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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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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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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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Writing grants requires organizations to analyze their audience, gather data, build compelling stories, and submit polished proposals. This makes becoming skilled at proposal writing significant. A strong grant proposal has sections about the organization’s background, project details, story, budget, and ways to measure success.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 8, 2025

Develop a Proposal Library Build a collection of templates and boilerplate text (e.g., Store past proposals, funder feedback, and common attachments in one organized place. Show how these tools will lead to increased funding and fewer missed opportunities. org background, staff bios, financials) to reduce writing time.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Every day, nonprofit fundraisers use our in-depth data to identify prospective funders to approach and requests for proposals (RFPs) to apply for. This translates into a personalized grants prospecting experience designed to meet fundraisers unique funding needs. What do you think?

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 5, 2025

Want to make your grant proposal POP? With millions of dollars in grant funding available each year, why do so many nonprofits still get turned down? The answer often lies in the proposal. A standout grant proposal isnt just well-written; its strategically crafted to connect, convince, and compel funders to say yes.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

To be successful in securing grant funding, individuals must grasp the basic components involved in the grant application process, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and evaluation metrics. Grant Type Description Government Grants Funded by federal, state, or local government agencies.

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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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GrantNews

JANUARY 29, 2025

How your project aligns with the funding sources goals. How much funding you need and how it will be used. Be Compelling Make your application stand out by presenting a strong, credible case: Include accurate, factual data to support your proposal. Keep your proposal focused and to the point by: Avoiding unnecessary details.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 21, 2025

Whether you currently have a handle on your mission-critical tasks or need to outsource immediately, creating a request for proposals (RFP) sets the stage for finding the right skills at the right price. This level of specificity will help your nonprofit attract the most qualified proposals.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 9, 2025

To stand out in the competitive grant landscape of 2025, aligning your proposals with your organizations strategic goals is not just advisableits essential. Heres how you can ensure your grant proposals hit the mark. This review will provide the foundation for crafting grant proposals that align seamlessly with your priorities.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

Smaller shares of grantmakers providing technology and tools, unrestricted funding The good news is that a significant majority of funders are now committed to streamlining grant applications (67%) and reporting processes (56%). Funding technology for equitable outcomes Why should this matter to grantmakers?

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

MARCH 15, 2025

Second , you send a letter of inquiry (LOI) to each foundation that seems like a good fit (or submit a full proposal if the foundation prefers). Fourth , you send a full proposal to any foundation that invites you to do so in response to your LOI. Fifth , you follow up on each proposal with more calls and emails.

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 20, 2025

If you want to unlock grant funding, you must be willing to write your narrative. You start from scratch with only a goal in mind, dive deep into research, adhere to strict requirements, and finally craft and submit your proposal. A compelling story doesnt just add a human touch; it can make all the difference in securing funding.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Some funders require grant seekers to raise a portion of the needed funding. Though there are challenges to meeting the criteria in order to apply for matching grants, the end result can yield a much greater return on the time and effort you put into writing and submitting this kind of grant proposal. Funding to Benefit Resid e n ts!

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 22, 2024

FreeWill has acquired GrantAssistant, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform designed to provide nonprofits and international development organizations with a proposal workflow toolkit that streamlines the grant application process. It is a Series B funding round with the latest infusion of $30 million in March 2022.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Renewal anxiety is no jokeand for experienced grant writers, it can feel like a thundercloud hanging over every funding cycle. Align your proposals with emerging priorities, new leadership, or strategic shifts on the funder’s end. Bottom Line: Dont FreezeFight Fear of losing long-term funding is realbut its beatable.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Its two weeks before a federal grant deadline , and you just learned about the opportunity and that you are eligible to apply for grant funding. Doing your foundation or government grants keep falling off the bottom of the list, impacting your grant proposal submissions. Then, it changed. Does this sound familiar?

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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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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application. Here’s how nonprofits can measure and communicate impact and ROI effectively before they submit a proposal. cost per individual served).

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GrantNews

JANUARY 15, 2025

You found a grant and written your proposal! The funder’s guidelines will usually indicate the funding distribution schedule, but there are steps you can take as well. Since each funding source is different, the time from grant application submission until notification will vary. You’ve submitted your application.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 23, 2024

Nonprofit Grant Strategy: Match Your Mission Effective searches for funding sources are the first step to success. To find the best fit, sometimes it can be beneficial to hire a grant consultant to identify opportunities and suggest funding requests. Focus on impact. Conclusion.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Grant funding plays a big part in water conservation and quality efforts! of course, the right funding. The Bureau of Reclamation serves as the primary funding agency for these projects, working to extend and preserve the U.S. Funding to Improve Public Drinking Water! Funding is for environmental projects.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Unlocking Funding Opportunities with Grant Writing The Importance of Grant Writing for Non-Profit Organizations Grant writing is a vital skill for non-profit organizations seeking funding. These funds can provide essential resources, allowing them to expand their services and impact their communities.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 17, 2024

It is no secret that nonprofits must rely on a variety of funding sources to sustain their work. Funding can come from program revenue, federal funds, and individual donors, just to name a few. Foundation funding is also a key element of many nonprofits’ structures. Who is reviewing your grant proposal?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 9, 2025

” “ Some of this funding will enhance some of our services” “This funding will enhance specific services.” “This funding will have an incredible amount of impact.” ” “This funding will have an incredible impact.” You know how it is.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

They provide essential funding that helps these organizations execute their missions, develop programs, and serve their communities. Here is a breakdown of how grants impact nonprofit organizations: Impact Area Description Financial Stability Grants offer critical funding to sustain and grow operations.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

In an ever-evolving social and economic landscape, churches and religious organizations increasingly seek alternative funding sources, such as church grants, to sustain operations, expand ministry services, and engage in community outreach. Generally, grants for churches fall into several broad categories: 1.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Collaborating on grant-funded projects, especially during proposal development, has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my 26+ years working in nonprofits. Yet, fostering a productive proposal-building environment often presents scheduling and communication hurdles.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

As a grant writer, it’s important that to have the focus and commitment necessary to bring together the various components required to adhere to the framework of the grant and while preparing an effective proposal to give any organization the best possibility of being awarded the grant.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Plus, foundation grants tend to have fewer restrictions, allowing for greater flexibility in how funds are used. Still, the effort is worthwhile, as many foundations strive to level the playing field, giving smaller organizations a fair shot at funding. This information is invaluable for crafting strong foundation grant proposals.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2025

As federal funding cuts, freezes, and executive actions create uncertainty across the sector, many nonprofits are struggling to find the resources they need to serve their communities. Some are learning, with no advance notice, that this funding has been revoked or eliminated going forward. Seek new funding initiatives.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 2, 2025

Understanding these projected trends will help nonprofits stay ahead of the curve and optimize their funding strategies. Predictive Analytics : Grant seekers will use predictive analytics to identify potential funding opportunities and tailor proposals based on trends and funder preferences. Focus on Long-Term Sustainability 5.1

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

If a funder likes your Letter of Inquiry, they’ll invite you to submit more details about what you would like them to fund. The Letter of Inquiry is part of the grantmaking process because it would be overwhelming and time-consuming for funders to review 15-page proposals from everyone seeking money. So make it count!

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As the year comes to an end, it is the perfect time for all starry-eyed entrepreneurs to take the leap and look for grant funding. December offers a stellar lineup of funding opportunities to support business growth and innovation. Funding supports a business that seeks to adapt, improve, and grow their company.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding the essential aspects of grant writing is critical for success in securing funding. Understanding the Purpose of Grants Grants are financial awards provided by various funding organizations or agencies to support specific projects or initiatives.

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