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Navigate the Grant Landscape: Key Basics of Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

Types of Grants Available Grants can be categorized into various types based on their purpose and funding sources. Below is a breakdown of the most common types of grants: Type of Grant Description Federal Grants Funded by the federal government for specific projects or programs.

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Top Accounting Tips for Government Grants

Blackbaud

Collaborate on budget development from day one: Work with your program, grant, and development teams to understand your funding gaps and opportunities to address new needs in your community that align with your mission. What are the key federal grant compliance accounting requirements?

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Yes, the GrantSummit is Still Relevant to Me, a Grant Professional of over 20 Years!

Grant Professionals Association

The professional development I attended this year included sessions on grant management, project management, change management, business branding, and the relevance of credentials to the field of higher education.

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Understanding Nonprofit Overhead: Strategies for Transparency and Efficiency in 2025

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Office of Management and Budget (OMB) revised their uniform guidance in 2024, increasing the de minimus (or standard) rate allowed for indirect costs—overhead for federal grants—from 10 to 15%. Overhead vs Indirect Costs: What’s the Difference? On the positive side, the U.S.

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

Allied Grant Writers

Government Grants Government grants are typically provided at the federal, state, or local level and can be a significant source of funding for churches, for profit organizations, especially when the projects align with public policy objectives such as community development, education, or social services.

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What Are Admin Expenses?

Blackbaud

Administrative costs, on the other hand, are how you exist as a nonprofit. Admin costs are incurred as you direct and control the organization itself. They are also called “ overhead ” or, if you are working on a federal grant, “indirect costs.”

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Elevate Your Funding Prospects: Key Grant Writing Resources Revealed

Allied Grant Writers

Budgets should include: Direct Costs : Expenses that can be directly attributed to the project, such as salaries, materials, and equipment. Indirect Costs : Overhead costs, such as utilities and administrative expenses. Budget Component Description Direct Costs Expenses directly related to the project.