GrantNews

MAY 7, 2025

Starting a nonprofit has to be more than a passion project, it needs to be a structured process that requires planning, paperwork, and persistence. Pro Tip: Just because an organization isn’t making a profit doesn’t mean it qualifies as a nonprofit. The post Starting a Nonprofit? Ready to begin your grant search?

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JUNE 21, 2025

Find and win more grants for your nonprofit! ​Teresa Huff is a nonprofit grant strategist and a grant writer mentor/coach. ​Teresa Huff is a nonprofit grant strategist and a grant writer mentor/coach. She has helped nonprofits triple their funding. Try 14-days free Create your Instrumentl account using the link above.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 21, 2025

Nonprofit hiring managers offer their top job-application tips. Baron Getty Images Nonprofit hiring managers offer their top job-application tips.

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Professional Grant Writers

AUGUST 22, 2023

A letter of inquiry (LOI) is often the first step to opening a conversation with a grantmaker and — hopefully — receiving funding. The post What to include in your letter of inquiry (LOI) appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Do you know how to write an engaging LOI to make a strong first impression on potential funders? GrantWatch knows that a well-crafted Letter of Intent (LOI) is often your first step to securing vital grant funding. Understanding the nuances of what it takes to write an LOI is key. What Is an LOI or Letter of Intent?

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 31, 2023

You may be noticing that there are many foundations asking for an LOI before requesting a full grant proposal. A funding source also uses an LOI to determine if applicants align with their vision mission. Additionally, organizations also use the LOI to assess how much staff is needed in order to review the upcoming proposals.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

APRIL 25, 2025

Think creatively about what you can do, use AI tools wisely, and more tips from experts. Baron Getty Images Think creatively about what you can do, use AI tools wisely, and more tips from experts.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Considering that most nonprofits seeking grant funding have limited budgets, it is vital to their fundraising goals to ensure that they are utilizing their resources as efficiently as possible to ensure their best possible chances of success. The RFP identifies the best candidates to apply for a grant. And the best part?

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GrantNews

AUGUST 29, 2024

thefactsite.com, “ Facts About Maryland “) Community and Economic Development Grants for the State of Maryland Grants to eligible Maryland nonprofits and government agencies for program-support/emergency-assistance. There are grants of up to $10,000 to Maryland nonprofits to benefit disadvantaged communities.

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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. Letters of inquiry (LOI) If you’re new to fundraising and grant writing, you may have not heard the term letter of inquiry , or LOI. Honestly, when you do, it’s good news.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Grant funding is an essential part of fundraising for nonprofit organizations. While many nonprofits rely on grant funding for a significant portion of revenue, how nonprofits fill their grant writing needs varies significantly from organization to organization. This bill is too expensive for many nonprofits.

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Candid

APRIL 19, 2022

Like most nonprofits, we have limited staff and bandwidth and wanted to pursue efforts that had a good chance of success. Fueled by passion for our mission, she made lists of the most likely supporters and then got to work, sending out 300 letters of intent (LOIs) to potential funders in New York with an interest in horses.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Just in time for February, you can gift this book to a teacher, grant writer, executive director, or manager of a nonprofit. Finally, I end the book with a demonstration of an LOI letter of inquiry using ChatGPT as a refining tool and include my thoughts on Artificial Intelligence and the future of grant writing.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Seriously though, in my 25+ years in nonprofit fundraising, I have met many more introverts than extroverts who gravitate toward grant writing and management versus individual donors or special events. I recently followed Tip #1 detailed below for a client, and it led us through a quick invitation to an LOI followed by a site visit.

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Grant Writer Team

AUGUST 29, 2024

After all, as a member of a nonprofit or even a small business, you have other issues that need your immediate attention. Organization Status Grant opportunities exist for individuals and for-profit businesses, but many are exclusive to nonprofits or organizations with 501c3 tax-exempt status. An LOI is a synopsis of your application.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Or perhaps, your nonprofit needs to improve your facility ? A host of Nonprofits , Businesses , and Individuals are eligible to apply for grant funding but lack to resources to write the application. Writing LOIs and budget proposals. To do that, you need to clearly define why your organization needs funding.

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GrantNews

APRIL 10, 2024

Grants are available for summer camp tuition, special services, and home equipment which is not covered by insurance, as well as specialized classes, Grants to nonprofits, school districts for projects to serve underrepresented youth with mental health issues, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or substance use disorder.

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Candid

AUGUST 25, 2022

As is often the case for smaller nonprofits, everyone was involved in development. Dave kindly met with me for a one-on-one training session on Candid’s resources, and I was absolutely amazed by what was available to nonprofits for free through the library. My journey to become a fundraiser has paid off.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 12, 2024

State of Connecticut Community and Economic Development Grants and In-kind Support Grants to eligible Connecticut nonprofits and municipalities to improve the quality-of-life for local residents. There are grants to eligible Connecticut nonprofits for programs and projects to benefit local residents.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Learn how to write compelling Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) with practical advice from grant experts. Discover essential tips from recorded events with Arnisha Johnson and Margit Brazda Poirier to increase your chances of success in securing funding for your nonprofit.

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GrantNews

JUNE 24, 2024

Grants for the State’s Community and Economic Development Grants to eligible South Carolina municipalities, government agencies, and nonprofits for conservation projects. A Letter of Intent (LOI) must be submitted prior to applying. In addition, grants to eligible South Carolina nonprofits to enhance local communities.

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GrantNews

JULY 23, 2024

There are grants of up to $60,000 to nonprofit domestic violence and animal organizations to ensure accommodations for pets of domestic violence survivors. Grants of up to $20,000 to nonprofits to promote animal welfare. Also, grants of up to $2,500 to eligible nonprofits for projects benefitting local communities.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 5, 2024

State of Georgia Community and Economic Development Grants and In-kind Support Grants to eligible Georgia nonprofits for financial-literacy/young-people’s well-being. There are grants to eligible Georgia nonprofits to benefit communities. Priority is for National-level nonprofits to apply.

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Grant Writer Team

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs): A nationally accredited public or nonprofit institution providing instruction beyond secondary education. Letter of Intent (LOI): Often the first step in a grant application process for some private funding sources (i.e. corporations and foundations).

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Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 30, 2022

For best results, I recommend setting a monthly goal for how many LOIs and/or grants you want to submit. I get more questions about budgets and nonprofit financial information than any other component of grant writing. 3: Create a standard grant narrative. This is an essential step of the grantseeking process.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 12, 2024

In these cases, schools can send a letter of inquiry (LOI), a formal funding request. Depending on the grantor’s preference, LOIs can be emailed or delivered by mail. An LOI contains a short organization description, a quick project pitch, and an invitation to apply. Letters of Inquiry Some grant awards are by invitation only.

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GrantNews

JUNE 5, 2024

In addition, grants to eligible nonprofits for programs to benefit medically-underserved populations. A Letter of Intent (LOI) must be submitted prior to a full grant application. There are grants to eligible nonprofits to benefit local residents.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 11, 2024

For a grant seeker, an RFP will inform them of the funder’s interests, allowing them to tailor their Letter of Intent (LOI) or full grant application to generate interest in their proposed program or activity. About GrantWriterTeam Are you a nonprofit or small business in need of some help? And the lesson here?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 5, 2024

It is the goal of DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services to assist nonprofit organizations with competitively researching, applying for, and receiving grant funding to best serve our clients and have a significant impact in their communities, taking the stress out of grant writing.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 5, 2024

It is the goal of DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services to assist nonprofit organizations with competitively researching, applying for, and receiving grant funding to best serve our clients and have a significant impact in their communities, taking the stress out of grant writing.

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GrantNews

APRIL 1, 2024

There are grants of up to $5,000 to eligible Nebraska nonprofits and government agencies to improve the quality of life for residents. There are grants to eligible Nebraska nonprofits to benefit the community and improve the quality of life for individuals and families. The award of grants will be based on service area needs.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

GrantWatch is spotlighting Ohio nonprofit grants. ” Ohioans thrive on pushing boundaries and community engagement, making grant funding essential for the continued growth of residents and the nonprofits that support them. In addition, grants up to $25,000 to Ohio nonprofits benefiting residents.

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GrantNews

JULY 30, 2024

Pets and Animal Wildlife Grants To begin, funding for nonprofit land trusts for preservation initiatives. Nonprofits and government agencies may apply and win for activities that enhance the environment. There are grants to nonprofits for programs dedicated to animal rescue/care of animals.

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GrantNews

MAY 29, 2024

Canadian Community and Economic Development Grants and Opportunities To begin, grants up to to $50,000 to nonprofits for programs to benefit vulnerable youth. Up to $50,000 to Indigenous nonprofit organizations, registered charities, and community groups for Indigenous-led programs.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Other assignments include a research-paper (where we focus on evidence-based program design), a midterm LOI written to a specific funder, a site visit presentation, and the final full proposal. This assignment allows the class to discuss how to respectfully talk about the population of focus without “othering” them.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

APRIL 16, 2023

Create a quarterly statement of work for retainer clients Since your contract for retainer work likely won’t specify which grants or LOIs you’ll write (if part of your retainer is finding the grant opportunities for them) create a quarterly statement of work.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 11, 2024

So much of grant professionals’ time is spent navigating unwritten rules of engagement - does this organization accept an LOI or do we have to be invited? Maintain Consistency: Many initiatives aimed at rallying funders and nonprofits around specific issues falter due to inconsistency. Do we have to have a relationship with a Trustee?

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