million grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration ( SAMHSA ) to help a Texas-based organization respond to the opioid crisis. Federal grants are also the most competitive, complex, and difficult to receive.

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Grants.gov

MARCH 27, 2019

In this space, we have previously shared tips about the pre-writing phase of completing a federal grant application – for example, the importance of reading (and re-reading) the grant announcement, and the importance of understanding the criteria by which your application will be evaluated.

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Sharpshooter Communications

AUGUST 7, 2023

Are Federal Grants About to Get Easier? In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the complexity and inefficiency of US federal grant programs. To address these issues and optimize the distribution of funds to deserving recipients, lawmakers have proposed the Streamlining Federal Grants Act.

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ProposalPRO

JANUARY 31, 2022

If you’re writing a federal grant, plenty. But your federal grant program officers and reviewers don’t want to see them in your grant proposal. From the agency’s perspective, a link threatens the integrity of the grant reviewing process. What’s a hyperlink? Here are 4 reasons why. #1. Sign up here.

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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. One of the main reasons I am passionate about attending the 2025 Grant Summit is the unparalleled access to knowledge and resources it provides.

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Ive been writing grant proposals since dinosaurs walked the earth and have seen various attempts to reform the federal grant-making process. Congress passed the Grants Transparency Act of 2023 (H.R. Furthermore, the memo also describes the changes made to Uniform Grant Guidance.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 21, 2024

It’s not too late, apply for 2024 government grants before it’s too late! For instance, government grants come from federal, state, and local governments. With so many grants waiting to fund good causes, there’s no time to waste. GrantWatch has the scoop on some important facts you need to know!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For a long time, I struggled with my work as a grant professional. I loved tackling a challenging federal grant proposal. Managing federal grants was my jam – I loved putting my organizational skills to work and totally geeked out about a well-put-together 3-ring binder. Don’t get me wrong.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Nonprofit program design is a vital component to winning grants. Both foundation and government funders read a ton of grant applications. You can’t wrap up a half-baked cookie as a good gift, and you can’t wrap up a half-baked program as a fundable grant. The original proposed design was in person and phone call interventions.

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GrantNews

APRIL 17, 2024

There are so many 2024 government grants available today! For instance, government grants come from the federal, state, and local governments. With so many grants waiting to fund good causes, there’s no time to waste. However, navigating the vast field of grants can be daunting, particularly for newcomers.

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Grants.gov

MAY 8, 2019

Let’s say that your organization is applying for a federal grant that will support a wildlife reserve restoration project. Now, you and your writing team need to outline the impact that your proposed project will have on the wildlife reserve. Tip: Think like a reviewer when you are discussing the impact of your proposed project.

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 31, 2021

Asymmetric information can be a disadvantage, especially for nonprofit organizations that are new to the world of government grants. Or an advantage to experienced proposers. So how does asymmetric information work in the government grants space? Experienced proposers do. That’s why experienced proposers win.

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 28, 2023

I don’t mean to infer that reading grants is boring, and I’m not promoting performance-enhancing drugs. I’ve written grants, primarily federal grants, for more than 30 years, but my love is creative writing. Some might see creative writing as antithetical to federal grant writing. In a federal grant?

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