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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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

JANUARY 29, 2025

Be Compelling Make your application stand out by presenting a strong, credible case: Include accurate, factual data to support your proposal. Clearly connect your project, your organization, and the grants objectives. Demonstrate how your project aligns with and achieves the grant programs goals. appeared first on GrantNews.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

But maybe your team does not have any federal grant experience. In this case, you would want to select a grant consultant that could bring this skill to the table. Alex began her career in federal grants, and each year we win millions of dollars in federal funding for the nonprofits we serve.

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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.

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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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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

APRIL 21, 2025

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. The Ripple Effect Compassionate, people-centered grant writing does more than secure funding; it amplifies the human impact of every dollar invested.

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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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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Unlike loans, grants do not require repayment, making them a valuable resource for those looking to fund various ventures. The application process for grants often involves submitting a detailed proposal outlining the intended use of the funds. State Grants Offered by state governments to support localized initiatives.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 23, 2024

To find the best fit, sometimes it can be beneficial to hire a grant consultant to identify opportunities and suggest funding requests. For federal grants especially, closely reading sections that discuss required activities usually yields the most beneficial information.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

You probably aren’t ready for federal grants at all. When you are in a good place to apply for federal grants, the information you've absorbed here will keep you on the right path. You can use my Grant Readiness Toolkit to help you get it done. The bottom line is that to apply for a federal grant you need a DUNS #.

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 28, 2023

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. The following summarizes ways in which I try to make my proposals stand out. In a federal grant?

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Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Funding these critical services and grants helps ensure that older adults receive the care and resources they need to lead fulfilling and independent lives. Federal Grants Federal grants are pivotal in supporting programs and initiatives targeted toward seniors. Ready to take the next step?

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Think and Ink Grants

MAY 4, 2024

Although applying for federal grants may be tempting, they are definitely not for every nonprofit organization. Winning grants for nonprofits offered by government agencies do take time. Here are six clear signs that federal grants may not be for you - at least for now, anyway. Raising the match may be a challenge.

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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. Experienced proposers do. That’s why experienced proposers win. What is it? Find out how other organizations responded and won.

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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

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. The full text reads: Waiver of Proposed Rulemaking: Under the Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C.

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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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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 13, 2023

Three years ago, Millionaire Grant Lady won the same type of grant from SAMHSA for JPS Health Network , also in partnership with IES. These federal grants are transformative for the organizations that receive them, allowing them to implement their full programs and plan confidently over the three-year period.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Government grants come from tax revenues and budget allocations. Federal grants are approved through legislative processes, with over half of the allocated funds going toward healthcare and the rest divided between for income security programs, transportation, education, and social services.

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Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 4, 2024

In the realm of federal grants and education service grants, timing is everything. Securing funding through grants demands foresight and meticulous planning, often long before the grant cycle officially opens. Grant cycles, more often than not, operate on tight schedules, sometimes lasting no more than six weeks.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

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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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

The main purposes of grants include: Supporting charitable causes Encouraging research and development Promoting educational opportunities Funding community development projects It is important for potential applicants to recognize the true intent behind grants. For more insights, refer to our article on what is a grant.

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RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

This includes contributions on larger federal grant applications that were awarded. Recognized as a leading industry educational output, this work was featured at the 2023 GPA Grant Summit in a co-led presentation, The 4M Model: Determining when Grants Should and Should Not be Used to Fund Your Program.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

I recently participated in a Federal grant review panel for the Department of Education that included ten complex applications with detailed rubrics and a series of 2-3 hour panel discussions over 15 days, including weekends and holidays. This collaborative approach can lead to more innovative project ideas and well-rounded proposals.

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Grants.gov

AUGUST 8, 2018

When preparing your federal grant application, you would do well to put yourself – and your team – in the shoes of the people who will be evaluating it. In this post, we will look specifically at grant opportunities that are evaluated (at least in part) with the aid of a peer review panel (Note: Not all are evaluated in this way).

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 14, 2023

This often leaves only a thirty- to ninety-day window to adjust plans and priorities, identify organizational projects that align with program office goals, and develop a competitive proposal. However, especially for federal grants, it is equally essential to set your organization up for post-award success during the application stage.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 2, 2023

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 most important components of program design for your grant applications are: It all starts with the need in the community and the target population.

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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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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These platforms compile a wide array of grants available based on different criteria such as location, eligibility, and funding amount. Research Grants Investigate local grant money resources that align with your organization’s mission and goals. Utilize tools and databases for finding relevant opportunities. Avoid jargon.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 21, 2024

GrantWatch, not only provides a comprehensive database of grants and foundations, but it also has a range of features designed to simplify the grant-seeking process. Types of Government Grants The most common type of government grants are grants given by the federal government.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Are you an organization in need of a grant? Almost every organization has now embraced expanding their funding base through grant proposals. However, you have to ensure that you do not harbor unrealistic initial expectations of what grants and funding agencies can provide. It should no longer be two pages.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Are you an organization in need of a grant? Almost every organization has now embraced expanding their funding base through grant proposals. However, you have to ensure that you do not harbor unrealistic initial expectations of what grants and funding agencies can provide. It should no longer be two pages.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 19, 2022

While Clay focuses on connecting individual donors to nonprofits and the communities they serve, and Marilyn focuses on helping people access the powerful and complex data sets from the Census Bureau, their advice intersected powerfully and interestingly for me during the last weeks of late summer.

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Think and Ink Grants

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Many resources are available to help nonprofits with grant writing, including online courses, workshops, and books. These resources can provide valuable tips and techniques for writing successful grant proposals. This can be especially helpful when it comes to finding grants.

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