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How to Flip a Decline Into a Potential Grant Win?

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We all hate the dreaded canned email: “ We received a record number of applications …” blah, blah, blah “so many worthy programs, but limited funding …” yada, yada, yada ". we regret to inform you that your application was not selected for funding." For most nonprofits looking for grants, this is not great news.

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Five Things Children Can Teach Us About Grantwriting

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Feedback is sometimes tough, but you should always have a zest for learning and improving your grant writing skills. Having a third-party read your application and give you feedback can be helpful. Shavonn __ About Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™.

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Two Ways to Immediately Improve Your Nonprofits' Grant Writing

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You need to persuade the reviewer to choose your application for funding, among many other worthy applications, with compelling language. Shavonn also serves as President of the Grant Professionals Association and is a Sustainer member of the Junior League of Atlanta.

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Two Ways to Immediately Improve Your Nonprofits' Grant Writing

Think and Ink Grants

You need to persuade the reviewer to choose your application for funding, among many other worthy applications, with compelling language. Shavonn also serves as President of the Grant Professionals Association and is a Sustainer member of the Junior League of Atlanta.

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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Grant

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You can also have a grant writer complete a Mock Review and Edit service for you to review content, correct grammar, and provide suggestions to make your application more competitive (We do this for our clients all the time- learn more here). Going after the wrong grant Every grant is not suitable for every nonprofit.

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8 Things to Know About Fiscal Sponsorships

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This means if you are applying for a grant, fiscal sponsors are generally the lead applicant and are ultimately responsible for the grant. #2. The fiscal sponsor assumes responsibility for the grant. They receive the proceeds and sign the grant agreement with the funder. Learn more at www.thinkandinkgrants.com

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One Thing Every Nonprofit Must Do to Win Grants in 2022

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This one thing, some would say the "secret sauce" and the most vital step before submitting any grant application; something all and every nonprofit should do is: building a relationship with the funder before applying. It will tax your already stretched capacity and take time away from completing your ordinary day-to-day tasks.

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