Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

in 2023 after adjusting for inflation. Nonprofits have been concerned about the decreasing number of American donors for years, and the 2023 report reinforces these worries. in 2023, down from 73% in 2013. In 2023, foundations contributed 19% of overall giving ($103.5 billion in 2023, a 1.9% declined by 2.1%

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Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 concludes, we’ve put our twist on this yearly tradition. We hope you enjoy rediscovering and reflecting on the 10 most-read Candid blogs of 2023. How to write a winning grant proposal by Stephen Robertson of Candid Ranking in the top spot: Writing grant proposals.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In this post, we'll dig into what general operating support is, give you tips to write an effective general operating grant proposal, and leave you with clear examples of general operating support grant proposals.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Last week, our team had the privilege of participating in GrantSummit 2023 , a beacon for professionals seeking to advance our craft. For those who have embraced Generative AI, it has become a cherished ally, streamlining processes and liberating them from the more mundane aspects of grant writing.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 24, 2023

By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Several experts share tips to help you boost your odds of securing a grant in 2023, including proven ways get to know program officers in person and online.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 14, 2022

The AAA-ICDR Foundation is now accepting grant proposals seeking between $50,000 and $250,000 for programs addressing any of the 2023 grant cycle's priorities. The deadline for interested organizations to submit preliminary applications is Sept. 9, 2022.

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Candid

JUNE 5, 2023

Every year, Candid processes data on nearly two million organizations and more than three million grants. Based largely on input we’ve received from individual organizations and partners, we’re proposing 205 changes to the PCS. Starting today and through August 5, 2023, we are making the proposed changes available for public comment.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 21, 2023

The AWS IMAGINE Grant supports foundational IT projects as well as think big projects leveraging advanced services, with an opportunity for unrestricted funding up to $150,000 and cloud credits of up to $100,000. Read our application tips and tricks to enhance your project proposal.

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The Grantsmanship Center

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Category: Proposal Writing and Grantseeking Let’s say you’re an experienced development staffer, or a consultant , and you’ve been submitting grant proposals to support the organization’s mission—call it child care, or mental health counseling, or any other program focus. How far afield is the new field?

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In this post, discover what makes a grant proposal budget successful, common mistakes to avoid, and learn from the 3 best nonprofit grant budget examples to develop your own.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For a long time, I struggled with my work as a grant professional. I loved tackling a challenging federal grant proposal. Managing federal grants was my jam – I loved putting my organizational skills to work and totally geeked out about a well-put-together 3-ring binder. The post Grant Pros: What is Your Why?

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WT Grant Foundation

AUGUST 23, 2023

Grant Scholars have been awarded grants to support their development as mentors to junior researchers of color. The mentoring grants program is designed to help current Foundation grantees hone their skills and abilities as mentors and to support junior scholars of color career development.

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iGrantWriters

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

For grant writers, the future looks bright. In 2023, the grant writing industry will be worth estimated in billions. If you're looking to grow your business in 2023, here are steps to help you get started. Step 4: Offer training and consulting services to help other organizations improve their grant writing skills.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

With giving declining in 2022 for the fourth time in forty years, many are worried about the state of fundraising in 2023 and beyond. Read on for our breakdown of the most important findings from the Giving USA 2023 Annual Report and our proposed solutions to the decline in household giving. when adjusted for inflation) in 2022.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Knowing grant writing best practices can make or break your application. In this post, we explore best communication practices to follow with funders, best grant writing practices for proposals, what to do when updating or repurposing proposals, and more.

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Grant Geek

MARCH 7, 2023

Department of Health & Human Services Just Released the 2023 Teenage Pregnancy Prevention (TPP) Grant RFP! Due April 18, 2023 GrantWriters.net is the #1 Source for Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Program Grant Proposal Writing. TPP grant proposals are enormous and complex.

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Instrumentl

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Navigate the path to securing operational grants successfully with our comprehensive guide into writing compelling grant proposals.

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Strategic Grants

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

In honour of the Mardi Gras Parade happening in Sydney this weekend we’re sharing some upcoming grant opportunities focused on initiatives supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, to help you in imagining and demanding your future! Maximum grant value is $2,000. Total grant pool is $20,000. Maximum grant value is $5,000.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Unlock the potential of community foundation grants with our comprehensive guide. Learn to craft winning grant proposals.

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RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Challenge While the AAMC is a large organization with large federal and foundation grants supporting several key initiatives, they comprise only a small percentage of the overall organization budget. The grants office consists of just two staff members. This includes contributions on larger federal grant applications that were awarded.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Navigate the path to securing operational grants successfully with our comprehensive guide into writing compelling grant proposals.

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Peak Proposals

JANUARY 1, 2023

January 01, 2023 Like many of you, we’ve worked on grant proposals that have not come together easily, and the final product feels mediocre at best. Despite their weaknesses, sometimes the proposals still get funded, but that’s the exception, not the rule. avoiding jargon). We see this come up frequently.

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Fundraising HayDay

JULY 25, 2024

In 2023, today’s guest ( Laura Chynoweth ) penned the blog post “Disrupting the Development Hierarchy” in which she spells out why grant writing so often is found at the bottom. The truth is, those who conduct prospect research, develop grant proposals, and manage grant awards play a vital role in the fundraising arm of organizations.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Is it just me, or are grant professionals obsessed with numbered lists? Top 8 ways to ruin a grant proposal. They are catchy, plus I find myself constantly looking for that next tip, tool, or hack to make me a faster, better, more productive grant professional. Top 25 tech tools to improve your productivity.

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Library Grants

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Deadline: September 20, 2023 (two-page preliminary proposals) The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now accepting FY 2024 proposals for  National Leadership Grants for Libraries (NLG-L). For Phase I, all applicants must submit two-page Preliminary Proposals by the September 20th deadline.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Every nonprofit organization wants to secure program grants, but how can they best go about finding the right ones? In this article, we'll explore best practices for finding program grants and other sources of funding, as well as tips for submitting successful proposals.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Every nonprofit organization wants to secure program grants, but how can they best go about finding the right ones? In this article, we'll explore best practices for finding program grants and other sources of funding, as well as tips for submitting successful proposals.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 16, 2023

(Originally posted June 2020 and updated October 2023) I've never "met" a nonprofit organization that had an excess of money to spend on hiring staff or paying a consultant. One of the questions I get most often is: " Is it okay to pay a grant writer a percentage of the grant award?" The short answer is "no."

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 28, 2023

I don’t mean to infer that reading grants is boring, and I’m not promoting performance-enhancing drugs. I’ve written grants, primarily federal grants, for more than 30 years, but my love is creative writing. Some might see creative writing as antithetical to federal grant writing. In a federal grant? My outline?

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CauseVox

MARCH 16, 2023

Is your nonprofit new to grants? Before investing time and resources into writing grant proposals, you must make sure your organization is actually well-positioned for grants. Join Lynn Arsenault of LMA Grant Consulting to learn how to assess whether or not your organization is ready to dive into the world of grants.

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Grant Consulting Services

JULY 31, 2023

Grants & AI: The New Normal New technological advances can be awe inspiring. One of the most recent technological advances is being discussed to potentially assist the grant community to accomplish objectives faster. Grant professionals using AI should try to determine if using AI is part of their organizational strategy.

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Library Grants

JULY 2, 2023

Deadline Extended: July 7, 2023 The African Poetry Digital Portal Project funded by a grant from the Andrew Mellon Foundation invites proposals from scholars and researchers for the African Poetry Digital Humanities Grant.

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Grant Consulting Services

AUGUST 31, 2023

The grant lifecycle is an all-encompassing process that needs to be properly managed in order for all parties involved to be successful. Consider the grant award to be a partnership between the funder and your organization. So, how do we manage grants? What is Grant Management? So where do you start? When should it begin?

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Is It Possible to Submit the Same Proposal to Multiple Funders?

Peak Proposals

MARCH 1, 2023

Blog RSS March 01, 2023 If you are wondering if it is a viable strategy to write one proposal and submit it as-is to multiple funders, the basic answer is no, it’s not advisable. Writing a proposal and sharing it with multiple donors via email usually doesn’t lead to success for several reasons.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Only to decline again in the uncertainty of 2023. The latest numbers from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), reveal the number of donors industrywide fell for the ninth straight quarter in Q3 2023. The Edelman Trust Barometer found that trust in nonprofits dropped another 4 points in 2023. Donors were down 7.6%

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Assel Grant Services

APRIL 29, 2024

If you were to ask grant professionals how they arrived at their current position/role, most would laugh and relate a roundabout journey. Grant Professional is not at the top of the list of jobs to which children, youth, and teens aspire. As a result, there are many professional certifications that benefit the grants profession.

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Candid

AUGUST 15, 2024

These articles explain, for example, how to overcome fundraising challenges during an election year, how to make sure your nonprofit is “grant-ready,” and how even the smallest nonprofits can get noticed by potential donors and build those relationships. Is your nonprofit organization ‘grant-ready’?

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