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. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. GrantAssistant’s full team, located in Washington, D.C.

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GrantNews

JUNE 16, 2025

Understand What Funders Are Looking For Most foundation grants are awarded based on alignment with their mission, so tailoring your proposal to each opportunity is essential. GrantWatch is an online database that lists current grants available from foundations, governments, and corporations. You can filter by category (e.g.,

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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.

Grant Writing

Grant Writer Team

MARCH 27, 2025

Every nonprofit relies on a governing board. For most of us, a nonprofit governing board and its roles and responsibilities are shrouded in mystery. Join us, as we reveal the secrets about what a nonprofit governing board does and why. Finding and securing grant funding takes time, strategy, and a well-written grant proposal.

Government

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Proposals are to benefit residents of the greater Baltimore area. There are grants to Maryland nonprofits, for-profit entities, government agencies, and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) for environmental activities to advance healthy ecosystems in communities across the state. Improving the Quality of Life in Communities!

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

In an increasingly competitive landscape, it is essential to present compelling proposals that stand out and resonate with potential funders. This involves recognizing the various types of grants available, such as government, private foundation, and corporate grants. Funders want to know how their investment aligns with their values.

Grant Writing

Candid

MAY 2, 2025

nonprofits report receiving government grants. Seeking foundation grants require a different approach from applying for government grants: one that is grounded in relationship building and trust. These conversations can happen concurrently as you build your lists of prospective funders and sharpen your proposal writing skills.

Proposal Writing

Strategic Grants

JULY 9, 2025

Government tender writing can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling the task with other responsibilities like program delivery or fundraising. Demonstrating value for money How your proposal provides value for money is a common tender question. This could be through good governance (e.g. systems or templates).

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

government proposing major funding reductions for nonprofits, the time to act is now. With the U.S. Relying on grants and federal dollars is no longer a guaranteebut those who pivot fast can turn this crisis into an opportunity.

Government

Candid

JANUARY 29, 2025

Share what youve learned with stakeholders Once youve researched and analyzed your peer organizations revenue mixes, its time to translate these insights into a proposed funding strategy for your own organization. This exchange can also validate the proposed funding strategy and help refine the organizations approach to securing funding.

Funding

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Complexity of the Grant Proposal Simple applications for smaller grants may take 10-20 hours. Complex government or multi-partner proposals can require over 100 hours. Level of Preparation Pre-existing Resources: Having prior research, templates, or previous proposals can significantly reduce time. Lets explore these: 1.

Grant Writing

Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In this age of digital overload and short attention spans, nonprofits that want to raise more money will instead create and sustain authentic, productive, long-term relationships with a network of individuals, corporate executives, government representatives, and/or impact investors.

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Gail Perry Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

With potential single-party control of government branches, we might see new tax reform fast-tracked. Looking Ahead to 2025 and Beyond: Now, we're approaching another pivotal moment. As 2025 draws near, some of TCJA's provisions are set to expire. Your fundraising success in this new era starts TODAY!

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 6, 2025

Use government websites with targeted searches. Many state and federal government organizations collect valuable data, but navigating their websites can feel overwhelming. By adding site: gov to your search query, you can limit results to government resources. A quick workaround is to use Google to narrow your search results.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants A grant is a financial award provided by government agencies, foundations, or other organizations to support specific projects or initiatives. The application process for grants often involves submitting a detailed proposal outlining the intended use of the funds.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Some professionals automatically associate audits with the IRS, while others think that because their organizations are exempt from paying federal taxes, theyre also exempt from government-led audits. The truth lies somewhere in the middle. Even if none of these conditions apply to your organization, you may still choose to conduct audits.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants Definition and Purpose of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to support initiatives aligned with their objectives. The three primary categories of grants include government grants, foundation grants, and corporate grants.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

For example, scientific insights and policy proposals are best utilized if understood universally. However, leaders can solve this issue by translating vital information with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles through grants. Language compliance increases your Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 6, 2025

For each of these segments (renewals/lapsed/new), calculate how many grant proposals were submitted, how many were awarded, how many were declined, and how many are pending. Each win is an extra reason to celebrate as present funders tend to become repeat funders if you steward them right. Calculate, calculate, calculate!

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

For example, presenting a communitys poverty rate as 30% when it is actually 20% may make a proposal seem more urgent but undermines the integrity of the grant application. Focus on crafting proposals that are honest about challenges and measured in their promises. This pressure can lead to creative interpretations of data.

Ethics

NonProfit PRO

MAY 19, 2025

Here are eight areas of the proposed budget that could directly impact nonprofits. A bill targeting nonprofits tax-exempt status cleared a key House committee vote.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Cooperative agreements to nonprofits and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to provide technical assistance to local government agencies to reduce pollution in wastewater treatment systems. All grant proposals will focus on one of three areas, including water quality and quantity issues. Funding is for environmental projects.

Funding

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

If you submitted your first proposals during the initial months of your strategy, it’s quite likely you’re still waiting on decisions at the 12-month point. Moreover, if you’re applying for competitive grants that may require multiple rounds of proposals or interviews, those decisions can be further delayed. When to Assess Instead?

Grant Writing

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.

Funding

RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The funding opportunity announcement is like a window into the federal government agency and allows you to gather intel and critical information needed to prepare for your federal grant submission. Its not just about putting together a nice evaluation plan in your proposal, but also about how data collection will get done in real time.

Award

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This involves exploring various sources, including online databases, local foundations, and government resources. Government Resources Federal and state programs dedicated to funding. Prepare Required Documents : Common documents include project proposals, budgets, resumes, and letters of support.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 27, 2025

Consider exploring corporate sponsorships, individual donors, and private foundations in addition to government grants. At Just Write Grants , were here to help you craft compelling grant proposals and fundraising strategies that resonate with funders in any political climate.

Grant Writing

Grant Writer Team

APRIL 17, 2025

Your Next Grant Starts with the Right Preparation Crafting a winning grant proposal takes effort, planning, and the right support. A strong proposal depends on having the right information at hand and a clear strategy in place. 10 Steps to Strengthen Your Next Grant Proposal 1. That is why GrantWriterTeam is here for you.

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

A grant is a financial award provided by a government, foundation, or organization to support a specific project or initiative. The grant application process necessitates a clear understanding of requirements and the impact of the proposed project on the community or field of study. Understanding Grants What is a Grant?

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Consultants work closely with clients to develop compelling proposals highlighting their mission, objectives, and the impact of their projects. Below are some key benefits: Benefit Description Expertise Consultants bring years of experience and knowledge in grant writing, increasing the quality of proposals.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Major giving : A fundraising CRM provides analytics insights with AI to predict which prospects are likely to donate a major gift , allowing you to make asks based on accurate suggested amounts, track proposals, and record high-touch interactions. But depending strictly on grant funding can be particularly challenging for a number of reasons.

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 8, 2025

AI can automate labor-intensive tasks and improve the quality of grant proposals, but ethical considerations are critical to maintaining trust and credibility in highly regulated sectors. Proposal Drafting: AI can create drafts tailored to specific funding agencies, improving alignment with solicitation requirements.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

If your grant proposal was rejected, don’t be discouraged! Was there something I forgot in my proposal? Community Service Grants to Benefit Eligible Communities : Grants of up to $50,000 to nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects to benefit residents in eligible communities. The good news?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Non-profit organizations should first explore local foundations, community organizations, and government programs that may offer grant funding. Community Foundation of XYZ Government Programs Public funds designated for specific initiatives or groups. Utilize tools and databases for finding relevant opportunities. Avoid jargon.

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Definition of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to fund specific projects or programs. Grant Type Description Government Grants Funds provided by federal, state, or local governments for various initiatives. Refer to basics of grant writing for more insights.

Grant Writing

Strategic Grants

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The program supports projects proposed by individuals and or organisations and or communities who would otherwise be limited by the constraints of other funding programs. The grant supports projects/activities/events proposed by individuals, groups, or communities who may not be eligible to apply for other grants. Find out more.

Grants

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Doing your foundation or government grants keep falling off the bottom of the list, impacting your grant proposal submissions. This is especially true if you are interested in a federal or state government grant. A strong grant consultant offers expertise across sectors, ensuring successful grant proposals.

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