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Projected Grant Writing Trends for 2025: What Nonprofits Need to Know

Just Write Grants

Advanced analytics tools will help organizations present compelling evidence of their impact. Predictive Analytics : Grant seekers will use predictive analytics to identify potential funding opportunities and tailor proposals based on trends and funder preferences.

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Blackbaud Grantmaking: Examining the Past, the Present, and the Future

Blackbaud

MicroEdge was established back in 1985 and released their Grants Management Software “GIFTS Online” in 2009. The post Blackbaud Grantmaking: Examining the Past, the Present, and the Future first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. Blackbaud acquired MicroEdge and inherited what we now know as Blackbaud Grantmaking in 2014.

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From Napkin to Narrative: How Program Design Powers Grant Success

Grant Professionals Association

Before AI, cloud-based platforms, and fancy grant management software, grant writing was a hands-on, paper-filled, finger-cramping journey. Imagine this: you’re mid-lunch, a lightbulb moment strikes, and you grab the nearest napkin to jot down your genius idea, sandwiched between a ketchup stain and a coffee ring.

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How Nonprofits Should Measure Impact and ROI Before Submitting Grant Proposals

Just Write Grants

Present Impact Projections with Outcomes and Outputs Funders are looking for programs that will create meaningful change, not just deliver services. To showcase this, present both the outputs (e.g., "200 students trained") and outcomes (e.g., “80% 80% of participants secure employment within 6 months”).

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Need a New Grant Management System? 5 Tips for Selecting the Best GMS for Your Foundation

Blackbaud

But inertia is not an option when your grant programs outgrow your current solution, or your vendor sunsets the software you use, like Salesforce is doing with their grant management software, FoundationConnect. If a system doesn’t have one of these, or it requires a workaround, it’s a non-starter.

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What is Grant Writing: Master the Art of Winning Proposals

Allied Grant Writers

A well-laid-out proposal shows professionalism and boosts your chances of getting funding through clear presentation of ideas. What is a grant proposal? A grant proposal convinces a funding organization to support your project or program. Technology integration plays a vital role in modern grant writing.

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From Data Deluge to Impactful Decisions: Mastering Data in Grantmaking

Blackbaud

The sheer volume of data, in its diverse and often incompatible formats, presents a significant challenge. Here are some actionable tips for implementing effective data management strategies: Standardize Data Collection: Develop consistent formats for applications, reports, and other data collection points.