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The Peril of Relying on Government Grants

Joe Garecht Fundraising

For decades, some fundraising consultants (including me) have warned non-profits not to rely too heavily on government grants. Writing government grants takes an inordinate amount of time, and these grants involve far more legal and accounting risk than non-governmental grants. This warning was based on facts, not politics.

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Getting nonprofit boards on board: Recruiting, governance, and fundraising

Candid

This Candid webinar led by Diverse Force CEO Sulaiman W. It also highlights how good practices in governance and fiduciary duties can foster more collaboration, accountability, and effective decision making. Check out Candids upcoming webinars, including Get your board fundraising and Build the board you need.

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Blue Avocado Presents: Nonprofit Governance Training 101 – Live Q&A 

Blue Avocado

Running a nonprofit is no small challenge and good governance is essential for long-term success. Whether you’re a board member, executive director, or staffer looking to boost your organizations impact, join us for Nonprofit Governance Training 101.

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Fear of Losing Major Long-Term Funders

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

They build a funding portfolio with multiple sourcesfoundation grants, corporate sponsors, government contractsso theyre not devastated if one big fish swims away. Stay competitive with workshops, webinars, and fresh professional development. You need a backup plan. Thats why experienced grant writers constantly diversify.

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5 Steps to Strengthen Your Grantmaking Organization’s Data Governance

Blackbaud

A strong data governance framework helps you build confidence in your data so you can make more informed decisions and be prepared for unexpected changes. In our webinar with grantmaking consultant Lisa Tacker, she highlighted the importance of data governance for grantmakers and how to incorporate it into your organization.

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13 Tips for Ensuring Government Grant Compliance for Your Nonprofit Organization

Blackbaud

In our webinar with Rachel Werner and James Spencer from RBW Strategy, they covered steps to help nonprofits that receive—or are looking to start receiving—government grant funding. Knowing how you want to handle indirect costs before you apply for government grants will speed up the application and reporting processes.

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Strong boards make strong nonprofits: What you need to know

Candid

A nonprofit is more like a public company than a private enterprise in that it’s governed by a board of directors as well as its executive team. Candid recently debuted two webinars on nonprofit boards: How to Build Your Board and Your Board and Fundraising (to be offered in 2025.)