Fluxx

JUNE 27, 2025

Learn how to write a strong evaluation plan for a grant proposal, what to include, and how grant management software like Fluxx supports success.

Proposal

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Donor research : If you’re starting small, you may not have prospect research software or a dedicated researcher, but you will need to become efficient with Google searching and maybe using AI tools to help you learn more about prospective donors who are likely to have the means and the affinity to give to your cause.

Funding

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Churches that demonstrate a strong community service component in their grant proposals can find success in these funding avenues. Churches can benefit from these programs by proposing projects that directly impact local communities. Developing the Grant Proposal The grant proposal is the cornerstone of the application process.

Funding

GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

If your grant proposal was rejected, don’t be discouraged! Writing Needs Improvement: If writing is not your thing, you might consider using a software program. Was there something I forgot in my proposal? Earn a stamp of approval on your grant application. Grant writing involves a huge learning curve. The good news?

Applicant

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Crafting a compelling proposal demands thorough research, meticulous writing, and often, coordination with various team members. Misunderstanding these requirements can lead to disqualified proposals. Solution To ensure compliance: Thorough Review : Carefully review each grant’s guidelines and criteria before starting your proposal.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Importance of Budgeting for Grant Applications Budgeting serves as the financial blueprint of any grant proposal. Funders often prioritize proposals with clear, realistic budgets as they indicate careful planning and efficient use of resources. software, hardware). 10,000 Equipment Tools required for the project (e.g.,

Budget

Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 11, 2025

Before AI, cloud-based platforms, and fancy grant management software, grant writing was a hands-on, paper-filled, finger-cramping journey. Or the time we used carbon paper to create multiple copies of a grant proposal, leaving our fingers stained and our drafts smudged beyond recognition?

Logic Model

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

proposals, letters of support) Deadline for submission Evaluation criteria (how the proposals will be assessed) Below is a table outlining common components found in grant guidelines: Component Description Eligibility Defines who is qualified to apply. Understanding these components is critical for crafting effective proposals.

Grant Writing

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

Treasury Department introduced proposed regulations to address some concerns surrounding DAFs. The IRS held a hearing in May 2024 to hear public comments on the proposed legislation, which was largely met with backlash from DAF-sponsoring organizations like banks and community foundations. In late 2023, the IRS and U.S.

Funding

Blackbaud

APRIL 25, 2025

Automation can significantly reduce the manual effort involved in proposal management, allowing your staff to dedicate more time to strategic tasks that drive your campaign forward. Embrace project management software to coordinate tasks, timelines, and responsibilities seamlessly within your team.

Fundraising

Grant Writer Team

JULY 31, 2025

Grammarly, project management software, etc. Build Your Portfolio Even if you’re just starting, create sample proposals, volunteer with small nonprofits, or rewrite old grant templates. Stay Current and Keep Learning Follow grant trends, read successful proposals, and join professional groups.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JULY 16, 2025

Tailored proposals : Create a detailed written proposal outlining a specific project or need, the requested amount, and the anticipated impact, customized for the donor’s interests. With Blackbaud, you’re getting more than software.

Fundraising

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 20, 2025

If your organization relies partially or heavily on grant funding to stay in business, reevaluate your grant writing and management approach to ensure more of your proposals are accepted. Customize your proposals to each funder. Building capacity by hiring more staff or investing in fundraising software.

Grant Writing

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Notable Corporate Grant Examples Open Source Projects : Grants to software developers and companies for open-source projects and applications. Applications require detailed proposals outlining how the funds will benefit the community. Corporate grants are part of a companys philanthropic and community engagement efforts.

Funding

GrantNews

JULY 23, 2025

This grant also includes in-kind support such as software and tech services. Applications are accepted year-round, though proposals are reviewed annually. . $50,000 Grants to Nonprofits Serving Underserved Communities Nonprofits addressing social challenges in disadvantaged communities can apply for grants of up to $50,000.

Nonprofit

Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

Also known as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) CRM, cloud CRM uses secure data centers operated by a third-party provider to store data. Generative AI : Creates new content based on learned patterns using large language models; it is useful for creating summaries, engagement histories, or proposal drafts.

CRM

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Also, DNL OmniMedias nonprofit digital strategy guide recommends regularly auditing your organizations fundraising tech stack to ensure you arent paying subscription costs for software you dont use or that has overlapping functionalities with your other tools (e.g., if you pay for a separate donation processor when your CRM has one built in).

Management

GrantNews

APRIL 18, 2025

This usually involves the use of demographic data and/or Donor Management software. Proposals will address community needs: (STEM) education in local schools, vocational and life skills training for people with disabilities, capital campaign support for social services, and advocate programs on behalf of abused and neglected children.

Nonprofit

DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Increased Efficiency Using event management software can streamline tedious processes such as ticketing, sponsorship coordination, and communication with supporters. Real-Time Updates: Event software can send reminders to attendees or update them about schedule changes. Include key stakeholders in software demos or vendor discussions.

Software

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.

Instrumentl

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We had Amendment Four on the ballot [the November election proposal to codify abortion access into law], and if you’re an organization that deals with women’s reproductive health in Florida, it would be a missed opportunity to not utilize GivingTuesday to get more capital for your organization to continue to do that work,” Perwaiz said. “I

Pass-Through

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Discover how funders evaluate proposals, avoid common pitfalls, and tailor your application to funder priorities for a higher chance of success. Grant Writing Classes How to Craft a Standout Grant Application ft. Dawn Lego from OneCause Join Dawn Lego from OneCause in this workshop to learn how to craft standout grant applications.

Instrumentl

Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Start by creating a short proposal outlining the fundraising goal, expected turnout, and the benefit to the business (e.g., Maintaining a spreadsheet or using simple accounting software is a good start. Show how funds are used, whether for new library books, playground upgrades, or classroom technology.

Fundraising

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

So it's all about thinking about the long-term keywords that people often use in these sorts of proposals that you might often see in the different opportunities that you're pursuing to then filter down even further. The 44 that have some sort of reference to the exact phrase of access. Plus, learn about the OneCause Cares grant.

Instrumentl

Wild Apricot

JULY 23, 2025

This might even be a budget within your larger conference budget. This is great for mixers, meetups and industry chats.

Template

Selfish Giving

MARCH 5, 2025

No fancy software requiredjust consistency and great content. Fundraising Proposal Writer, American Humane Society , Washington D.C. And dont overcomplicate it! In my presentation, Ill show you how to launch a simple yet effective partnership newsletter using something as basic as Gmail or Outlook. It goes with you from job to job.

Publishing

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Explain the “Why” to Your Small Team To initiate a successful change—specifically to a new fundraising software platform —organizations of any size need to have a strategic perspective about the change. Being able to describe the why behind the proposed change is especially important if you’re leading a small shop.

CRM

Blackbaud

MARCH 7, 2025

In my experience, the process begins with analyzing what has gone on in the past fiscal year (or two) and culminates with proposing budget amounts that are reasonable and a bit of a stretch goal. Provide Budget Transparency with Fund Accounting Software Budget changes should be tracked in your financial accounting software.

Budget

Library Grants

JULY 7, 2025

All proposals are evaluated on their merit. Eligible expenses must directly support the research project and may include: travel for research or interviews, fees for services like transcription or data analysis, and project-specific costs such as short-term software licenses, equipment rental, or postage.

Award

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 8, 2021

Once you’ve identified that it is time for new peer-to-peer fundraising software, then it’s time to find the right software for your nonprofit. One of the best ways to do this is to issue a request for proposals, or RFP. A well-developed RFP can go a long way toward the success of your P2P fundraising software selection.

Proposal

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 12, 2023

Blackbaud confirmed that its board of directors received, thoroughly reviewed, and rejected an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from Clearlake Capital to acquire all of the outstanding shares of the Company for $71 per share in cash.

Proposal

Blackbaud

MARCH 21, 2024

Any major project—such as implementing new fund accounting software—needs a well-developed charter to keep stakeholders focused on the goals and desired outcome. Give your project an easily identifiable name, such as Fund Accounting Software Implementation. What is a Project Charter? Are there budget requirements?

Software

Wild Apricot

JUNE 30, 2011

He also provides more information about our future releases, including screenshots of our proposed event redesign! This month, our Chief Apricot goes behind the scenes to share information about our support team, and how we track our support metrics. read more ).

Software

Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 3, 2022

If you are preparing a proposal for a U.S. We’ve submitted proposals to several U.S. These tools are generally effective at organizing most proposal efforts. While this is a central function of LiquidText, it isn’t the software’s most compelling feature or the reason why it is so useful for developing proposals.

Proposal

Tech Soup

JULY 1, 2015

The grant lifecycle involves researching and finding new grant opportunities, cultivating relationships with potential funders, writing compelling grant proposals to targeted grantmakers, and more. Your organization's deadlines can be added to the software, which will send automatic email reminders prior to due dates.

Management

Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 3, 2022

December 03, 2022 If you are preparing a proposal for a U.S. We’ve submitted proposals to several U.S. These tools are generally effective at organizing most proposal efforts. If you want to try it for your next proposal, you’re going to have to pay at least $96/year. LiquidText is sometimes referred to as a PDF reader.

Proposal

Peak Proposals

JUNE 1, 2023

If you work on certain kinds of grant proposals, particularly proposals for research grants, you must cite sources that support your proposed solution, providing evidence of related work and data. Proposal teams often struggle to create a system for organizing background research and correctly citing sources in their proposals.

Proposal