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6 Tips to Land a Nonprofit Job for the First Time

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Amid recent layoffs in the federal government and private sector, some workers may be looking to nonprofits for their next opportunity. Heres expert advice to help you transition.

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Skilled Government Workers Are Job Hunting. Here's How to Meet Them.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

An out-of-work career public servant may be your group's next smart hire. Experts share advice on where to find them. Baron Getty Images People with the experience, knowledge, and connections ideal for serving the missions of nonprofits are among the vast number of federal employees who have lost their jobs this year. But how to find them?

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Starting a Nonprofit? Here Are 5 Must-Know Tips!

GrantNews

From federal, state, and local government grants to private foundations , each has its own terminologylike LOI (Letter of Intent) or RFP (Request for Proposal). Whether you’re just getting started or looking for your first grant, here are five tips you’ll want to know: 1.

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What Is an RFP and How Is It Best Used to Apply for Grants?

GrantNews

This final section includes deadlines, conference dates, and the potential need for an LOI or letter of intent. There are grants to nonprofit arts organizations and government agencies to construct or enhance rural arts/cultural centers. Submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is to benefit youth ages 16-24.

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Spotlighting the State of Maryland

GrantNews

thefactsite.com, “ Facts About Maryland “) Community and Economic Development Grants for the State of Maryland Grants to eligible Maryland nonprofits and government agencies for program-support/emergency-assistance. For grants over $10,000, a Letter of Intent (LOI) will be submitted prior to applying.

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Two years later: how our fundraising strategy changed overnight 

Candid

Would the government help us? Fueled by passion for our mission, she made lists of the most likely supporters and then got to work, sending out 300 letters of intent (LOIs) to potential funders in New York with an interest in horses. Would we be able to maintain our operations, or be forced to shut down? How would our donors respond?

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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Grant Writer?

GrantNews

In addition to writing grants, grant writers can be hired for a wide range of other services including, but not limited to:: Consulting for businesses, foundations, corporations and government agencies. Writing LOIs and budget proposals. A reasonable amount of time to write these government grants is 60 hours.

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