Think and Ink Grants

AUGUST 19, 2024

The federal grant season is here, and many grant writers and nonprofit leaders find the prospect of writing federal grants intimidating. Shavonn About Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC Shavonn is the Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting. Some believe that federal grants are complex and challenging to navigate.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Managing your nonprofit's reputation is similar. Schedule a complimentary consultation today: www.thinkandinkgrants.com About Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC Shavonn is the Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting. ® is designed to meet the unique needs (and budgets) of emerging nonprofit organizations.

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Think and Ink Grants

MARCH 30, 2022

Inflation has rippling effects on nonprofit organizations, donors, and funders alike. With inflation at a 40-year high due to the pandemic, federal stimulus programs, and other factors, nonprofit leaders and board members have to think strategically about how to navigate increases in inflation. Salaries- up. What a dilemma!)

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Grants are time-consuming, very competitive, and after all the time, money, and energy spent writing grants, there is no guarantee that your nonprofit will be awarded. The one thing every nonprofit must do cannot be outsourced - the funder wants to hear directly from you. Tell me something new."

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 19, 2020

This article was previously published on forbes.com: [link] The year 2020 has indeed been a year like no other. Nonprofit organizations have especially been hit in several ways. Although funding from the CARES Act has been helpful to many, some nonprofits have been forced to lay off employees or shut down altogether.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 9, 2024

Nonprofit leaders and Boards of Directors often have limited time and many tasks to complete. In the meantime, here are two ways to improve your nonprofit's grant writing right away: 1. Shavonn About Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC Shavonn is the Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 9, 2024

Nonprofit leaders and Boards of Directors often have limited time and many tasks to complete. In the meantime, here are two ways to improve your nonprofit's grant writing right away: 1. Shavonn About Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC Shavonn is the Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting.

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Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 5, 2023

My options were: Should I resign from my full-time job as a nonprofit employee and start consulting full-time? Having been on the nonprofit employee “side” for the past 15 years, I knew I needed to dive deeper into the Code of Ethics from a consulting perspective.

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The problem is that many nonprofit leaders and some grant writers do not have a clear understanding of the difference between goals, outcomes, and outputs. She is one of only 17 Grant Professional Certified (GPC) grant professionals in Georgia. This is the holy grail of grant writing.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 2, 2023

Congratulations, nonprofit leaders- you have made it to the end of the year! This point is a point commonly missed by some nonprofit leaders. She is one of only 17 Grant Professional Certified (GPC) grant professionals in Georgia. As we celebrate, we are quickly reminded that the new year is around the corner. Do you know why?

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Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 27, 2021

Going after the wrong grant Every grant is not suitable for every nonprofit. Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™. She earned the GPC (Grant Professional Certified) credential from the Grant Professionals Certification Institute in 2020.

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Think and Ink Grants

MAY 24, 2021

The most common outputs in the nonprofit world are similar to the items my clients raised: # of volunteer hours, # of locations, or # of followers. Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™. As a grant professional, I smile when these opportunities for "ah-ha" moments arise.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

My experiences are growing the nonprofit consulting and grant writing firm Think and Ink Grants (www.thinkandinkgrants.com), however the insight I am sharing today can apply to any service based business: 1. Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™.

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Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 14, 2022

For most nonprofits looking for grants, this is not great news. Many nonprofit leaders may feel discouraged but fear not. Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™. we regret to inform you that your application was not selected for funding." The decline letter is not the end of the story.

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Shavonn __ About Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC As a former nonprofit leader and grantmaker, Shavonn has over 18 years of experience delivering practical, real-world advice to nonprofit leaders across the county. She is one of only 17 Grant Professional Certified (GPC) grant professionals in Georgia.

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Think and Ink Grants

MAY 19, 2022

Lastly, avoid being in the position of your nonprofit being ineligible to apply for additional funding simply because of a missed reporting deadline. Don’t Hit Your Brother/Sister Consider always operating in the spirit of collaboration and maintain good relationships with nonprofit leaders and other organizations around you.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 2, 2024

is a former K-12 educator and, since 2020, the owner-operator of EdPro Communications. Keith supports nonprofits and small and large businesses with professional grant writing and digital content writing needs and challenges, including county, state, federal, and foundation grants as well as web pages and online articles and blog posts.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 7, 2021

Confirming Eligibility Every federal grant opportunity is not a good fit for every nonprofit organization. There are some nonprofit organizations whose missions may be better supported by grants from foundations versus the federal government. Some nonprofits may not have the operational capacity to execute the grant if won.

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 19, 2022

For some nonprofit leaders, it's also a time to start thinking about a new program year, new budget, and new goals and objectives. How does this apply to nonprofits? Every nonprofit has its own cyclical flow. The reality is, every nonprofit is different. Happy New Year! The same applies to seeking grant funding.

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Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 3, 2021

If you are a nonprofit leader or serve on a Board of Directors and are thinking about engaging a fiscal sponsor, you need to know the ins and outs of how to do it. Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC is Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting™. Engaging a fiscal sponsor has its pros and cons. What is a fiscal sponsor?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Hiring a grant writer is one of the most important decisions a nonprofit can make. Nonprofit organizations rely on outside funding to operate. A master’s degree and experience in a related field such as social work will show you that the candidate not only has relevant education but also has knowledge of nonprofits and how they work.

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In the nonprofit world, securing funding is a critical task. Whether you're a nonprofit founder, manager, or consultant, this guide is for you. It's a competitive field, with numerous nonprofits vying for the same funding sources. This skill increases the chances of securing funding for their nonprofit organization.

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