Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

Picture this: the grant deadline is in 48 hours. If you’ve been in the grant-writing game for more than five minutes, you already know the real bottleneck isnt your writing skills. Or convinced the grant wont be funded anyway, so why bother? Heres why: the people youre depending on dont need the grant to happen.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 8, 2025

Theres nothing more maddening than trying to write a winning grant for a program that isnt even nailed down yet. Smart grant writers dont play that game. Funders can smell a vague, incoherent proposal from a mile away. You do pull proposals out of a hat. Sound familiar? Yeah, its the worst. Heres how: 1.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 2, 2025

Securing grant funding is a primary goal for many nonprofit organizations. However, crafting a grant proposal that will get results presents a significant challenge. A strong proposal needs to be clear, concise, and tailored to a funder’s priorities. So, why is it so difficult to write winning proposals?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Its two weeks before a federal grant deadline , and you just learned about the opportunity and that you are eligible to apply for grant funding. Doing your foundation or government grants keep falling off the bottom of the list, impacting your grant proposal submissions. What to look for in a grant consultant?

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Grant writers, raise your hand if youve ever opened an old proposal and discovered that the current executive director left two years agoand your orgs mission statement has since gone through three rewrites and a rebrand. Keeping the organizational grant story updated can feel like trying to change a tire while the cars still moving.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Government grant-making policies are shifting the entire world of grants. These grant trends encourage positive changes in society. For example, making grants more accessible by utilizing an online application process. In truth, this is one of the many reasons GrantWatch lists grants for nonprofits and businesses alike.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 7, 2025

GrantWatch knows that grants play an important role in supporting initiatives that strengthen families and communities. In facts, these grants help create opportunities for families to bond, communicate, and thrive. The database houses nearly 900 grants listed in its Sports and Recreation grant listing category.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

What are matching grants and why should you want them? Some funders require grant seekers to raise a portion of the needed funding. The purpose of a matching grant is to encourage the recipient to increase its revenue and broaden its support base. In addition, GrantWatch has dozens of available matching grants.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

Lets face itmost grant proposals sound the same. So how do experienced grant writers keep things fresh without breaking the rules? Innovation in grant writing isnt about gimmicks. But if your proposal doesnt feel human, its already behind. Great grant writers know how to weave a story. Simple: they innovate.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Presenting 10 Stellar Small Business Grants for entrepreneurs this December! As the year comes to an end, it is the perfect time for all starry-eyed entrepreneurs to take the leap and look for grant funding. For every rising star there is a grant to help propel your business to untold new heights. You dont want to miss this.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

At GrantWatch , we feature a wide range of grants specifically aimed at closing the gap for minority entrepreneurs. In fact, we have over 2,000 active grants in our BIPOC listing category. Minority Business Owners Grants Black Business Accelerator Opportunity for Black business owners to participate in a business accelerator.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

AUGUST 23, 2024

Top 3 Nonprofit Grant Acquisition Strategies We love helping nonprofit organizations win grants! When one of our clients attains a top-level grant after a highly competitive process, we celebrate! (My We look forward to watching TNOYS transform the lives of young people through the opportunities this grant makes available.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits are among the most sought-after grants, and for good reason. Foundation application processes are often simpler than government grants, making them more accessible. Plus, foundation grants tend to have fewer restrictions, allowing for greater flexibility in how funds are used.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Make a global impact with international grants! International grants have the potential to provide a global impact in a variety of areas. It’s important to know the breadth and scope of international grant funding currently available. International Grants and Fellowships with Global Impact 1.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 10, 2024

There are last chance grants available on GrantWatch! Sometimes, it can be frustrating when you find a grant that’s perfect for your needs, but the deadline has already passed and it’s too late to submit your grant proposal. Grants That Will Soon Expire 1. Grants for Projects to Restore Ecosystems!

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

Web searches are powerful tools, and we should never take for granted the privilege of living in a time in which the breadth of human history and knowledge is freely available through our computer, tablet, or phones. What I dont do, though, is rely on Google to find the best grant opportunities for my clients, and neither should you.

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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. This is just one more reason to utilize translation grants to reduce language barriers.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

How a Grant Consultant Can Amplify the Impact of Your Fundraising Team Many different staff positions fulfill fundraising duties. Alex Dunn, CFRE, is a grant consultant who founded the company Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates to help busy nonprofits save time and money while maximizing their grant funding.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 2, 2025

As we approach 2025, the grant writing landscape is set to evolve significantly. In this blog post, well explore the key grant writing trends anticipated for 2025, including technological advancements, shifting priorities, and emerging best practices. Increased Use of Data Analytics 1.1 Shift Towards Collaborative Funding Models 3.1

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Strategic Grants

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

In honour of Mardi Gras, we are sharing some upcoming grant opportunities focused on initiatives supporting the LGBTQIA+ communities. Pride Foundation Australia Small Grants Program Open all year round with particular cut off dates throughout the year for assessment purposes. Maximum grant value is $2,000. Find out more.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 6, 2025

In the grant world, its easy to just look at the bottom line, asking yourself How much money did we raise from grants this year? But there is so much more to your grants story if you look a little closer. Here are 5 ways to assess the growth of your grants program that may result in a more telling story.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 10, 2024

We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What is the secret to successful grant writing?” Align yourself with your organization’s highest intentions, and ensure your grant writer knows how to tell a compelling story that connects the dots between your needs and the funder’s interests.

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GrantNews

APRIL 24, 2025

Because of this, GrantWatch lists child protection grants that help nonprofits combat child abuse. Because of this, grant-makers provide funding to schools, education programs, libraries , community-based nonprofits, and even healthcare providers. Grants to Cover Medical Expenses for Children Grants to individuals for medical expenses.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 1, 2025

Our team at DH Leonard Consulting is always trying to think of new ways to “Don’t Let Grants Stress You Out,” whether you are a grant-writing client, a grant-training participant, or a broader member of our community. And I’m not surprisedbecause after all, Grant Professionals are Superheroes.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. This article breaks the grant lifecycle into two main phases: the pre-award phase and the post-award phase. Ensure compliance.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

during this time, yet foundation grants remained stable through economic changes. Writing grants requires organizations to analyze their audience, gather data, build compelling stories, and submit polished proposals. Grants go to organizations based on merit, not just need. What does a grant writer do?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Grants are an integral lifeline for many nonprofits, providing the necessary funding to launch new initiatives, sustain critical programs, and ensure operational stability. For some organizations, a well-timed grant can be the spark that ignites growth. The reality is that while grants are valuable, they aren’t guaranteed.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? A grant is a financial contribution from an entity to support projects that align with its mission. The “funding source” or “grant maker” is the organization providing the funds. Where Does Grant Funding Come From?

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 21, 2024

As a grant writer, I have applied a lot of their ideas to benefit the clients we serve at Drew & Associates. The question is how can we apply these ideas to improving a proposal cover letter? My view is that if we make a mistake with the grant reader’s name, then we immediately make a bad impression.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 27, 2025

Understanding these changes and adapting your grant writing and fundraising strategies can position your organization for continued success while staying true to your mission. Consider exploring corporate sponsorships, individual donors, and private foundations in addition to government grants.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Decoding Grant Writing Understanding the Basics of Grants Grants are financial awards provided by government agencies, foundations, or corporations that do not require repayment. Understanding what constitutes a grant is essential for applicants. Understanding what constitutes a grant is essential for applicants.

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GrantNews

JUNE 5, 2025

Grants are often seen as a golden opportunity – “free money” for individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits (with the average grant size varying greatly depending on the type of organization and the source of funding). But while the appeal is clear, the actual odds of securing a grant can be far less so.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2025

nonprofits report receiving government grants. Some nonprofits anticipating reimbursement from such grants may have already spent funds from this years budget. Seeking foundation grants require a different approach from applying for government grants: one that is grounded in relationship building and trust.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Foster care grants are vital for supporting the more than 368,000 children and youth currently in the foster care system. As a result, GrantWatch has grants open for applications that provide support for children in foster care and youths aging out of the system. Read on for a list of curated grants and the help they can provide.

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GrantNews

APRIL 11, 2025

Grant funding is integral to researchers who want to discover breakthroughs in cancer research. However, there are plenty of Foundations that support cancer research with grant funding. The database houses thousands of grant. Grants for Breakthroughs in Cancer Research 1. Grants for Research Addressing Cancer!

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 12, 2025

What Do Grant-Makers Look for in Grant Applications? Grants offer essential, non-repayable funding opportunities, and GrantWriterTeam knows how to help you locate and apply to grant opportunities for your cause. However, a strong, strategic application can set your proposal apart.

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 5, 2025

Want to make your grant proposal POP? With millions of dollars in grant funding available each year, why do so many nonprofits still get turned down? The answer often lies in the proposal. A standout grant proposal isnt just well-written; its strategically crafted to connect, convince, and compel funders to say yes.

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