Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application. Here’s how nonprofits can measure and communicate impact and ROI effectively before they submit a proposal.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 22, 2024

FreeWill has acquired GrantAssistant, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform designed to provide nonprofits and international development organizations with a proposal workflow toolkit that streamlines the grant application process. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. version launched in April of this year.

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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. Yet, fostering a productive proposal-building environment often presents scheduling and communication hurdles.

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GrantNews

APRIL 24, 2025

Because of this, GrantWatch lists child protection grants that help nonprofits combat child abuse. Because of this, grant-makers provide funding to schools, education programs, libraries , community-based nonprofits, and even healthcare providers. Is it Time for Your Nonprofit to Hire a Grant Writer? You dont want to miss this.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

DECEMBER 2, 2024

I can empathize with their impatience and frustration, especially after completing such a long application preparation process. Most grants are extremely competitive, and even with a good application, any number of factors can affect whether or not your organization is chosen instead of another, equally worthy applicant.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Technology is empowering nonprofits. More and more, technology has become an invaluable tool for nonprofits to use to more efficiently and effectively fulfill their mission. Whether it’s programs or services, nonprofits have to make good use of the (usually) limited resources available.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 17, 2024

It is no secret that nonprofits must rely on a variety of funding sources to sustain their work. Foundation funding is also a key element of many nonprofits’ structures. Instrumental found that as of January 2024, there are over 86,000 grantmakers and that private foundations “represent the largest award source” for many nonprofits.

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GrantNews

APRIL 16, 2025

If your nonprofit struggles with donor retention, you are not alone. However, funding is vital for nonprofits to make a real-world impact. Above all, donor-centric management is an effective and cost-efficient way to increase nonprofits’ donor retention. In truth, nonprofits prioritizing donor retention often see success.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

This is a shame, because they might be interested in your program if they ever got the chance to hear about your work and review your proposal. Just as you shouldnt use AI to write your grant applications , you shouldnt use Google or AI to search for opportunities. The Almighty Algorithm What is a grant database?

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Sometimes, it can be frustrating when you find a grant that’s perfect for your needs, but the deadline has already passed and it’s too late to submit your grant proposal. GrantWatch has provided a list of some last chance grants whose application deadline is within the next week to ten days. Grants That Will Soon Expire 1.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 17, 2025

Your Next Grant Starts with the Right Preparation Crafting a winning grant proposal takes effort, planning, and the right support. Our professional grant writers provide the tools and confidence you need to successfully pursue funding opportunities that support your nonprofit mission. 10 Steps to Strengthen Your Next Grant Proposal 1.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Though there are challenges to meeting the criteria in order to apply for matching grants, the end result can yield a much greater return on the time and effort you put into writing and submitting this kind of grant proposal. The applicant organization must show evidence of need and a commitment to raising matching funds.

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GrantNews

APRIL 18, 2025

What is the Donor Cycle and why should nonprofits care? As nice as it is to receive a donation, the real work for a nonprofit is to KEEP that donor engaged and involved in order to see continued donations in the future. A nonprofit looking to make donors a part of their donor cycle has to do more than just write a thank you note.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Whether youre a a minority business owner, an individual minority entrepreneur, or a nonprofit supporting underserved communities there are resources available to help you thrive. Successful applicants have the opportunity to receive financial support, business guidance and mentorship, and marketing and promotional support.

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RBW Strategy

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Thinking through the post-award experience from a pre-award vantage Picture this – you work at a nonprofit and have a big, audacious project that you are looking to get off the ground. 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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Candid

MARCH 11, 2025

Two significant gaps became evident that we saw as two sides of the same coin: Nonprofits dont often have space to truly think about their strengths and sustainability. Nonprofits dont often have the opportunity to dream big. We held live webinars and community office hours where applicants could ask questions.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For example, making grants more accessible by utilizing an online application process. In truth, this is one of the many reasons GrantWatch lists grants for nonprofits and businesses alike. Because of this, nonprofits are taking their lead and pioneering a path to encourage grant-makers to create more inclusive grants.

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Greg Stanley at PEAK Grantmaking has argued that generative AI tools can streamline the grant application process by enabling grantmakers to summarize, categorize, and pre-screen applications and by making it easier for grantseekers to fill out application forms. Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant applications?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Grants are an integral lifeline for many nonprofits, providing the necessary funding to launch new initiatives, sustain critical programs, and ensure operational stability. What if that major grant your nonprofit counts on suddenly disappears: How would you continue your mission?

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GrantNews

APRIL 17, 2024

Recipients of Government Funding Many people think government grants are reserved for nonprofits and municipalities, but there are government grants for businesses and individuals as well. Next up, grants to IHEs, research institutions, agencies, nonprofit organizations, private organizations, and individuals. What are you waiting for?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 3, 2025

As you are building your nonprofit, most nonprofits early on come to understand that they must increase their funding so they can serve more people, serve the community, and do all the things that they got into this industry to do. Complicated Federal grant applications are also very complicated to complete, compile, and submit.

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 8, 2024

As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you 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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Candid

JUNE 10, 2024

The significant role foundations play in advancing the social good underscores the need to incorporate equitable and inclusive grant application and review practices. Anonymizing the process not only streamlines the application for grantseekers but also decreases reviewers’ workload and burnout. Offer additional support.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If the foundation’s top grant is $5,000 and you ask for $25,000, you’re waving a huge red flag. * Is it consistent with instructions in the application guidelines? The budget should mirror the proposal narrative. * Is it reasonable to support the program? The budget section of the proposal can be a huge plus or minus.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Branding for Nonprofits in the U.S., In-kind support to nonprofits to build their brands in the U.S., The program provides web design and digital assistance to nonprofits to strengthen their impact on target audiences. International Grants to Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Individuals in Need!

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Know what they fund and what matters most to them and know who you are as a nonprofit and what your funding priorities are. Alice Rossignol, Nonprofit Consultant Avoid AI Shortcuts and Put Yourself in the Donor’s Shoes Some suggest grant writing can be done by AI. Good luck with your applications!

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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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GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

For example, scientific insights and policy proposals are best utilized if understood universally. Language and translation grants have, as a result, emerged on GrantWatch for businesses and nonprofits. By providing language compliance updates to training materials, nonprofits and businesses can improve their ESG impact score.

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GiveSmart

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As part of a nonprofit or charitable organization, you know funding is critical for continuing your mission. However, writing grant applications can be a very time-consuming and stressful process. Even the most experienced writer may feel pressure to be chosen by grant funders out of dozens or hundreds of applications.

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GrantNews

MARCH 24, 2025

Power Up Your Nonprofit with foundation grants! These grants are highly sought after because they offer a more straightforward application process compared to government funding. With fewer restrictions, they provide nonprofits with greater flexibility in how funds are allocated.

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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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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Grant writing is a vital skill for local nonprofits seeking funding to support their missions. In an increasingly competitive landscape, it is essential to present compelling proposals that stand out and resonate with potential funders. By staying informed about industry changes, you ensure your proposals are relevant and timely.

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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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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 20, 2025

The state of nonprofit grants is in flux in 2025, as a U.S. Over 35,000 nonprofits rely on government grants for over half their total revenue. If your organization relies partially or heavily on grant funding to stay in business, reevaluate your grant writing and management approach to ensure more of your proposals are accepted.

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GrantNews

APRIL 21, 2025

Grants for Nonprofit Growth aren’t just a talking point, they’re your next strategic move. Think of GrantWatch as your 2025 Grant Game Book , packed with the plays you need to secure flexible, high-impact nonprofit funding. Environmental and Social Initiatives Grants to nonprofits for environmental and social initiatives.

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Funding sources can receive thousands of grant applications, so it is critical that you stand out. GrantWriterTeam has helpful grant writing tips for your application, you can submit grants with confidence. Do not fall into the temptation of using a template for grant proposals. Do not rush your grant application.

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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. However, what is more important to funding sources is that nonprofits really care about the work they are doing. For new grant writers, it can be tempting to create a template from which to base every grant proposal.

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