Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 8, 2025

So train like an athlete. Create and maintain a library of polished templates, go-to boilerplate, and funder-specific language thats ready to drop into any proposal. Grant writing is a sport. Balance is for a yoga class. Youre in the arenaso sharpen your sword and fight smart. Start every grant from scratch. The antidote?

Burnout

amplifi

MAY 8, 2025

Hopefully, you have a process for training new board members to talk about your organizations work. But is the training you provide up to date with the current state of your nonprofits mission? And they will guide you in clearing up any misunderstandings so you can train your leadership to communicate more effectively.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

What vendor support and training opportunities are available? Evaluate the level of support and training the vendor provides. Will you have the use of custom fields and templates so you can personalize forms? If you can’t find a publicly facing roadmap, that should be cause for concern. How will you take advantage of that?

Grant Management

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Capacity Building Grants can provide resources for training, staffing, and development, enhancing the organization’s overall capability to fulfill its mission. For more insights on how to seek out and apply for funding, organizations can refer to resources such as grant writing templates and grant writing tips for beginners.

Grants

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.

Grants

GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Step 2: Implement Best Practices Year-End Giving Campaign Tips and Ideas The more resources, training, and accountability you provide to your team of ambassadors, the more money you will collect. Download our expert-written Year-End Fundraising Appeal Templates for FREE and get started on empowering your supporters.

Donation

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

Elevate your proposals using refreshed templates, updated data insights, and a stronger commitment to equity, ensuring your applications stand out in a crowded grant space. Tip: Link training back to your active grant calendar. Invest in templates and training Smart tools pay for themselves.

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For those ready to embark on this journey, exploring online grant writing courses and utilizing grant writing templates can provide powerful resources to aid this process. Instructor Qualifications Qualified and experienced instructors increase the credibility and effectiveness of the training.

Grant Writing

Candid

JULY 17, 2025

We’ve made it even easier to find free trainings, both live and on-demand, and get answers to the most common questions we get from nonprofits. You’ll also find a new collection of templates and worksheets , including: Assessing your fundraising strategies: Identify your strongest potential supporters and choose the right funding partners.

Letter Of Inquiry

Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 25, 2025

Define SMART outcomes: Swap broad objectives for measurable goals like, “Train 25 youth by Q4, with 80% finding employment within six months.” Want more support, templates, and training to help you avoid these errors from the start? Next Step: Revisit one of your recent proposals and run it through this checklist.

Proposal

Candid

JULY 21, 2025

Our case for support template can help you explain why they should support you now, with a compelling call to action. Now is the time to ensure everyone in the organization is on the same page with its communications, telling a clear, consistent story about the value of your core programs and impact.

Funding

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Even though they are familiar with your organization, it will take time to train them to be an effective grant writer. Grant writinglike all forms of writingis a specialized skill, which takes time, experience, and training to hone. We can also step in to act as an outsourced full-time grant writer for your organization.

Grant Writing

Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

Read more: Write the BEST Nonprofit Mission Statement: 15 Examples + Free Template 2. Educational resources: Host staff and volunteer training materials on your site, while Facebook groups foster ongoing conversations and peer support. Get nonprofit branding tips here. stories, event updates, volunteer spotlights, donation appeals etc.)

Media

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 2, 2025

25 hours of data entry and grant reporting @ $35/hour = $875.” “$1,200 for a one-year Zoom subscription to host monthly virtual training sessions.” Mistake: Using an Outdated Budget Template Reusing templates from previous grant proposals can be a huge time-saver— if the information is still accurate.

Budget

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

This section will explore various tools, training resources, and professional assistance available for refining budgeting skills. Training and Resources Accessing training and educational resources can deepen understanding of budgeting practices. Enhancing budgeting skills can significantly improve grant application outcomes.

Budget

Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In addition to the successes, thoughtful consideration of the challenges faced can help you gain insights into areas where you need more training or different systems to ensure smoother grant processes. Training Plan Review the Grant Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI) competencies ( found here: Competencies Tested – GPCI ).

GPCI

Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Volunteer management: Evaluate issues like lack of coordination or insufficient volunteer training. Improve volunteer training: Offer clear instructions, training sessions, or role-specific guides for volunteers. Similarly, address identified gaps, such as improving volunteer training or enhancing event logistics.

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Guides and Templates Having access to comprehensive guides and templates is beneficial for individuals during the grant writing process. Well-structured templates can streamline proposal creation and ensure important elements are not overlooked.

Grant Writing

Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Common project fees include: Writing proposals for new programs: $2,500-$6,000 Creating template grant proposals that work for different funders: $3,000-$6,000 Managing complex federal grants: $7,000-$10,000 Project fees usually come with payment milestones. Federal grants need 20-40 hours of dedicated work.

Grants

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These funds may be used for training staff, improving technology, or developing strategic plans. As organizations explore these funding options, they may also be interested in the resources available for grant writing templates to effectively present their needs and objectives.

Funding

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 23, 2025

In the AI Grants Hub™ , everything is already built: your organizational documents are linked, your proposal templates are searchable, and your writing assistant already knows your tone and funder history. We even provide ongoing training and coaching so everyone on your team can easily utilize it. No tech background required.

Grant Writing

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 7, 2025

Explore our hands-on resources designed to help small nonprofit teams build innovative, ethical AI-powered grant systems to stay on top of 2025 grant trends: Intro to Grant Writing with AI – Our self-paced course gives you 3 hours of training on how to use AI to outline, draft, revise, and finalize your next grant with confidence.

Grants

Blackbaud

JANUARY 10, 2025

Provide guidance and recommendations for training on the Boards fiduciary responsibilities, such as how to read a form 990 and the financial audit. Provide templates to help them create an IPS and Spending Policy that encompasses the broad categories of funds they expect to have.

Award

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Resources for Learning and Training about Animal Welfare There are many resources available for learning about animal welfare, including: Online Courses and Webinars : The Humane Society’s Animal Welfare Course and the ASPCA’s Animal Behavior and Welfare Course are comprehensive online courses on animal welfare and behavior.

Policy

Blackbaud

JULY 31, 2025

Staff training and development: Provides for the ongoing education and professional growth of nurses, doctors, and other medical personnel. Direct service delivery: Funds the core programs that provide food, shelter, counseling, job training, or crisis intervention.

Donation

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

After the grant writer is hired, the new hire still must be on-boarded and trained. Unlike a new grant writer that takes time to hire and train, Alex and her team are ready to step in to support your fundraising team today.

Consulting

Blackbaud

MAY 12, 2025

Lack of Training for New Staff: Provide training for new staff and stakeholders on the budget approval process and tools. Get everyone started on the right foot and provide training for others who might need a refresher. The goal is to work smarter, not harder! This can help reduce delays and ensure everyone is on the same page.

Budget

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

After the grant writer is hired, the new hire still must be on-boarded and trained. Unlike a new grant writer that takes time to hire and train, Alex and her team are ready to step in to support your fundraising team today.

Consulting

Planned Giving

MARCH 17, 2025

Your existing development staff can implement bequest marketing strategies without extensive additional training. Offer free legacy planner guides and templates to help donors get started with the process. Here are some solid planned giving myths debunked that make a good case.

Pass-Through

Planned Giving

MAY 12, 2025

Recommended Resource : A donor-friendly video or pocket guide can be incredibly effective for internal training and donor education. A college was about to close its doors when it was saved by a surprise bequest. SEO Tip : Use the phrase “what is planned giving” in your FAQs to attract beginner-level queries.

Policy

Gail Perry Group

JULY 9, 2025

Do you offer training just for major gift officers?” “Can It’s a 12-week live, interactive training designed specifically for major gift officers, mid-level fundraisers, and advancement professionals who are ready to raise transformational gifts with confidence and clarity. Can I get support for this work—now, while it’s so needed?”

Fundraising

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 21, 2025

Your Grant Writing Foundation The Standard Grant Narrative isn’t just a generic template — it’s a carefully developed, customized foundational document that captures the essence of your nonprofit’s mission, programs, and impact. The standard narrative serves as your go-to resource whenever a new funding opportunity arises.

Grant Writing

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

XXX or 25 staff trained) so the draft keeps moving. Keeping a Federal-Ready folder with: Updated resumes Letters of support/MOUs SAM registration DUNS/UEI number Indirect cost rate agreement Leveraging past applicationsyours or from similar orgsas templates. You , the writer, to produce a rough draft ASAP. Dont wait for perfection.

Federal Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 4, 2025

Will we need to hire, train, or contract new support to fulfill the grant? You’ll get: Plug-and-play templates for proposals and budgets Step-by-step guidance on evaluating grant fit Bonus trainings on strategy, storytelling, and funder engagement Join Grant Writing Made Easier today and take the stress out of grant writing.

Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 29, 2025

The Hub stores, organizes, and seamlessly integrates your calendar, task management, funder data, proposal drafts, templates, and AI-powered support. This service gives you a fully customized, ready-to-use Grants Hub—plus strategy support and training—so you can skip the setup and dive straight into grant writing. Yep, that’s right.

AI

Blackbaud

MARCH 12, 2025

They may need to commit time to training or learning a new workflow, or they may find change stressful and difficult to accommodate. Customize a template and make your goals SMART: S pecific M easurable A ttainable R elevant T ime-Bound 4. Your organization is made up of humans, and change will affect their experience.

Strategic Plan

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 31, 2025

But here’s the difference: it draws from your real content , not generic templates. This service provides comprehensive strategy support and hands-on training, ensuring your team quickly masters and confidently implements the technology. This approach dramatically amplifies your strategy while staying humane.

Readiness