Blackbaud

JANUARY 17, 2024

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. Has it been a while since you last did a grant management system implementation?

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Instrumentl

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Discover the essentials of nonprofit grant management, from application to compliance and reporting. Ensure the successful execution of grant-funded projects with proper tools and training.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Grants management is a complex field that requires specialized knowledge and skills. This article highlights the top grants management training courses, workshops, and self-guided resources available to help grants managers enhance their skills and expertise.

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Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

Require reviewers to participate in training so you create a consistent understanding of the requirements and rubric. Your training should also show them how to apply the requirements based on the goals of the program. How to Avoid It To address and avoid technology issues, first understand what youre asking your reviewers to do.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 14, 2025

Id like to say that learning the principles of grant management, professional development opportunities and fruitful networking sold me on GPA. As a new fundraiser, I was fortunate to be a member of fundraising organizations that helped me find my feet. Instead, it was a holiday dinner.

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Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

AGS also offers several on-demand webinars on a variety of topics to support the full grant cycle, including grant budgeting, compliance, and grant management to help guide you through the full grant cycle. Visit our website to explore more resources and sign up for our training newsletter.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 13, 2024

Finding the Perfect Software for Your Nonprofit Ah, grant management! In the vibrant nonprofit world, where grant processes seem to twist and turn like a labyrinth, having the right grant management software isn’t just helpful—it’s a game changer. Why Bother with Grant Management Software?

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A huge thank you to Audrey Kidwell, Grants Manager for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, for providing many of the resources and tips included in this article. Host training sessions for basic skills such as CPR and first aid. Hurricanes. Prolonged droughts. Climate events are no longer a once-in-a-generation occurrence.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2025

Here is a breakdown of the different types of grant reviews, who is involved, what programs they work best for, and what to keep in mind with each type. Once an application is submitted, a grants manager or administrative staff member conducts a quick review to confirm the submission is complete and accurate.

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Now, the work of keeping a grant begins. This work is rooted in grant management, relationship building, and stewardship. There is a way you can write a grant to set your organization up for success during the grant writing phase. ® Grant Writing Training and discounted services here.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Often when grant professionals come into new roles, they are responsible for standing up the new grant management function at their organization. If this includes the capacity to manage grants with a federal origin, the task can be daunting. Many federal agencies offer regular training webinars too.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 17, 2024

I have been in chat rooms and webinars with people who are new to the grants profession and have been asked to stand up the grants management function for their organization. I spent many years as a successful grant professional and managed grants that were not from public sources.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The professional development I attended this year included sessions on grant management, project management, change management, business branding, and the relevance of credentials to the field of higher education.

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Grant Consulting Services

AUGUST 31, 2023

Because nonprofits rely on grant funding, systems must be in place to properly manage and maintain that funding as part of the grant lifecycle. So, how do we manage grants? What is Grant Management? Three benefits of having a streamlined grant management process are: 1. 2022, June 15).

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Fundraising HayDay

MARCH 20, 2025

- eCFR :: 2 CFR Part 200 -- Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards Update guidance of federal funders, and material used by Fundraising HayDay to help create this episode: Housing and Urban Development - [link] CFR 200 Changes 2020 vs 2024 breakdown Environmental Protection Agency - Whats New (..)

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Today, Blackbaud Grantmaking’s SKY API capabilities are centered around financial data, like grant amounts and remaining balance. You can already share that information with your financial system while also pulling data like payment date or payment type into your grant management system.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 10, 2025

Provide guidance and recommendations for training on the Boards fiduciary responsibilities, such as how to read a form 990 and the financial audit. Check out our next product tour to see how Blackbaud Grantmaking can help you manage your relationships and amplify your impact.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

For further resources, consider exploring articles like how to apply for a grant or grant writing workshops to enhance skills in effective budgeting for grants. This section discusses the essential aspects of managing grant funds, including tracking expenses, making budget revisions, and understanding reporting requirements.

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Candid

JUNE 5, 2025

The article also points you to additional Candid resources on developing a nonprofit budget, including our free trainings: What do funders look for in grant proposal budgets? Five green flags for funders in your grant proposal. The good news is that budgets arent as complicated as most people fear, she writes.

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AmpliFund

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

However, while the IIJA provides resources to much-needed programs and projects, this surge in funding introduces a complex set of challenges for local, state, and tribal grant managers, who are tasked with navigating a larger scope of grant opportunities, adhering to specific program requirements, and managing increased funding volumes.

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AmpliFund

DECEMBER 28, 2023

If you’d like to access more, or find a specific topic, visit our new Learning Hub today Grant Management Resources for All: The Essential Guide to Grants Management Develop a comprehensive understanding of the complex world of grants management and create a strong process using the solutions, tips, and best practices within this guide.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Too often, grant management is seen as a scary, messy aspect of grant funding, and we have a vague understanding of the requirements or components. In the nonprofit field, it’s common for staff to be put in a role where they manage grants but might not have the knowledge or resources to understand what that entails.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

If you have ever flinched at the mention of policies and procedures, conflict of interest, or grant reporting, we may be able to help take the fear out of grant management. Too often, grant management is seen as scary and messy, with staff hesitant to learn because they may uncover more than they know how to handle.

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AmpliFund

MARCH 13, 2024

Ensure that you have SOPs and communicate the policies well with the right training to support your team. Then consider how your budget and plans impact each stage of your grant lifecycle—and how each phase impacts your budget and plans. Ultimately, having the right processes in place is essential to be able to stick with this plan.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

By now, I hope you are realizing grant management doesn’t have to be a scary web of confusing topics and rules. With this grant management series, I aim to outline some of the commonly seen issues and provide resources to learn more. NGMA divides the grant lifecycle into three phases: pre-award, award, and post-award.

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Candid

MAY 8, 2025

Ensure communities have comprehensive support to pursue self-determined prioritiesincluding providing training, offering grant management advice or facilitating strategic relationships. Dont fund and then neglect. Funding matters, but its not everything.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Interfaith Initiatives: These grants are often designed to foster collaboration between various religious organizations on issues like poverty, education, and healthcare. Identifying Grants: Research Strategies for Church Leaders Finding the right grants requires diligent research and a systematic approach.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 3, 2024

Surely it can write grants…right? Lately, it seems I can hardly open a newsletter, attend a training, or look at a conference schedule without seeing the word AI popping up everywhere. Since AI writing has become more accessible and received a lot of very positive press, you may be wondering if AI can write grants for you.

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Qgiv

MARCH 29, 2023

Google Ad Grants for nonprofits can be a powerful FREE solution for any eligible charitable organization, but proper management is key to maximizing the opportunity. Since 2011, Give Back Nation’s Google Certified Ad Grant Manager team has helped over 5,400 nonprofits manage their Ad Grants.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Organizations may find relevant opportunities through non-profit grant money sources. Capacity-Building Grants Capacity-building grants focus on strengthening an organization’s infrastructure. These funds may be used for training staff, improving technology, or developing strategic plans.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

To showcase this, present both the outputs (e.g., "200 students trained") and outcomes (e.g., “80% Assess your current readiness for this specific grant and communicate any systems you have in place for tracking outcomes, managing funds, and reporting. 80% of participants secure employment within 6 months”).

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Candid

JANUARY 21, 2025

In my more than 20 years as a philanthropy grants manager, nonprofit executive, and consultant, Ive seen how technology decisions can either amplify equity or entrench existing barriers. Philanthropy can prioritize grants for under-resourced organizations to implement AI solutions that address their specific challenges.

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Blackbaud

MAY 15, 2024

Use the Resources Already at Your Fingertips The grant management system we use, Blackbaud Grantmaking , already has many processes and flows built into the system. It provides space for training, testing, and ensuring that employees are equipped to adapt to the new process.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

Ensure Program Sustainability With a focus on the grant management, it can be easy to lose sight of how the program will continue. Lack of access, such as the Grants.gov AOR is on vacation when the grant is due, or the Two Factor Authorization code pings someone’s phone which is no longer with the organization.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

A grant management system is no place for your garbage. Without good data management examples and expectations, your team may not be aware they are making these mistakes. Lean on your grant management solution and other systems to automate and streamline your data entry and validation processes. Garbage in.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

Create a Policies and Procedures Manual Once a new employee joins your team, having a comprehensive document outlining standard procedures for data entry will make that transition much easier on both the individual and the staff members training them. Consider the level of database training the user has. Does everyone get full access?

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

You can take these short, bite-sized trainings to find answers and actionable approaches for addressing these common barriers: Why and how to collect demographic information for your organization , and Four free ways to access Candid’s demographic data.

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