Government Indirect Cost Metrics 
Blackbaud
JULY 18, 2025
Government grants are always competitive. 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. Government grants operate differently than most other revenue streams.
Allied Grant Writers
MARCH 17, 2025
Grants, provided by government agencies, private foundations, and philanthropic organizations, represent a crucial opportunity for churches to secure non-repayable funds that support mission-critical programs. State and Local Grants: Many state and local governments offer grants to support community-based initiatives.
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Allied Grant Writers
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Grant Writing Essentials Understanding Grants and Their Purpose Grants are financial awards provided by governments, foundations, or corporations to support a specific project or initiative. These resources include government websites, private foundations, and community organizations.
Grant Writing Made Easy
JUNE 23, 2025
Tailor it for different audiences—foundations, government funders, or corporate giving programs. Prepare clear, pre-formatted explanations for everyday expenses like staff time, supplies, and indirect costs. Here’s how to make collaboration work, even with limited staff: Ask for help gathering data and metrics.
Allied Grant Writers
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Evaluation Plan : A strategy for assessing the success of the project, including metrics to measure impact. Budgets should include: Direct Costs : Expenses that can be directly attributed to the project, such as salaries, materials, and equipment. Indirect Costs : Overhead costs, such as utilities and administrative expenses.
Blackbaud
DECEMBER 20, 2023
If a government regulation changed or community preferences shifted, would you have time to react? Make Sure You’re Ready for Your Next Government Grant Government grants are a great addition to any nonprofit’s balance sheet. Tip 1: Before applying for a government grant, perform a financial integrity risk assessment.
Blackbaud
APRIL 4, 2024
Building your organization’s financial capacity involves investing in solid financial systems, but also engaging in more strategic board governance and leadership. Calculating indirect costs can be challenging.
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