Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Figuring out how to fund your vision can feel like a steep mountain to climb. Should you fund your work out of your own pocket? Here’s something to keep in mind, starting now: self-funding a nonprofit is not sustainable. To fully fund your mission, you have to become a fundraiser. Where do you start? Just beware!

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Funding… skilled staff who are not on the verge of burning out… board members that support and advocate for their organization… financial acumen… clear strategic vision and planning… strong systems and infrastructure… These non-sexy things are often treated as the sideshow to the main attraction (programs).

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Grants are an integral lifeline for many nonprofits, providing the necessary funding to launch new initiatives, sustain critical programs, and ensure operational stability. Why Diversifying Your Funding Is Essential With nearly 2 million nonprofit organizations in the United States, the competition for funding from all sources is stiff.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Progress bar with CauseVox automated matching And it’s not just about the money—CauseVox also displays impact metrics, so donors can see the tangible results of their gifts, like meals served, trees planted, or hours of service funded. Let’s face it—keeping up with donation matches can feel like a race against the clock. Curious how it works?

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? The “funding source” or “grant maker” is the organization providing the funds. No matter the source, finding the right grant can be challenging, but GrantWatch makes the search easier by listing grants from all funding sources in one place.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The American Red Cross has spent and distributed all funds designated for Haiti relief on shelter, emergency relief, health, cholera prevention, water and sanitation, livelihoods, and disaster preparedness,” the statement continued. Our long-term recovery program engaged more than 50 partners over 10 years to reach 4.5

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Candid

JANUARY 29, 2025

In this article, well outline a three-step process adapted from our report Finding Your Funding Strategy: Benchmarking 101 , tailored to U.S. In this article, well outline a three-step process adapted from our report Finding Your Funding Strategy: Benchmarking 101 , tailored to U.S.-based based nonprofits.

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Candid

APRIL 29, 2025

government cuts longstanding programs and grant funding. grantmakers, making it easier to uncover new sources of foundation funding. To take advantage of free access to Foundation Directory Professional and uncover alternative funding opportunities, please email support@candid.org. Our data reveals that at least 30% of U.S.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 24, 2025

Scholarships and fellowships provide a stable pathway to higher education for students who lack funding but have the strong desire to expand their horizons. For students pursuing a college education, these grant funding opportunities offer the financial support needed to turn ambition into achievement. Scholarships 1. Fellowships 1.

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GrantNews

APRIL 24, 2025

Because of this, grant-makers provide funding to schools, education programs, libraries , community-based nonprofits, and even healthcare providers. Funding addresses the medical needs of children in low-income families. Funding is for programs using certified instructors and a recognized curriculum.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

Great grant writers hunt down top-funded proposalsespecially for competitive grants. They even use FOIA requests to access funded applications from public agencies. They even use FOIA requests to access funded applications from public agencies. Innovation in grant writing isnt about gimmicks. Heres how they do it: 1.

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Grants4Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As we approach 2025 and the anticipated changes that a new federal administration will bring, nonprofit leaders, grant writers, and fundraisers must be proactive to safeguard and sustain their funding sources. This can also lead to potential discretionary funding… 2. So, there ALWAYS funding out there! Some good news?

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GrantNews

APRIL 25, 2025

Building Forever Homes with Grant Funding isn’t just a dream, it’s a growing reality for families, veterans, and individuals ready to plant roots. Funding supports education, hunger and housing, and equity and social justice. Funding promotes community involvement in civil and human rights issues.

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 9, 2025

We have compiled a list of grant funding assistance opportunities for those who have been impacted by ex-tropical Cyclone Alfred across Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Strategic Grants’ research team will continue to update funding opportunities as they arise. please reach out.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Every grant writer knows the feeling: deadlines loom, your program narratives are tight, your outcomes are crystal clearand yet, youre still stuck trying to fund the electricity bill, staff salaries, and that squeaky office chair no one wants to admit they broke. Unrestricted funding is like oxygen for nonprofits. Bottom line?

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Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 16, 2025

Over the weekend, while many Americans were cheering on their kids at soccer games or tuning into their favorite sports teams, something major happened in the world of federal fundingquietly and without much public fanfare.

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Candid

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Forty years later, we remain an influential intermediary funder that raises funds from institutional grantmakers and individual donors. Here we’ll share our insights into how the practice of listening to the community and funding the supposedly “unfundable” on a small scale can achieve what traditional large-scale philanthropy cannot.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Now were introducing AI tools to recommend new funders and funding opportunities personalized to your needs, eliminating work that might have taken hours and surfacing opportunities fundraisers might not have discovered on their own to help fundraisers find what they need even more quickly and efficiently. What do you think?

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Candid

MAY 27, 2025

Funding across the sector Our increased grantmaking spans a wide range of issues, including: The National Trust for Local News, which is acquiring 10 newspapers in Texas to preserve independent journalism. With MCFs increased funding, we aim to help them remain resilient, responsive, and able to continue their missions without disruption.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2025

When there is a flurry of activity that affect the entire industry, such as policy changes that disrupt current and potential funding for hundreds of organizations, you need to take the time to understand the risks for your organization and your grantees. Its been a wild few years for the philanthropy sector.

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GrantNews

MAY 6, 2025

With an ever-increasing demand for quality early childhood programs, educators, nonprofits, and school districts are actively seeking funding to support curriculum development, classroom resources, staff training, and family engagement initiatives. The funding is for projects in a wide range of focus areas, including Childhood Literacy.

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GrantNews

JUNE 12, 2025

Funding for nonprofits is always a concern, and in today’s financial landscape, securing funding can be daunting. With the help of GrantWatch and strategic financial planning, nonprofits maximize their impact, attract new funding, and grow with confidence. In truth, every decision you make affects the impact of your group.

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Gail Perry Group

JUNE 5, 2025

As the end of your fiscal year approaches, theres one question on every CEO and board members mind: Will we hit our annual fund goal or fall short? Were talking about your leadership annual fund donors from last year who have not yet given this year. And all eyes are on the bottom line. And its right before your eyes!

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Given what’s likely in the next administration, nonprofits will need to work harder to combat any government funding cuts and policy changes. Beginning in 2012, Giving Tuesday has taken place the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. This year it will be on December 3. I’m not going to tell you whether or not you should participate in Giving Tuesday.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 3, 2025

As you are building your nonprofit, most nonprofits early on come to understand that they must increase their funding so they can serve more people, serve the community, and do all the things that they got into this industry to do. As you are building revenue sources, you need to focus on diversifying funding sources.

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Clairification

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Charities with little relevance to tackling coronavirus still received support from donors that valued them as long as they asked for help (otherwise they were perceived as not in need of funds). No matter your politics, this is crisis time for many nonprofits who rely on federal grants and loans (about 30% of all charities ).

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RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

You are carefully researching different funding sources and feel strongly that federal grant funding will help provide the financial boost that you need to get things moving. There needs to be a robust budget and budget justification that outlines how you will spend your funds, and that these funds comply with federal requirements.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2025

hide(); }});--> A new report, Reinventing the Cycle: Adapting Relationship Fundraising for Donors Who Use DAFs, by the DAF Research Collaborative uncovers best practices for donor advised fund (DAF) fundraising as DAFs are growing in popularity among donors. It was funded with grant support from the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy William C.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Women entrepreneurs seeking start-up capital are looking for funding to launch and grow their businesses. Thankfully, as the number of female entrepreneurs rises, so do the funding options. They also offer a valuable option for women who face difficulties qualifying for conventional funding. But thats just the first step.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

But, sometimes it can be an uphill battle, and these entrepreneurs often face significant challenges, including limited access to funding, systemic barriers, and underrepresentation in the business world. Coincidentally , we also have a list of nearly 2000 BIPOC grants that can help minorities apply for the funding they need to flourish.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

MARCH 1, 2025

All grantmakers are fickle, and government grantmakers are no different: budgetary funding can grow or shrink, priorities can change, and preferred grantees can quickly lose favor. The current administration is taking a hard look at federal government grants, freezing significant funding while seeking to cut back on government expenditures.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Securing funding is vital for critical programs to flourish. There are many ways to generate funding, like selling merchandise, silent auctions, charity events, fundraisers, and more. However, most nonprofits depend on sustainable funding, and that comes in the form of grants. Researching grants can be daunting.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Sadly, even with this outreach funding can still be challenging for nonprofits. Because of this, GrantWatch lists grant funding opportunities for nonprofits and businesses to help them locate funding to cover overhead expenses. Funding to cover overhead is vital for any organization to flourish. Did you know?

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Candid

JUNE 9, 2025

One question we often hear is: Where does all that funding come from, and where does it go? The dashboards’ maps and graphs show grant dollars from two complementary perspectives: funding awarded to nonprofits in each state, and funding awarded by private and community foundations based in each state. Ready to jump in?

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Some funders require grant seekers to raise a portion of the needed funding. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds. Funding will be for upgrading facilities and operations, lowering costs, and greater focus on more efficient use of resources.

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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!

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2025

This is important during this time of economic uncertainty and funding cuts. While thats understandable on one level, you need to be careful before you nix something you think you cant afford. It may be something you should be investing in. Stay away from the scarcity mindset. Its often not helpful. Shorter is better.

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