Grant Consulting Services

JULY 12, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore how to leverage Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound (SMART) objectives to elevate your grant proposals and increase your chances of funding success. These are critical questions that your proposal must answer to be considered for a grant award. What is the impact of your work?

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GrantNews

JANUARY 25, 2024

Every grant application needs to include a Problem or Needs Statement. It’s important to create a problem or needs statement before you write an effective proposal. It’s important to create a problem or needs statement before you write an effective proposal. Want to win the grant? What is a Needs Statement?

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 11, 2024

One of the most important details to remember when writing a winning grant proposal is to show passion. For new grant writers, it can be tempting to create a template from which to base every grant proposal. For new grant writers, it can be tempting to create a template from which to base every grant proposal.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 16, 2024

Was your grant application rejected? To be honest, you should never be discouraged if a proposal is rejected. There are many reasons grant proposals are denied funding. In fact, they might help to increase the chances of your next grant application being awarded. The fact is, you will win some and you will lose some.

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 7, 2024

You start from scratch, with only a goal to begin, branch into research, adhere to requirements, and finally write and submit your proposal. With that in mind, might we suggest focusing a lens on the narrative aspects of a good grant application? Indeed, storytelling in grant applications adds a human touch to any proposal.

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 10, 2024

The article ‘How funders can avoid complexity in grant applications’ first appeared in F&P (Fundraising & Philanthropy). And a crucial part of securing that funding is in the effectiveness and accessibility of the grant application process itself. How have you – F&P readers – found this process?

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, we shared our crowdsourced list of red flags that funders look for in grant proposals—the things that immediately reveal the weak points in an application and raise questions about the organization’s credibility. Not surprisingly, the question we got most in response to that article was: What are green flags for funders?

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 11, 2024

So, your grant application was rejected. There are a lot of reasons grant proposals may be denied funding and most of them are because of simple mistakes. Do not be surprised if your first or even your tenth grant proposal is not awarded. You Proposed An Unrealistic Budget – Is your proposal realistic?

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 11, 2024

A Standout Grant Proposal is a must! Securing grants is vital for nonprofit organizations, yet crafting a proposal that stands out amidst stiff competition presents a significant challenge. To enhance the likelihood of success, it’s crucial to create a proposal that is both clear and persuasive.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 2, 2024

MetLife Foundation announced another request for proposal opportunity for its Community Impact Grant Program.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 11, 2024

Was your grant application rejected? There are many reasons grant proposals are denied funding. Do not be discouraged if your grant proposal is not awarded. To illustrate, there are steps you can take after your grant is rejected to increase the chances of your next grant application being awarded. Was it comprehensive?

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Crafting effective grant proposals can be a daunting prospect. Think about what makes your proposal unique. What will set your application apart from others? What will set your application apart from others? What makes it an effective grant proposal? If there is an application form, don’t exceed the word limit.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

When putting together a grant proposal, you may think you need an entirely new piece of writing. However, many grant applications share common requirements, which makes reusing parts of a past grant proposal a worthwhile idea. GrantWriterTeam has helpful tips for your application, you can submit grants with confidence.

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Building a strong RFP (Request for Proposals) is just as important as writing the application for a grant. A Request for Proposals: What Is It? A Request for Proposals (RFP) is a formal document that donor organizations issue. This efficiency is especially important when dealing with a large number of applications.

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Candid

MAY 7, 2024

But if you want to stand out in a crowded applicant field, it’s essential to communicate your impact clearly and compellingly. Funders seek a return on investment With so many applicants and limited funding to go around, foundations view a grant as an investment. The narrative of your proposal should be a story with a linear plotline.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Writing a proposal for a project grant can feel like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be a bewildering endeavor. In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek.

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2022

It seems like you have to answer the same questions over and over in every grant proposal. And in longer government proposals, sometimes it seems like you have to answer the same question twice right in the same application! Transcript: Writing grant proposals is a time-intensive process, and it can often feel repetitive.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 20, 2024

Knowing you face a lot of competition may leave you wondering, how do you make your grant application perfect? And we have seen organizations go to great lengths to create the perfect proposal. Unfortunately, sometimes, the time and personnel resources organizations invest in foundation proposals are not worth it.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 13, 2024

As grant directors, managers, and writers we need to understand what we are writing about in our proposals, especially if we aren’t involved directly in the project or program development. Are you prepared to remind those who hold the answers – or the planning process - that you both want the same thing – a strong proposal?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 21, 2023

Read our application tips and tricks to enhance your project proposal. Amazon Web Services (AWS) wants to support the mission-critical components of your work that rely on cloud technology.

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Peak Proposals

MARCH 1, 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. Funders fund proposals that help them advance their goals.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 8, 2024

At the forefront of your grant proposal stands the executive summary. More than just a mere abstract, it serves as the initial encounter between your proposal and the discerning eyes of grant reviewers. This condensed synopsis encapsulates the essence of your proposal and, if engaging enough, wields the power to captivate your reader.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This brief document can set the stage for your entire application, giving you a chance to showcase your organization’s vision and objectives. Let’s examine what it is, why it matters, and how it can help your grant application succeed. Understanding the nuances of what it takes to write an LOI is key.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 11, 2024

Such is the predicament grant seekers might find themselves in if they don’t carefully read a request for proposals or RFP. An RFP, or Request for Proposal, is a tool that a funding source uses to attract proposals that align with their interests. That invitation? It was for his five-year-old’s birthday party. What Is an RFP?

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Grant Writer Team

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A well-written, award-winning grant proposal illustrates why a cause is qualified for funding. And it’s true, your grant application must be 100% fact-based. To put it bluntly, your proposal will stand out when your passion is reflected in your grant application. However, bear this in mind. Passion cannot be forced.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 25, 2024

If you do not, your application may be rejected. Even More Accuracy: Make sure that spelling, punctuation, and all information regarding your proposal is 100% correct. Your proposal reflects your general attitude towards your work and a funder might view careless mistakes as your attitude toward your cause. Be honest, above all.

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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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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 3, 2024

We understand what it takes to create successful grant proposals that increase revenue for your organization. In fact, the solutions we will talk about in this post will actually save you time and headaches throughout the application, data collection, and reporting process. Read our article here about our 2023 successes.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

So, you’re writing a grant proposal. GrantWatch wants to do everything possible to give you the tools you need to make your grant proposal objectives a reality. There’s a good chance there is a wide variety of grants that can help you meet your grant proposal objectives and reach your goal.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

Common questions in a grant proposal ask about the demographics of the people you serve, how many people you serve, or the impact of your programs. Read this article to see: Mistake #5: Grant writers continuously adjusting data when writing grants How can I know if a funder requires really up-to-date data in a grant application?

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Candid

MAY 18, 2021

Demonstrating credibility is one of the most important factors in a grant proposal. You may be surprised to learn that the budget in your proposal plays an important role in illustrating your organization’s credibility. Many funders look at your budget first, even before they read the narrative of your proposal. Transcript.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

APRIL 9, 2023

Grant applications can be a complicated and lengthy process, and it can be challenging to manage them while keeping track of clients’ schedules. With our clients it is crucial to break down the application process into smaller deadlines to ensure that everything is completed on time.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 4, 2024

It is the soul of your proposal, usually the first impression people have of your case, and the way you introduce your work to a funder. Everything should return to your stated need as it sets the tone for the rest of your proposal. And that is before you even get to character counts! Relevance: Why does it matter?

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 21, 2024

The question is how can we apply these ideas to improving a proposal cover letter? Too often, I have seen people labor over a grant application and then – at the last minute – undercut their effort by signing the application or cover letter as if they just finished a penmanship class. ” I also use a Ms.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 19, 2023

Have you ever gotten a call for proposals from a funder that fits your organization’s mission, and you have some ideas, but you don’t know where to start with the actual writing of the proposal? We start with asking three questions that will end up being the foundation for the proposal. Why does this problem exist?

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Grants.gov

JULY 14, 2020

Developing a proofreading strategy can greatly improve the quality of your federal grant application. Consider asking your early proofreaders to focus on macro issues, such as the organization of narrative sections or the logical flow within your application narrative. Give your application a grade.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

All grant proposals are different. But regardless of what type of proposals you may be working on at this moment in time, there is one thing I can say with certainty: You will run into proposals that ask you to write out the goals, objectives, and outcomes for your program or project. Let’s get started. What is a goal?

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