GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

All grant proposals will focus on one of three areas, including water quality and quantity issues. The funding costs will be for project management, contracted services, education and outreach programs, applied research, and innovations leading to public policy solutions. Funding is for environmental projects.

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 5, 2025

When funders ask how you are applying a gender lens, they want to know how your proposed project has (or will) recognise and respond to the different needs, experiences, and outcomes for individuals based on their gender. There are number of reasons that funders are increasingly asking this question: 1.

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GrantNews

MAY 19, 2025

Address Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to nonprofits for projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above. Funding is for advocacy projects that address policy issues nationwide. Environmental and Social Initiatives Grants to nonprofits for environmental and social initiatives.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Government Grants Government grants are typically provided at the federal, state, or local level and can be a significant source of funding for churches, for profit organizations, especially when the projects align with public policy objectives such as community development, education, or social services.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

This section provides an overview of grant writing, key elements of a grant proposal, and common mistakes to avoid. Overview of Grant Writing Grant writing is the process of creating a written proposal to request funds from a specific organization, government agency, or private foundation.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This information is invaluable for crafting strong foundation grant proposals. Address Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to nonprofits for projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above. The tool is designed to uncover key details like the ability to search for specific foundations and recipients.

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Candid

JULY 28, 2025

Financial pressures—driven by policy changes, tuition increases, and declining public investment—are colliding with growing student needs. Proposed changes to federal student loan programs —such as lower borrowing limits and new repayment structures—are reducing aid options and raising barriers to higher education.

Education

Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2025

Its also important to share your conflict-of-interest policy and make sure everyone involved has an opportunity to disclose any potential conflicts. They understand the challenges and opportunities of implementing projects like those proposed in the applications, which strengthens decision-making.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

For example, scientific insights and policy proposals are best utilized if understood universally. For example; for science-driven policies to achieve their goals, communication, and accessibility must go beyond borders. Language is the root of communication and cultural identity.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

If you havent already, now is the time to evaluate your organizations grant readiness from pre- to post-award, ensuring alignment with funders, competitive proposals, and strong fund stewardship. Are spending and reporting policies clear? Start by Asking the Right Questions: What is the current pre-award process?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 7, 2025

With public funding in flux, private foundations shifting priorities, and technology changing how proposals are crafted and reviewed, nonprofits need way more than strong writing to stay competitive. Make your proposals clear, structured, and scannable to meet the needs of AI-assisted funder review processes. Verify everything.

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The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

Category: Government Funding Program Planning and Design Proposal Writing and Grantseeking Political changes can lead to changes in laws, policies, and rules. We are seeing the impact of policy changes on federal grantmaking. In the first few months of 2025, many federal grants and contracts have been terminated.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 3, 2025

The world of grants is constantly evolving, reflecting changes in government policies, funding opportunities, and emerging trends in nonprofit management as well as in the societies we serve. As a grant professional, staying on top of these trends is crucial for personal growth and the success of the organizations we serve.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Now, the other question is Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy by Astrid Vinje, Candid. by Guy Mika, Candid. Naturally, we were curious to know how grantmakers felt about the use of generative AI in funding applications.

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Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Most rejections happen because proposals don’t line up with what funders want to support. Your proposal must address this priority directly. This piece dives into proven ways to land foundation research grants, from finding the perfect opportunities to writing proposals that truly connect with funders’ missions.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy. Having an organization-wide AI policy can help maximize the benefits of using these tools while minimizing the risks. The top 3 benefits of AI for fundraisers.

Ethics

Candid

JUNE 12, 2025

Recent policy developments affecting foundations might mean these estimates were premature. On the one hand, market volatility and proposed legislation to increase taxes on private foundations impact endowments that could translate to fewer dollars for grantmaking. expected to give less.

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Center for Major Gifts

JULY 10, 2025

How This Information Was Assimilated Benchmarked Industry Commentary We began by reviewing how top financial firms and policy experts interpreted the bill, identifying trends, blind spots, and inconsistencies. Consult qualified advisors for counsel tailored to your situation.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 3, 2025

Securing funding for your cause requires time, strategy, and a strong grant proposal. Furthermore, it is vital to read and re-read your grant application before submission to guarantee the grant-maker receives a compelling proposal from your organization. Be sure to ensure your eligibility carefully.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Proposed research should address cardiovascular health and wellness, particularly prevention and risk factors as they relate to women, children, minorities, and the economically disadvantaged. A conference is defined as a seminar, symposium, workshop, or organized meeting where individuals assemble or meet virtually to exchange information.

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GrantNews

MARCH 24, 2025

This feature provides essential insights, such as past recipients and grant distribution patterns, making it an invaluable asset when preparing strong grant proposals to power up your nonprofit. Make the World a Better Place Grants to nonprofits for initiatives to make the world a better place.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Revised or created policies and procedures? Discern what you can from unfunded grant proposals and feedback from grant reviewers or program officers to determine areas of improvement. Year to Date As you review the year so far, review your metrics to illustrate the excellent work you and your team completed. New funders & results?

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 27, 2025

Governance & Ethics Boards set policies that keep operations ethical, legal, and mission-aligned. Many nonprofit governing boards look within their organization to find a competent grant writer to draft their proposals. Finding and securing grant funding takes time, strategy, and a well-written grant proposal.

Government

GrantNews

JULY 23, 2025

Applications are accepted year-round, though proposals are reviewed annually. nonprofit organizations can apply for grants of up to $60,000 to fund public policy advocacy campaigns focused on children’s health equity. . $40,000 Grants for Medical Research U.S. To learn more about this grant, click here. Read more here.

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Strategic Grants

JULY 9, 2025

Demonstrating value for money How your proposal provides value for money is a common tender question. policies) or relevant procedures. Give a clear deadline in your email (NOT the date the tender is due) and set a reminder to follow up with anyone who hasn’t responded. systems or templates).

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Nonprofit Grant Proposal Budget Calculations: A Road Map Whats the best way to make your nonprofits budget stand out on a grant application? Author Mary Diegert shares nonprofit grant proposal budgeting tips, and a road map for overcoming the challenges of calculating the revenue and expense numbers that will populate your one-page budget.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 4, 2025

Whether you’re a solo grant writer or part of a small, multitasking team, developing a clear process to evaluate grant opportunities can help you write stronger proposals, avoid burnout, and focus on the funding that truly supports your mission. But in practice, this approach can backfire. If something is ambiguous, don’t guess.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The re-election of former President Donald Trump will likely bring renewed policies and perspectives on federal funding priorities, tax laws, and philanthropy. Tailoring proposals to highlight how their missions intersect with these federal priorities could improve funding chances. Grant Writing Insight: Nonprofits focused on U.S.-based

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

trillion fiscal cliff for years, and with most of the election results in, the outlook for tax policy negotiations and how they could impact the nonprofit sector is crystallizing. Trump won convincingly and can credibly claim a broad mandate to enact his preferred policies, which include tax cuts for individuals and businesses.

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GrantNews

APRIL 21, 2025

Address Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to nonprofits for projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above. Funding is for advocacy projects that address policy issues nationwide. Environmental and Social Initiatives Grants to nonprofits for environmental and social initiatives.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

With all of these policies to consider, maintaining financial compliance can quickly become complicated. Some nonprofits are required to undergo financial audits for various reasonsfor example, if audits are written into your organizations bylaws or if youre applying for a grant that asks you to submit an audit report along with the proposal.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 17, 2025

Organizational culture is the concept of shared values, policy, and purpose. Eligible proposals address physical and behavioral health issues, including substance abuse, HIV and AIDS, basic needs, and health equity. Free snacks, team-building retreats, or a swanky office is all it takes for a healthy organizational culture.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

[a][b] Every incoming administration in recent decades has engaged in some form of programmatic pause and review with the expressed aim of reshaping grant and loan funding to be aligned with their policy preferences. Can the President order a review of its funding programs to discern policy fit, effectiveness and impact? Absolutely.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

And number one step back and evaluate your grant proposals. Does Instrumentl have a way to track two-tier submissions, for example, LY and full proposal. Discover how funders evaluate proposals, avoid common pitfalls, and tailor your application to funder priorities for a higher chance of success.

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Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Subscribe Report: Success Rates for Different Types of Grants Access Now Related posts Grant Writing Classes 2025 Federal Grants Just Changed—Here’s What You Need to Know Federal funding policies have changed. Partner with Us Support Email Us Terms of Use Privacy Policy System Status © 2025. Instrumentl All rights reserved

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Greater Giving

JULY 16, 2025

Smaller businesses may not have rigid policies, leading to more flexibility in their sponsorships. Although it’s tempting to cast a wide net when sending out sponsorship proposals, it’s more beneficial to target your solicitations to the small businesses most likely to agree to such a partnership. in response to your proposal.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

While the exact policy directions remain to be seen, President-elect Trump’s previous term may offer insights into potential focus areas that could shape the landscape in 2025 and beyond. Similar policies could mean a shift toward self-sufficiency, offering funding opportunities for initiatives that help individuals enter the workforce.

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