RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

You are carefully researching different funding sources and feel strongly that federal grant funding will help provide the financial boost that you need to get things moving. For those who have spent countless hours preparing federal grant applications, you know that this isnt easy. Seems like a win, right?

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 15, 2024

Grant writers are often the unsung heroes of the application process. They parse the grant documentation to understand if their organization is a good fit, they gather information from throughout the organization, and they mold it into an engaging story about the important work the organization is doing.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As a grants manager, you know how important it is to have a clear and efficient grantee application process. You want to collect the data you need to make informed decisions, support your grantees’ success, and demonstrate your impact.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 17, 2024

But inertia is not an option when your grant programs outgrow your current solution, or your vendor sunsets the software you use, like Salesforce is doing with their grant management software, FoundationConnect. Include who is involved in those application reviews and how decisions are made.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 31, 2025

Use your notice of award to clearly outline the terms of the grant, including the awarded amount, any specific requirements or expectations, and the timeline for deliverables. Include clearand obviouscontact information in the notice, so grantees know exactly who to reach out to with questions or concerns.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

Some organizations have a well-established grants culture, while others are still learning what it takes to prepare grant applications. As the grant professional, you are their leader and educatorhelping your colleagues understand why their involvement matters. What is the current post-award process?

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 2024

Indeed, the grant writing team may not realize that, in particular, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has much to contribute to the success of the grant application and the administrative processes that follow. human resources, accounting, information technology, etc.) will be handled in the application.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For tips on how to navigate the application process, see our article on how to apply for grant money. In summary, understanding the significance and variety of grants can empower artists to seek out and apply for funding opportunities that best align with their creative endeavors. This demonstrates transparency and planning.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The Blackbaud SKY API, or Application Programming Interface, is basically a set of rules that outlines how one piece of software can access data or functionality provided by a separate piece of software. That connection is created by an API that shares payment information between those systems and the vendor.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 13, 2024

Finding the Perfect Software for Your Nonprofit Ah, grant management! In the vibrant nonprofit world, where grant processes seem to twist and turn like a labyrinth, having the right grant management software isn’t just helpful—it’s a game changer. Why Bother with Grant Management Software?

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Bonterra

APRIL 13, 2024

Grants management software Unify giving and grantmaking Build strategic nonprofit partnerships that drive more social impact with less work for your teams. Increase efficiency and minimize manual work Accelerate approvals with tailored workflows, automated nudges, and end-to-end visibility at each stage of the application process.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Identifying Grants: Research Strategies for Church Leaders Finding the right grants requires diligent research and a systematic approach. These platforms allow users to filter grant opportunities by location, funding amount, eligibility criteria, and project focus.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2024

The dashboard on your car gives you real-time information that helps you make better decisions about your driving. The dashboards on your grant management system give you a similar snapshot of your grantmaking programs. Do any applications need attention? What Are Dashboards in Your Grant Management System?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Introduction to Grant Budgets Understanding the financial aspects of grant applications, particularly budgeting, is essential for both small businesses and non-profits. Importance of Budgeting for Grant Applications Budgeting serves as the financial blueprint of any grant proposal.

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RBW Strategy

JANUARY 24, 2024

Phase 1: The Pre-Award Phase The pre-award phase includes the grantor announcing the funding opportunity all the way through the application submission and review of grant applications. The grant-making agency announces the funding opportunity and advertises it to applicant communities.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As grant professionals, we are accountable not just for what information is shared but for how that information is shared. A grant professional is working for a local non-profit that is doing great work in the community. The organization has the opportunity to apply for a significant grant from a local foundation.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

A grant management system is no place for your garbage. And yet, many grantmakers leave duplicate records, incomplete contacts, and incorrectly formatted information littered throughout their GMS, waiting to be scooped up in reports. What information is coming into your organization and where is it being stored?

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AmpliFund

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Unfortunately, w hile ERP systems offer a broad range of functionalities to manage various aspects of business operations, their grant management capabilities are not robust enough to enable most organizations to properly manage grant funding. So how does an ERP benefit grants management ?

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Just Write Grants

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Your inbox explodes with grant alerts, deadlines, and requests for updates. Grant applications feel like intricate puzzles you have to solve alone. You dream of a system to tame the grant management chaos and free up time for your actual mission. Do I Really Need Strategies and Best Practices?

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Grant Consulting Services

AUGUST 31, 2023

Because nonprofits rely on grant funding, systems must be in place to properly manage and maintain that funding as part of the grant lifecycle. So, how do we manage grants? What is Grant Management? Internal grant policy(ies) are integral parts of implementing grants. You’re right!

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Strategic Grants

MAY 12, 2024

Proposal development Writing compelling grant applications and funder proposals is another essential for securing funding from Trusts and Foundations. Grant management Once funding is secured, effective grant management is essential.

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AmpliFund

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

We know many grant makers publish new funding opportunities in the spring, and using purpose-built tools to create and manage them saves organizations a lot of time and effort. Plan Your Application Structure Applicants and reviewers can get lost in an application that isn’t structured effectively.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Applying for Grants Submitting a grant application can be complex. It is crucial to follow structured steps for the best chance of success: Prepare a Strong Grant Proposal : Craft a compelling proposal that outlines the nonprofit’s mission, project goals, and intended impact. Clarity is key.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Grantmakers of all sizes should check out Idealware's recently updated Consumer’s Guide to Grants Management Systems. Available from Idealware's website as a free download, the updated guide compares 20 grants management systems, including popular offerings from Bromelkamp and MicroEdge.

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Fluxx

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Below is an outline of key information on OAPF with a particular focus on who is eligible for application, the benefits accruing from the fund, and how to apply successfully.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Far from a check-box approach of counting heads, Mott and many other funders want deep and meaningful information that can lead to specific actions to do better in terms of diversity and equity. By claiming their profile, nonprofit organizations can self-identify the demographic characteristics of their board, management, and staff.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Solution To manage time constraints effectively: Develop a Grant Calendar : Create a detailed calendar with deadlines, submission requirements, and timelines for each grant application. Consider hiring a dedicated grant writer or using a grant management system to streamline the process.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

You will want to think ahead about being able to easily capture grant information, set up tasks and deadlines, and then run accurate reports at any time. Fund accounting systems with grant management can help you from beginning to end if you are a grant-funded organization—or want to be.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

One such data story is this: Though long suspected, we finally have the data to confirm that 39 percent of our grant applications are duplicative across funders. Analysis of grant applications from 130 funders. Provide the following information about the organization and staff. Applicant Contact Information.

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Grant Writer Team

MAY 23, 2024

But remember, you don’t actually need a degree to write grants. So, if you want to be a grant writer, find the way it best suits you and start writing those grant applications. So, when an organization needs a solid grant writer, they simply hire outside the company. The field is wide open!

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The Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Resources like the Google Ad Grant offer additional ways to boost your nonprofit’s online presence, but each marketing tool you add to your strategy requires time and energy. Professional grant management allows your nonprofit to unlock the power of the Google Ad Grant while saving your team’s time for other marketing endeavors.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

In a minute I’ll go over how to know whether or not you’re ready and for those of you who conclude that you aren’t quite there yet, I recommend reading this article anyway and using the information as a way to prepare and inform yourself. What kinds of NEA grants are out there? I’m ready to write my grant!

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Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

An API, or application programming interface, is a set of rules that define how two pieces of software can communicate with each other. For example, when you use Google Maps to find directions, you’re using an API that connects your browser to Google’s database of maps, locations, and traffic information.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 4, 2024

Grants managers are adept problem solvers. These migrations slow us down considerably and distract us from the high-risk compliance and risk-mitigation work primary to our grants manager job descriptions. Writing RFPs and managing technology migrations detract from grants managers’ ability to process grants.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

In addition to risk, federal government agencies are asking applicants/recipients to demonstrate their ability to manage federal grants through a robust internal controls policy and procedures manual (sometimes during the pre-award stage) that outlines how organizations will be good stewards of government funding.

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Candid

AUGUST 19, 2024

Foundations increasingly recognize the importance of recipient organizations’ demographics in informing their grantmaking process to ensure their grants are equitably distributed and impactful. Understanding the collective benefits When funders ask for demographic information in grant applications, most nonprofits comply.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Too often, grant management is seen as a scary, messy aspect of grant funding, and we have a vague understanding of the requirements or components. In the nonprofit field, it’s common for staff to be put in a role where they manage grants but might not have the knowledge or resources to understand what that entails.

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