GrantNews

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Securing funding is vital for critical programs to flourish. While nonprofits do not focus on profit, financing operations is still essential for a nonprofit to accomplish its goals. There are many ways to generate funding, like selling merchandise, silent auctions, charity events, fundraisers, and more. However, there is help!

Grants

Blackbaud

MARCH 3, 2025

Here are a few considerations when advocating for technology investments in your accounting and finance departments. Aligning finance with the rest of the organization can go a long way. Too many finance teams dont think of the organization as a whole, which can hurt your case for technology investments.

Finance

Blackbaud

JUNE 16, 2025

For finance teams in donor-focused and grant-funded organizations, working hand-in-hand with fundraising partners is critical to crafting reports that truly engage and tell a story. Grant Reports Grant stewardship requires detailed reporting on how funds were allocated and whether they achieved the intended outcomes.

Finance

Blackbaud

JUNE 4, 2025

For example, a newly hired finance manager is stepping into a nonprofit with no formalized internal control policy. Without proper controls, the organization may inadvertently misuse funds, jeopardizing both its grant eligibility and reputation. Personnel Controls Require background checks for new hires in finance-related roles.

Policy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 17, 2025

More than a third of respondents in a Nonprofit Finance Fund analysis ended last year with an operating deficit. By Eden Stiffman Getty Images/iStock photo More than a third of respondents in a Nonprofit Finance Fund analysis ended last year with an operating deficit, the highest percentage since 2009.

Finance

GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2024

On average, sources estimate that 1 in 7 applications are approved for funding. 9 Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Grant 1) Target Your Funders There are many different types of funding sources, but which funding source is best for you? What are your chances of winning a grant? GrantWatch is here to help!

Grants

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Drop the ball here, and you risk more than just a slap on the wristyou could lose future funding, damage your reputation, or worst of all, burn out from the stress. Managing post-award requirements is where trust is built, impact is proven, and your funding future is secured. Its not glamorous, but its essential. But dont worry.

Award

Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

But when your organization faces funding uncertainty, strong cash flow planning can help you make data-driven decisions that provide a clear perspective and breathing room. In a Q&A conversation with consultant and nonprofit CFO Andrew Horrow , many people asked about ways to understand cash flow when funding sources were fluctuating.

Management

Blackbaud

JANUARY 13, 2025

Ask the finance team. Finance teams can help their nonprofit organizations evaluate new revenue streams, enhancing the organizations stability and mitigating risk while intentionally experimenting with varied income sources. Even your IT team suggested selling the research tool they built to other organizations.

Finance

Ann Green's Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2025

With all the economic uncertainty right now, you may be worried about your nonprofits finances. This is important during this time of economic uncertainty and funding cuts. You could also look into additional sources of unrestricted funding. Plus, weaning yourself off grant funding isnt a bad idea.

CRM

Get Fully Funded

JULY 30, 2025

In this guide, we’ll explore six alternative funding ideas that nonprofits of all sizes should consider to complement their existing fundraising strategies. Tap Into Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) DAFs have become a fast-growing source of funding for nonprofits. These funds hold vast potential: recent data shows that over 1.7

Funding

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

By Christian O’Dwyer, CFA and John Walsh Endowment funds have long been a cornerstone of philanthropy as they provide sustained financial support for various causes across generations. While endowments traditionally focus on perpetuity, a growing number of donors are opting for time-limited or spend-down funds.

Funding

Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. The grant lifecycle refers to the full process a grant goes through from identifying opportunities and applying to implementing funded projects and reporting outcomes.

Grants

Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

You’ll create strategic plans, brainstorm new projects and programs, and organize campaigns to raise the necessary funds to execute your ideas. To build capacity, you not only need to fundraise efficiently but also track and allocate funds to sustain your organization’s operations as it grows. Methodology.

Finance

Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

Working as a grant professional for the past 30 years, I have witnessed a honeymoon phase when you receive the exciting news that your grant is funded. For larger organizations, this could include staff from Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, etc. These are all valid concerns when you receive an award notification.

GPC

Blackbaud

MAY 8, 2025

But an automated payments solution in your fund accounting system creates the payments from the invoices, so there is no manual matching required. One Step Closer to a Paperless Finance Office If you are like many private K12 schools, you could build rooms with the boxes of paper stored throughout your campus.

Finance

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This funding can help cover various costs, including materials, studio space, and living expenses. For many artists, especially those working independently or within non-profit organizations, grants can mean the difference between a project coming to fruition or being abandoned due to lack of funds.

Grants

Blackbaud

JULY 7, 2025

With a complex financial structure that includes multiple entities managed within a single instance of their fund accounting software, Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT®, USC Foundations required a high degree of organization and control. The good news?

Finance

Blackbaud

MAY 13, 2025

Internal controls help protect these assets from fraud , theft, and misuse, ensuring that funds are used for their intended purposes. Financial Accountability: Donors, grantors, and the public trust nonprofits to manage their finances responsibly. Examples include backup procedures, disciplinary action, and insurance.

Policy

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

The Ugly Truth: No One Cares as Much as You Do Most grant writers are shocked when they realize that the people they rely onprogram managers, finance staff, directorsarent intentionally trying to sabotage the grant. Or convinced the grant wont be funded anyway, so why bother? Theyre just busy. Or skeptical. Or burned out.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Many foundations and corporations recognize these disparities and step up to provide funding, mentorship, and entrepreneurial programs tailored to minority business owners. Funding supports the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact families, girls, and women throughout the world.

Grants

Blackbaud

MARCH 31, 2025

But its difficult to drive impact when your grantees cant access their funds, arent sure when the funds are arriving, and dont have a clear understanding of their requirements for using the funds. Start by making it simple for grantees to track the status of fund transfers.

Grants

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

As a nonprofit finance leader, you are constantly aware of the many different pulls on your funding availability. This is where your fund accounting system can help you get the granularity you need from your budgeting process to make data-driven decisions. One program could use more headcount to serve more people.

Budget

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Your organization receives more than $750,000 in federal funding per year. Your total annual funding exceeds your states legal threshold for conducting an audit (usually $500,000). Youre applying for a grant that asks you to submit an audit report along with your proposal to demonstrate your nonprofits good financial standing.

Nonprofit

Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

When it comes to securing funding, nonprofits often encounter various types of grants, each serving a different purpose. Understanding the distinctions between capital, program, and operating grants is crucial for effectively managing your organization’s finances and meeting its goals. Capital Grants 1.1 Program Grants 2.1

Grants

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Coastal Enterprises in Brunswick, Maine received $25 million, the Nonprofit Finance Fund was awarded $22 million, and Craft3 in Seattle announced it received $15 million. LISC leaders will determine the specifics of how the new funding will be used in the coming weeks. million shares of her Amazon stock.

Finance

Candid

JULY 9, 2025

Billions of dollars in philanthropic funding supports efforts to protect the environment each year, but only a small fraction is focused on addressing gender-based violence against women environmental defenders (WEDs). billion in environmental funding awarded in 2017, just 1.2% ($53.1 million) was focused on women and the environment.

Funding

Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2025

Managing your nonprofit’s finances is no small task, but there are four standardized financial statements that provide clear benchmarks to help you make decisions. It also provides transparency for stakeholders, donors, and board members, ensuring they understand how funds are utilized to advance your mission.

Liability

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. This guide covers the fundamentals that your finance team needs to know during every stage of the grant so you can handle it confidently from award to closeout.

Government

Wild Apricot

JUNE 16, 2025

Running a nonprofit comes with a long to-do list – raising funds, managing programs, keeping records, staying compliant – the list goes on. For example, if your organization isn’t a registered 501(c)(3) or you’re unsure how your classification affects funding , a fiscal agent can help bridge the gap.

Logic Model

GiveSmart

OCTOBER 31, 2024

GiveSmart and MIP Fund Accounting received 2025 Buyer’s Choice Awards from TrustRadius. We’re honored that TrustRadius recognized our nonprofit suite of MIP Fund Accounting and GiveSmart,” said Momentive Software Chief Marketing Officer Susan Gilmartin. More and more, nonprofits are seeking out vendors they can trust.

Award

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

If you havent already, now is the time to evaluate your organizations grant readiness from pre- to post-award, ensuring alignment with funders, competitive proposals, and strong fund stewardship. Many organizations struggle to articulate their why, or what they need funding forwhich can make your job both frustrating and inefficient.

Grants

DoJiggy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

An effective online giving platform simplifies donations, encourages generosity, and helps churches manage their funds more efficiently. Raise funds faster with our free, donor-friendly fundraising platform Let’s Get Started Donorbox Donorbox is another versatile fundraising platform used by churches and nonprofits alike.

Donation

Candid

MAY 14, 2025

But it has always been precarious, relying on a combination of government funding and razor-thin operating margins. How will shifts in government funding affect affordable housing? Now add to these pressures questions about long-standing government funding. In February 2025, our organization received from the U.S.

Finance

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

Often, the finance department handles the process, leaving grant managers unaware until after the fact. Make sure finance, program staff, and leadership all understand the proposal and budget inside and out. When a new administrative assistant trained in finance started asking questions and challenging the process, it created tension.

IT

Candid

MAY 5, 2025

These groups often face multiple barriers such as distrust of financial institutions, lack of sufficient funds, limited connectivity in rural areas, lack of identification documents, and the resulting high transaction costs, which limit opportunity for economic participation for those who need it most.

Policy

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As a nonprofit finance professional, you want all your data to be accurate. Maintaining compliance can protect existing funding, as well. The Importance of Accurate Time Allocation for Nonprofits Accurate time allocation is a cornerstone for nonprofit organizations, especially those with grant funding.

Grants