Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

She has personally written awarded grants of over $150 million in the last twenty years and managed many of these grants for school districts, institutions of higher education, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and municipalities.

GPC

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In fact, wages, salaries, rent, debt, and general operating costs are often listed as ineligible expenses. A “payroll grant” is a financial award given to a business or nonprofit to give them the capital they need to cover their payroll expenses. So, what exactly are payroll grants where can you find them?

Grant

Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 25, 2025

Let’s explore the five most frequent errors nonprofits encounter—and the exact strategies to correct them for stronger, more competitive submissions. If allowed, include both direct and indirect costs. Tie each cost to a purpose: Funders should be able to see how each expense contributes to your goals. The good news?

Proposal

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Supporting Community Development and Social Justice Initiatives Many grants specifically target nonprofit organizations engaged in community services, education, and social justice initiatives. Websites such as Grants.gov , the Foundation Center, and regional nonprofit resource centers are excellent starting points.

Funding

Candid

JUNE 5, 2025

Building a nonprofit budget can be intimidating, not only for new projects or organizations but for all nonprofits when the fundraising outlook is uncertain. The basics of developing a nonprofit budget Once you have a grasp of the different types of nonprofit budgets and their building blocks, the process won’t seem intimidating.

Budget

Blackbaud

JULY 15, 2025

It’s important to understand the different types of costs inherent in running a nonprofit organization, how those costs relate to each other, and what those costs indicate about your organization as compared to others. Program costs are why you exist as a nonprofit. That sounds pretty terrible.

Indirect Cost

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

The nonprofit sector gets nearly 31.8% ” This shows how nonprofits use grants as tools to deal with critical issues in their communities. List personnel costs (salaries/benefits), travel, equipment, supplies, and indirect costs when allowed. This makes becoming skilled at proposal writing significant.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Budgets should include: Direct Costs : Expenses that can be directly attributed to the project, such as salaries, materials, and equipment. Indirect Costs : Overhead costs, such as utilities and administrative expenses. Budget Component Description Direct Costs Expenses directly related to the project.

Grant Writing

PKS Grants & Accounting Solutions

JULY 9, 2018

Nonprofits Guide to Applying and Negotiating an Indirect Cost Rate In the previous article, we learned “ Why Your Organization Needs A Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate? ” Final rate - This is applicable to a specified past period which is based on the actual costs of the period. Let’s begin. See 2 CFR 200.19

Indirect Cost

Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

With a fund accounting software system designed for nonprofits, you can fully track all your grants, especially restricted grants, in one place. Understand Your Indirect Costs Tracking and allocating your indirect costs is one of the most tedious aspects of grant applications and reporting.

Indirect Cost

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

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. Tip 4: Calculate your indirect cost or make an intentional decision to use the de minimis rate.

Government

Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Have you ever wondered what indirect costs entail, or heard the term “de minimus rate” and questioned what that means? These indirect costs can be allocated to grant proposals. The key is knowing how your organization’s policy and procedure for allocating indirect costs and what this entails.

Indirect Cost

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2023

So many nonprofits found 2023 to be particularly stressful. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year. It gives your nonprofit breathing room when a problem or a new opportunity arises.

Indirect Cost

RBW Strategy

JUNE 24, 2024

In addition to developing and submitting a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement, our team developed policies and procedures that are compliant with federal policy requirements. See more Case Studies Biopharmaceutical Company Maryland Nonprofits Let’s work together SCHEDULE A CALL Create a more sustainable future.

Indirect Cost

RBW Strategy

JUNE 3, 2024

In addition to developing and submitting a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement, our team developed policies and procedures that are compliant with federal policy requirements. See more Case Studies Biopharmaceutical Company Maryland Nonprofits Let’s work together SCHEDULE A CALL Create a more sustainable future.

Indirect Cost

The NonProfit Times

MAY 28, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore effective grant budgeting strategies that nonprofits can implement to strengthen their grant applications, increase their chances of success, and ultimately, make a greater impact in their communities. One strategy for maximizing cost-effectiveness is to explore volunteer support to supplement grant funds.

Budget

Candid

JUNE 9, 2022

Budgets can be one of the most intimidating aspects of grantseeking and nonprofit management, especially for new projects or organizations—most of us don’t have accounting degrees after all! For small nonprofits, the project proposal and organization-wide budgets might be the same. . Don’t know where to begin? Others include: .

Budget

RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

De Minimis Indirect Cost Rate Increase (§200.414): For those recipients (and subrecipients) who do not have a negotiated indirect cost rate agreement in place, this is welcome news. As overhead and administrative costs grow, organizations often scramble to find ways to recoup this funding.

UEI

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As your nonprofit starts to blossom, don’t be surprised if you are conflicted over how much to spend on nonprofit administration, especially fundraising. But you have to spend some money on running your nonprofit. Overspending on fundraising is NOT the problem I see most often in small nonprofits, though. And fundraising.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

APRIL 4, 2024

Let’s face it—budget planning can cause a lot of stress and anxiety for nonprofits. Calculating indirect costs can be challenging. Do we have the funds this year to maintain our programs? And what do we do if the answer is “no”?

Finance

Tech Soup

JANUARY 29, 2015

Think of the words "overhead" and "nonprofits" and what comes to mind? First Steps: Accounting for Program Costs. If the nonprofit sector is going to change the conversation about overhead, the sector first needs to foster a more honest discussion about responsible accounting. For example, Ms.

Indirect Cost

GrantNews

JANUARY 11, 2024

Debunking myths about nonprofits means making sure to get the facts straight about nonprofits. One of the favorite myths about nonprofits is the idea that they are ‘nice to have’ because they ‘do good things.’ One of every 10 employees works for a nonprofit organization.

Indirect Cost

GiveSmart

MARCH 12, 2024

With in-person events as a cornerstone fundraiser for many nonprofits, nonprofits are always looking for ways to raise more all while spending less. With two out of three nonprofits feeling pressured to increase revenue streams, it is increasingly important to ensure your fundraising events are driving revenue for your mission.

Indirect Cost

Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

If you are wondering how to get started, consider showcasing the information in your Candid nonprofit profile. Your project budget will ideally mirror the associated direct and indirect costs of the items outlined in your project description, such as staffing, rent, supplies, promotion, and the like.

Proposal

Candid

JULY 13, 2023

Nonprofit work means paperwork. There are four major documents that you may need to create if your nonprofit is looking for funding. Anticipated expenses: Direct costs, like staff time, consultants, supplies, equipment, and evaluation (such as conducting surveys or collecting feedback).

Proposal

Blackbaud

AUGUST 20, 2024

There are several exciting times of the year for nonprofit finance professionals—budget season, audits, year-end close. Change is something nonprofit organizations, foundations, and schools understand all too well. But one of our favorites is right around the corner: bbcon 2024!

Finance

Blackbaud

APRIL 8, 2024

While nonprofits will hopefully see an increase in unrestricted funds—and a decrease in burdensome reporting requirements—as part of this and other movements, good nonprofit accounting principles still apply. Many don’t cover operating costs or have a small allotment for indirect costs such as salaries, insurance, and utilities.

Funding

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

The Financial Edge is a nonprofit accounting software that understands how nonprofits work and adapts to their unique needs. With The Financial Edge, nonprofits can manage reporting, grants, restricted funds, nonprofit-specific workflows, and collaboration with the fundraising department. Eastern time. Grants Management).

Software

Greater Giving

JANUARY 21, 2025

As a nonprofit professional, youre likely all too familiar with overhead costs. However, when you understand overhead costs and how to manage them, you can be more confident in your spending decisions and be more transparent with stakeholders. To begin, lets break down exactly what overhead costs are.

Management

Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

Be sure to include both direct and indirect costs. You won’t be asking people to support your nonprofit, but asking them to help you provide food to needy families or after-school care to at-risk kids. It’s full of easy-to-implement fundraising strategies designed to help you raise big money for your nonprofit.

Fundraising

Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

The Financial Edge is a nonprofit accounting software that understands how nonprofits work and adapts to their unique needs. With The Financial Edge, nonprofits can manage reporting, grants, restricted funds, nonprofit-specific workflows, and collaboration with the fundraising department. Eastern time. Grants Management).

Software

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

If hearing about nonprofit budgets makes you cringe a little ( or a lot ), keep reading. In 2024, the grant landscape for nonprofits has evolved significantly, emphasizing the need for meticulous financial planning and transparent budgeting to meet funder expectations. We’ve got you.

Budget

Allied Grant Writers

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Whether you’re a nonprofit organization seeking support for a community project, a researcher looking to fund your next study, or a small business owner exploring grant opportunities, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the art and science of crafting a winning grant proposal. Include both direct costs (e.g.,

Proposal

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 20, 2024

Grant writing is an invaluable skill that opens doors to funding opportunities, enabling nonprofits, researchers, and various organizations to achieve their goals. Itemize and justify each cost associated with the project, from direct costs like materials and labor to indirect costs such as administrative expenses.

Grant Writing

Peak Proposals

AUGUST 1, 2023

While particularly relevant for academic institutions, where more than one faculty member or department may be interested in pursuing an opportunity, this question can also arise in larger nonprofit organizations with multiple programmatic units. Most funders list their policy on indirects in the solicitations.

Funding

Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Our blog posts typically focus on grant strategies for nonprofit institutions. However, many of the principles will also apply to researchers based outside of the US as well as to nonprofits. NICRA covers indirect costs (facilities and administrative costs) and fringe benefit expenses.

Funding

Candid

AUGUST 29, 2023

So, in this blog, I’m leveraging my PhD in Psychology to share a bit about what burnout is, why it seems to be everywhere in the nonprofit world, and what organizations, leaders, and individuals can do about it. This description applies to many, if not most, nonprofits. Unfortunately, an undisputable trend these days is burnout.

Burnout