Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Your Nonprofit Organization’s Realistic Goal From legal fees and state filing fees to administrative expenses and initial program funding, the costs of starting a nonprofit in 2025 can vary greatly. Volunteer Training: Allocate funds for training materials and events, potentially costing $200 to $1,000.

Liability Insurance

Blackbaud

MAY 13, 2025

Internal controls help protect these assets from fraud , theft, and misuse, ensuring that funds are used for their intended purposes. Strong internal controls promote financial transparency and accountability, demonstrating that funds are being used ethically and effectively.

Policy

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Explore available funding today and give your organization the support it needs! Fellows receive funding for professional development. Hosting organization contributes to health insurance and other benefits, the requisite payroll taxes associated with having the fellow on payroll , and other costs.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The wealthy have already begun their exit from supporting societal crises through funding the government. As smaller donations continue to decline, the philanthropic system is at risk of catastrophic failure if high-net-worth individuals, driven by natural human fears, feel a need to give less and less as insurance against a dangerous future.

Nonprofit

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

Candid

MAY 14, 2025

But it has always been precarious, relying on a combination of government funding and razor-thin operating margins. This lowers property revenue, even as material, labor, and insurance costs risea combination thats making building and operating affordable housing extremely difficult, or even infeasible.

Finance

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 23, 2025

hide(); }});--> Nonprofit Finance Fund (NFF) has released the results of a survey of the nonprofits that drive social and economic well-being in neighborhoods across the country. This is not sustainable for the long term without additional funding sources.” 84% of respondents with government funding expect cuts to that funding.

Funding

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

GrantWatch wants to do everything possible to list grant funding so these organizations can thrive! As a result, GrantWatch has provided a list of physical therapy and rehabilitation funding opportunities. The funding is for treatments and programs for physical and mental injuries incurred while on active military service.

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DoJiggy

JANUARY 10, 2025

If your organization is falling short of reaching your goal, you can do last-minute appeals via email and Social Media to your constituents, informing them of the gap and need for funds and helping to rally last-minute donations. Does your event require permits or event insurance?

Budget

GrantNews

MARCH 27, 2025

From securing funding to streamlining operations, having the right resources can set you up for success. With over 200 grants in our Entrepreneurs and Startups category, youll find valuable funding opportunities to help turn your vision into reality. The funding also helps women expand existing businesses.

Mentor

Candid

JUNE 4, 2025

This way, changemakers dont need to create a new nonprofit from scratchwhich requires IRS tax-exempt status, a board of directors, a bank account, accounting, charitable registration, insurance, human resources, an audit, and state and federal filings. Other fees may apply depending on the sponsor.

Goals

GrantNews

MARCH 18, 2025

Studies show that the lack of quality health insurance in these communities directly impacts quality of life. Nonprofit health grants help bridge the gap, providing essential funding to improve access and outcomes. The funding supports the priority areas of health and empowering families and individuals to achieve success.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MAY 13, 2025

School Nurse Day Fundraiser Ideas in2025 Blog Summary: School Nurse Day, observed in May of each year, provides a perfect opportunity to show appreciation for school nurses by raising funds to improve their work environment and resources. a tangible way to support our school nurses is by helping to fund their vital work.

Fundraising

DoJiggy

APRIL 29, 2025

Whether you’re raising funds for your school, charity, or community organization, a roller skating fundraiser is guaranteed to draw a crowd and leave a lasting impact. This should include venue rental, equipment costs, promotional materials, food and beverages, and any permits or insurance needed for the event.

Fundraising

Candid

MAY 28, 2025

Policy shifts, including cuts to Medicare and Medicaid and services such as Meals On Wheels, impact older adults’ access to care, especially among those relying on public insurance or fixed incomes. By integrating with health care systems or other partners, they can demonstrate cost savings and secure diversified funding.

Transportation

Strategic Grants

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Strategic Grants, for example, knows that some of our products may not be the right solutionyetfor every For-Purpose organisation seeking funding. As we all know, finding the grants is a very small part of a successful and sustainable funding strategy. Good idea to check their business insurances too!

Conference

Candid

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Family foundations are typically funded by a single family, whose members also play a role in governance and management. CEOs of family foundations and well-staffed foundations have lower compensation-to-grantmaking ratios The median and mean ratios are slightly lower for family foundations (0.04

Award

Planned Giving

MAY 12, 2025

Consider how a small environmental nonprofit transformed its future with just three bequests in its first year of planned giving: these gifts secured enough funding to protect 250 acres of critical habitat in perpetuity. ” Life Insurance Gifts : “Making our organization the beneficiary of a policy you no longer need.”

Policy

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

For better or worse, your budget can make or break your chances of funding, despite the quality of the grant narrative itself. When the budget doesn’t align with the story you’re telling—or worse, contradicts it—it sends a clear message to reviewers: this organization may not be ready to manage grant funding effectively.

Budget

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 24, 2025

While the term “SMS fundraising” seems relatively self-explanatory, it involves more than simply asking donors to text your nonprofit and send some funds over. The post Launching an SMS Fundraising Strategy: A Nonprofit FAQ Guide appeared first on Get Fully Funded. How does SMS fundraising work?

Fundraising

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

You dont want to take funding away from your programs unless its absolutely necessary, but some spending on overhead is essential for your nonprofit to operate. However, you can strategically cut other administrative costs by: Evaluating your organizations insurance plan to ensure youre getting the right amount of coverage for the best price.

Management

Planned Giving

MAY 19, 2025

Pooled Income Fund Situation: I want steady income but also want to support a cause I care about. Pitch: Think of it like a charitable mutual fund. LIFE INSURANCE Donate a life insurance policy you no longer need. A Charitable Gift Annuity lets you give and get something back. Its simple and secure.

Readiness

Blackbaud

JUNE 20, 2025

It also includes any legal fees as well as insurance and general office management, like copy paper and ink for the printer. If you are applying for federal funding, the OMB allows for the grant to pay up to 15% towards those costs not directly associated with the program, such as rent or support salaries.

Indirect Cost

Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Because your organization cant turn a profit by definition, the goal of tracking your finances is to demonstrate to donors, funders, the government, and the community that youre using your funding responsibly to further your mission. Each nonprofit financial statement is divided into three sections.

Liability

NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2025

respondents reported access to employer-provided health insurance. Workforce Retention Reflects Sector Commitment Despite funding and staffing challenges, the fundraising workforce remains resilient. Over 96% of U.S. Of those, 21% had their entire premium covered by their employer, while 74% shared the cost.

Retail

NonProfit PRO

JULY 23, 2025

Managing deposits that exceed the FDIC insurance threshold can be daunting. Here's how sweep accounts can simplify protecting large deposits.

Insurance

The Fundraising Coach

MAY 30, 2025

However, there’s a source of funding you may be overlooking—planned giving. While establishing relationships that can lead to planned gifts can take time, there are ways nonprofits can effectively raise more funds through this type of fundraising. According to Giving USA 2024 , planned giving bequests accounted for $42.6

CRM

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

JANUARY 29, 2025

The funding suspension took effect January 28, with agencies required to submit detailed reports by February 10 identifying programs, projects, or activities impacted by the pause. In the meantime, the Trump administration cannot suspend disbursement of congressionally appropriated funds. I doubt this will happen.

Grant

Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Well discuss what activities work well in fall, winter, spring, and summer, plus ways to keep funds rolling all year. Impact: Reuses uniforms, saves parents money, and contributes to school funds in a simple, eco-friendly way. If you plan to serve alcohol (where permitted), check local regulations and appropriate insurance needs.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Finance plays a crucial role in building a sustainable and scalable funding strategy. By actively bringing together different departments and leading discussions around revenue diversification, you can set measurable goals, evaluate the ROI of each funding source, and make informed decisions about where to invest time and resources.

Finance

Blue Avocado

MARCH 3, 2025

If you’re reading this, you probably already know about the problems that nonprofits like yours are facing with their insurance: Rising insurance premiums, poor coverage from commercial insurance carriers, and in some cases, the loss of coverage altogether. Why are insurance rates soaring for nonprofits?

Insurance

GrantNews

MAY 1, 2025

Finding Volunteer Grants On GrantWatch Grants can fund costly website updates, volunteer recruiting events, or improve the volunteer experience. Funding enables workers to take advantage of continuing education opportunities so they may better promote the healthy development of youth and children in Indiana.

Grant

Blackbaud

JULY 10, 2025

A major donor just pledged a significant gift to fund a new science building at your college, and your development team is breaking out the champagne. But there’s a catch—the donor says they will only donate the money if your organization raises at least $200,000 to assist with the funding.

Finance

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 11, 2025

The federal grant funding update for Q2 2025 reveals intensified volatility across the nonprofit landscape. As courts continue to challenge aggressive federal funding cutbacks from the Trump administration, nonprofit organizations are grappling with cascading operational disruptions and financial instability.

Federal Grants

DoJiggy

JULY 22, 2025

Whether you’re supporting a local nonprofit or charity, school , or a medical cause, motorcycle rides can bring communities together to raise substantial funds, and DoJiggy can help you make a ride to remember. Determine your financial goal and outline how funds will be collected. Ready to ride for a cause?

Fundraising

Planned Giving

JUNE 24, 2025

Beneficiary Designations for Non-Probate Assets Certain assets, such as retirement accounts and life insurance policies, transfer directly to beneficiaries without going through probate. To ensure they are cared for after your passing, designate a caregiver in your will and potentially set aside funds for their care.

Insurance

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 6, 2021

The conventional wisdom in today’s health insurance marketplace holds that nonprofits should not consider a self-funded health insurance model because cash flow concerns make such a plan too risky. This notion is false, and it has been perpetuated for years by both the insurance carriers and the broker community.

Insurance