DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The world is evaluating whether and how to use Artificial Intelligence (AI). Prognosticators say that the concept and functionality of AI are here to stay, and will most certainly grow. For those of us whose work is creative, focusing in particular on the grant writing work of our team, using AI represents an ethical gray area.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Collaborating on grant-funded projects, especially during proposal development, has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my 26+ years working in nonprofits. Moreover, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) now introduces extra layers of difficulty to such collaborations — along with some exciting opportunities.

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Generative AI technologies have made it possible for users to transform raw information—quickly and easily—into a presentable and readable form. Although there is concern about how generative AI affects the integrity of written work and images, there is also hope that responsible adoption can boost the social sector’s impact.

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Fundraising HayDay

JANUARY 11, 2024

The use of artificial Intelligence tools for writing is a hot topic of discussion in the grant and fundraising community these days. Questions abound about the efficacy, ethical boundaries, and inherent bias associated with AI. Questions abound about the efficacy, ethical boundaries, and inherent bias associated with AI.

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Candid

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving quickly and changing the way many of us engage in our day-to-day work. Nonprofits face a critical question: How can we make AI adoption more inclusive and accessible across our organizations? Yet, 77% of nonprofits believe they would benefit from using more AI, including in mission-related work.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 12, 2023

Every day is a new challenge, a new grant to write, a new initiative to launch. I’d love to rest, but who’s going to write all those grants?” ” That’s where AI comes in. Beyond Grant Writing: How AI Can Transform Your Nonprofit Leadership But AI doesn’t stop at grant writing.

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GiveSmart

JANUARY 23, 2025

AI is undoubtedly at the forefront of everyones minds, and donors want to understand their impact. Improving your nonprofits storytelling can help your organization retain donors and grow funding, grants, and corporate interest in 2025. Many free AI-based tools for nonprofits can help save you time.

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

This is a time of accessible AI—anyone with an internet connection can use state-of-the-art tools to help with tasks like brainstorming ideas, generating art, and drafting documents. Understanding bias and harm Modern AI tools are trained on vast amounts of mostly human-generated data. AI often amplifies those biases.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2024

The Imperative: Listen and Learn As grant professionals, we’re inundated by articles, webinars, and marketing messages about AI’s role in prospect research and analysis, proposal and report writing, and more. As a busy fundraiser, I kept putting off learning about AI. Thus, I began a journey to experience AI firsthand.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 27, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one such tool that’s making waves in grant writing. From drafting proposals to analyzing grant opportunities, AI promises to streamline the grant application process. However, while AI offers numerous benefits, it also comes with its own set of challenges.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

International grants can offer a strong financial foundation for projects that have a global impact. GrantWatch has established a specific category for International grants , with over 400 grants currently listed in this category in our database! It includes a diverse array of grants, in-kind donations, competitions, and awards.

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GrantNews

MARCH 1, 2024

Artificial Intelligence – or what’s commonly referred to as AI – is the newest dimension of technology-related communication considered to have both the greatest potential, as well as one of the greatest challenges, facing us today. What Is ChatGPT and AI? What exactly is this AI Bot?

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Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

How to Write a Grant Proposal by Cheryl Carter New and James Aaron Quick. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions, real-life examples, and templates to help you master the art of writing successful grant proposals. AI for Social Good: Using Artificial Intelligence to Save the World by Rahul Dodhia.

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 3, 2024

Fast forward three decades, and a similar sense of curiosity and caution surrounds artificial intelligence or AI. In my work with nonprofit organizations, I’ve found that while few are using AI, many are not -- citing lack of time and concerns about safety, privacy and ethics. Try this prompt in Google Bard: “Which U.S.

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Sharpshooter Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

A grant management system is no place for your garbage. For example, have your grant application automatically pull data into your CRM instead of having to manually enter or update contact records each grant cycle. Through AI, we are redefining how data can be used to create more impactful outcomes. Garbage in.

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Grants4Good

MAY 3, 2024

Fast forward three decades, and perhaps you’re finding yourself both curious and anxious about artificial intelligence or AI. As a nonprofit leader, you might not be using AI; most nonprofits aren’t — citing lack of time and concerns about safety, privacy and ethics. We are focused on [your project purpose].” #2

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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. Ethical or Unethical? But does it really?

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Grants4Good

JUNE 17, 2023

If you need a primer on AI, check out my blog on AI and ChatGPT: What is it and how do I use it? Philip: Grantable is a world-class grant writing assistant for any organization, powered by generative AI language models. What if they are brand new to grant writing? But how will Grantable help my nonprofit clients?

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As a grant professional, I have an enduring faith in the myriad of talents needed to craft comprehensive and convincing proposals -- talents that can’t be automated by artificial intelligence (AI) -- but I also understand the existential fear of our profession being devalued or compromised through technology.

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Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The article ’15 learnings we’re sharing from 15 years of working with grant-seekers and fund ers’ by the Strategic Grants team first appeared in the Winter 2024 edition of the F&P (Fundraising & Philanthropy) magazine. And for those who we are yet to meet, we hope we get the opportunity soon.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 11, 2024

Over the past year, I have been asked to present on the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) more than any other topic. As you can imagine, the presentation looks different each time as the evolution of Large LanguageModels/Generative AI is ever changing. which remains a concern for grant professionals.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 16, 2023

As grant professionals, we stood strong while the sand shifted beneath our feet. Just when were able to pause to take a breath, technology came to the forefront of our profession with AI-enabled tools. Will it make the grant profession more inclusive, or will we be replaced? We rose to the occasion. It is accurate?

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 17, 2024

According to a new report from Google, titled AI in Action: Accelerating Progress Towards the Sustainable Development Goals, these challenges disproportionately impact low and middle-income countries (LMICs). Additionally, AI capabilities will continue to advance and create opportunities for innovation across domains.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

I have always believed that “data gets grants, and stories get donors.” Remember to protect and ensure the individual’s story and privacy while maintaining accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and ethical guidelines. Put the two together, and you have a recipe for a successful proposal.

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Assel Grant Services

MAY 25, 2024

The room was filled with grant professionals identifying as neurodivergent (someone identifying as being neurodiverse) or exploring the concept. How does this relate to the grant profession? Culture In the deadline-driven grants profession, someone with dedication to time management, organization, and timelines is a great asset.

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HSF House

JUNE 17, 2024

Ella Windlan: My project thus far has consisted of reading many academic journal articles, law reviews, and news reports that discuss predictive policing programs around the United States and the World across disciplines including criminology, data ethics, law, and more!

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Critical Fundraising

AUGUST 3, 2022

Would AI be good or bad for philanthropy? Will AI replace grant-makers? What’s the harm in using AI? The ‘wildcard blog’ is a blog that does not discuss ideas that are directly related to fundraising, but whose ideas we might be able to use if we think critically and imaginatively about them.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Make a global impact with international grants! International grants have the potential to provide a global impact in a variety of areas. It’s important to know the breadth and scope of international grant funding currently available. International Grants and Fellowships with Global Impact 1.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 29, 2023

GPA Disclaimer: GPA is currently working to develop a policy statement that aligns with our Code of Ethics as we recognize there are both ethical and unethical uses of AI. grants professional, first in the museum sector and then moving into the human services field two years ago.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Traditional funding sources, such as government grants and philanthropic donations, are becoming increasingly unpredictable. Equity In A Tech-Driven World The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies increases the digital divide within the nonprofit sector.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 5, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT have emerged as powerful tools in grant writing. But have you considered its powerful impact on grant reporting and compliance, especially for hard-to-reach populations? In that regard, AI can be crucial in tracking grant-funded programs' intermediate and long-term outcomes.

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Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The philanthropic sector is increasingly recognizing the potential of AI technology to enhance transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decision making. For small-to-midsize foundations, embracing AI can enhance more effective grantmaking practices. Here are a few key takeaways about trust-based philanthropy and AI adoption: 1.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 15, 2024

By Shaista Keating and Chloe Mankin The rapid evolution and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence technologies (AI) offer both opportunities and challenges to civil society, particularly concerning responsible and ethical usage. UNICEF has developed guidelines for AI use.

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