Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As the senior manager of digital and data at the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation , Im always looking for new ways to eliminate friction between our organizations mission to prevent osteoporosis and my teams ability to realize it. In the past five years, we have exceeded expectations. Could you have more accurate data fields?

CRM

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

There is no simple answer to the question of whether to consider a new constituent relationship management system. Know Your Current Situation Frustrations with your CRM may be due to the limitations of the tool, but they may also be due to the way your team has chosen to use the tool, or a lack of training. What about reports?

CRM

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Train your teams to think: Would this belong in our grant story? Its managed, maintained, and shared. New partnership? Fresh program data? Staff change? Create a simple intake form or Slack channel where they can drop new info as it happensbefore it gets buried under ten email threads.

Burnout

GrantNews

JANUARY 10, 2025

Funding is for medical services, police departments, and emergency management and communication. Purchasing and Training Police Dogs ! Funding is intended to assist police departments with the overwhelming costs needed to acquire a trained canine. Grants to Attract Tourism! Professional Development in Humanities!

Grant

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Funding will address water conservation by concentrating on multiple areas, including nutrient stewardship and ecosystem management, for preservation and restoration projects to promote sustainable agriculture and best watershed management practices. Coastal Resource Management Fellowships !

Funding

Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Beyond remote volunteering, common employee engagement programs included skills-based/pro bono (92%), issue workshops and trainings (92%), volunteer grants (64%), and nonprofit board training (62%). Or a Fortune 500 company might provide professional development training to your nonprofit staff. Recruit potential board members.

Nonprofit

Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 27, 2025

But often it is the effective post-award management of these funds that builds credibility with funders and creates systems for even further growth. While these are important skills, post-award grant management is equally essential—and increasingly expected of those who serve in the profession.

Award

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Note from Diane: You know how passionate our team is about thinking about your grant management work (your post-award work) to help strengthen your grant applications (your pre-award) work. Its why we partner with MyFedTrainer.com to deliver grant writing supports and training on both the pre-award and post-award side of things.

Finance

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When your grantmaking organization first started, you didn’t need a lot of functionality to manage your single program and a handful of grantees. What vendor support and training opportunities are available? Evaluate the level of support and training the vendor provides. What does their GMS implementation look like?

Grant Management

GrantNews

JANUARY 6, 2025

In addition, there are a host of other tools available to make it easier for women entrepreneurs to research funding opportunities and manage the grant application process efficiently. In addition to funding, support includes coaching and leadership training as part of finding effective methods for scaling up.

Grant

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 12, 2025

Use project management software like Trello, Asana, or ClickUp to assign tasks, track approvals, and communicate in one place. Use grant management software like GrantHub, Amplifund, or Foundant to track spending, generate reports, and meet funder requirements without breaking a sweat. Cue the chaos.

Grant

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 29, 2025

While FEMA provides funding for disaster case management, most groups will rely on philanthropic and local support to hire and train case managers. While FEMA provides funding for disaster case management, most groups will rely on philanthropic and local support to hire and train case managers.

Management

Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2025

For instance, middle management might meet with direct reports once a week, whereas upper management hosts monthly all-hands meetings to discuss workplace-wide updates with everyone. Instead of taking months to train a new hire, you could hire a fractional leader from a nonprofit fundraising consultancy to take their place.

Consulting

Gail Perry Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Written by Gina Vaughn, Managing Consultant at Gail Perry Group. Gina Vaughn is Managing Consultant at Gail Perry Group. In 2017, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), which significantly altered the U.S. She is committed to helping mission-driven organizations achieve their full potential.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Relationship-building, communication, commitment to the cause, perseverance, creativity, and project management are all transferable skills that can be applied to fundraising. It is always a bonus if your team has personal qualities like integrity, leadership skills, and outstanding manners. Recruiting volunteers can also be a game-changer.

Funding

Blackbaud

APRIL 18, 2025

Her major donor, sponsor, and planned giving programs were using best practices throughout the entire moves management cycle , with lots of prospecting, relationship-building activities, and special high-touch interactions. Your CRM and online fundraising tools should help you with much more than transaction management.

Fundraising

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.

Policy

Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

Volunteer management software may be helpful in streamlining communications and matching volunteers with the skills needed for specific roles. Effective strategies include providing quality training, as well as matching opportunities to volunteers skills and experiences and recognizing their accomplishments.

Retainer

Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2025

Strong data management is a necessity for nonprofits juggling multiple programs, fundraisers , and outreach campaigns. In this guide, we’ll explore five data management best practices your nonprofit can implement to run more efficient fundraisers, launch more impactful programs, and cultivate stronger donor relationships.

Management

Blackbaud

MAY 13, 2025

Financial Accountability: Donors, grantors, and the public trust nonprofits to manage their finances responsibly. Risk Management: Internal controls help identify and mitigate risks, protecting the organization from financial loss and reputational damage. Examples include backup procedures, disciplinary action, and insurance.

Policy

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

According to data in NetHope’s 2024 State of Humanitarian and Development Cybersecurity Report , 65% of its nonprofit members surveyed reported experiencing a security breach in the preceding 12 months and more than half are not confident their cybersecurity is a well-managed risk. The impact can have dire consequences and lives are at risk.

Training

Candid

JANUARY 8, 2025

There are also a plethora of organizations delivering education and support for NextGen donors on philanthropy itself, such as 21/64 and the Giving Pledge, not to mention nearly every financial institution that provides wealth management advising services. Philanthropy is a source of connection and leadership training.

Pass-Through

Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2025

In most cases, misrepresentation of data does not stem from deceit, but rather from a lack of awareness, pressure to perform, or insufficient training. Cause: Lack of Data Literacy Some grant professionals or organizational staff may misuse or misunderstand data due to limited training in statistics or data interpretation.

Ethics

Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Providing transparency in budgetary needs lends credibility to your proposal and ensures accountability in financial management. ® Grant Writing Training It is crucial to itemize all expenses associated with your project, clearly indicating how the grant funds will be allocated. Let's chat Get.Grants.Better.®

Grant Writing

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.

Grant

Pamela Grow

MAY 29, 2025

This isnt about a lack of training or skill. Weve all seen it: mid-level roles that expect CDO-level strategy, major gifts portfolios, team management, event planning, marketing knowledge, and oh, can you also design a new CRM integration before Friday? As Ive learned over the years, you can train a team on proven tactics.

IT

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. Proper management ensures funds are allocated efficiently and projects deliver the intended impact. Optimize resource use. Build stronger funder relationships.

Grant

GrantNews

JULY 15, 2025

Whether you’re supporting accessibility, providing vocational training, offering therapy services, or launching inclusive education initiatives, funding can make or break your ability to deliver impact. Running or launching a program that serves individuals with disabilities takes passion, commitment – and money. The good news?

Funding

Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

As expected, one notable nonprofit trend for 2025 is a shift in management practices due to new technology. For example, donor-centric management is a popular tool for nonprofits to create long-lasting relationships with donors. Grant writers must stay current on nonprofit trends to ensure efficiency and relevancy in the profession.

Grant

GrantNews

JUNE 18, 2025

Whether you’re just getting started or managing an established venture, these programs offer a mix of financial support, in-kind services, and valuable resources like coaching and software. This program supports entrepreneurs with hands-on instruction in business planning, marketing, financial management, and more.

Grant

Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 28, 2025

A robust donor database or constituent relationship management (CRM) system is one of the best tools you have at your disposal to boost engagement at your nonprofit. Event management solutions to log donors registrations, merchandise and auction item purchases, and peer-to-peer fundraising participation for a-thon style events.

CRM

Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Provide quality training for volunteers Effective training can improve volunteer performance, clarify expectations, help reduce conflicts, and enhance communication within an organization. Additionally, ongoing training motivates and engages volunteers by fostering their learning and skill development.

Retainer

Blackbaud

JANUARY 28, 2025

Scholarship administrators have a lot to manage. Thats why modern scholarship offices rely on award management systems. What is an award management system? Evaluating and selecting an award management system can be complicated. An award management system is a years-long investment.

Award

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Keep reading for actionable tips to improve your allocation processes and avoid issues common to managing your nonprofit payroll and time tracking for grant reporting. Accurate allocation demonstrates that your team has the necessary systems and processes in place to manage additional funds effectively.

Grant

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 21, 2025

For instance, a people-centered proposal can lay the foundation for lifelong benefits, from early childhood education to higher education, workforce training, recreational activities, healthcare access, and senior living. The ripple effects of this practice also extend far beyond a single project.

Grant Writing

Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The Grant Writing Process: Step by Step The grant writing process is often perceived as daunting, but breaking it down into manageable steps can demystify the art. Lastly, many grant writers grapple with time management, struggling to juggle grant writing alongside other responsibilities. ® Grant Writing Training

Grant Writing

GrantNews

MARCH 21, 2025

Grant funding is available for a wide range of programs, including job training, education, housing assistance, and mental health services. Nonprofits play a vital role in addressing the distinct needs of veterans, active-duty service members, and their families.

Grant