Candid

JANUARY 9, 2025

I truly hope that nearly five years after the entire sector was forced to navigate office shutdowns, shift programs and services online, and streamline grant applications and reporting, I dont need to make the case that technology is central to philanthropic and nonprofit organizations mission and programs.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In a webinar with Peter Panapento , co-founder and philanthropic practice leader of Turn Two Communications, he shared best practices when creating an AI policy for your grantmaking organization. Here are some of the tips Peter shared for creating an AI policy that your organization will actually use. Meet your staff where they are.

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Policies Policy AI Ethics 96

Strategic Grants

MARCH 5, 2025

Last year the team at Strategic Grants helped write or critique close to 50 applications for the competitive Perpetual IPAP Grant. Is there diverse representation at leadership level, do you adopt gender-inclusive language and policies, have you considered barriers that might prevent people from participating in focus groups?

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Projects that Address Policy Issues for Older Adults : Grants to nonprofits for housing projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above Help Communities Thrive : Grants to nonprofits to create and sustain thriving communities. Nonprofits must be nominated by a title industry professional.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Foundation application processes are often simpler than government grants, making them more accessible. Address Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to nonprofits for projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above. Foundation Grants for Nonprofits are among the most sought-after grants, and for good reason.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Employee Roles and Responsibilities Define clear policies regarding employee roles, especially for those who might help with on-the-ground cleanup efforts versus those who will keep the organization running. Extend Deadlines For programs currently in the application cycle, extend deadlines for potential grantees in impacted areas.

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Policies Policy Funding Readiness 87

Candid

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We removed unnecessary educational requirements that might have limited our applicant pool and no longer assumed elite universities had the best talent. Shifting culture: A commitment to inclusive policies and practices benefits all staff While we’re proud of this progress, we know the numbers only tell one side of the story.

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Policies Policy Funding Applicant 98

GrantNews

MARCH 12, 2025

Address Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to nonprofits for projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above. Funding is for advocacy projects that address policy issues. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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Grant Grants Education Nonprofit 102

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Some are continuing their funding as before, but others are rewording their websites and applications. Some are continuing their funding as before, but others are rewording their websites and applications.

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Policies Policy Award Applicant 109

GrantNews

JUNE 4, 2024

“Honesty is the best policy,” said every parent–ever. It turns out, your folks were right, honesty really is the best policy. Transparency The foundational principle of writing grant applications is honesty. Having clear organizational policies in place helps manage conflicts of interest effectively.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 15, 2024

Grant writers are often the unsung heroes of the application process. By taking a few steps to make your grant applications more accessible for grant writers, you will have more complete, more customized, and more on-time applications. The first step to knowing what you are asking is to look at your application.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2024

In addition to building relationships with the organizations you support, there is some documentation you should ask for, especially for new applicants. Depending on how your application is set up, you can add an open-ended question or discuss it during a follow-up conversation.

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Grant Grants Policies Policy 111

GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Donor-Centric Tips for Nonprofits Thank Donors Enforce a strict, yet sustainable policy strategically interacting with your donors. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information. Acknowledge Donors Publicly Utilize social media. Recognize your donors.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2025

In addition to mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities, fellows will attend the Administration for Children and Families(ACF) Child Care and Early Education Policy Research Consortium (CCEEPRC). Grants to Libraries for Professional Development for Staff and Volunteers!

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. You may have applicable good samaritan laws in your state. Procedures do not require Board approval but are critical for providing processes and structure to support the policies.

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Policies Policy Liability Training 119

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

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Pre-Award Preparation Have certain policies and processes in place before applying for a grant so you can be confident you meet their requirements and there are no surprises. Tip 1: Have your leadership drive the conversation on grant funding and the policies associated with this revenue stream. Update your policies accordingly.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Naturally, we were curious to know how grantmakers felt about the use of generative AI in funding applications. In its annual survey of foundation giving trends, Candid finds 57% of grantmakers didnt know whether theyd received applications created with generative AI, only 10% accepted or planned to accept them, and 67% were undecided.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

But before receiving funds, you need to show you’re legally registered, governed by a board, and have solid financial management policies. Our SOC 2 audit required us to refine our policies and plans for responding to incidents or unexpected events. It would have been easy for our core team to come up with policies ourselves.

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Policies Policy Contracts Contract 105

Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

How does an enterprise-scale CRM provide better data for an AI application? At the same time, an enterprise-scale CRM provides the necessary controls and oversight to ensure that all transactions are handled securely and in compliance with your organization’s policies.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

Here are some best practices for effectively managing staff turnover and onboarding with your grantmaking software, including some methods of reassigning existing records to new staff members, establishing clear security roles, and building a comprehensive policies and procedures guide to keep everyone on the same page. Likely no.

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Policies Policy Training Management 104

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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RBW Strategy

MAY 13, 2024

The organization does this by increasing the amount of capacity building, grant services, and data/engagement/policy services provided with a curated pool of consultants who support nonprofit organizations throughout Nevada. RBW Strategy has partnered with Nevada GrantLab (NGL) since 2021 on several large-scale federal grant projects.

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Candid

JUNE 3, 2024

For a large organization working in all four areas to improve the lived experiences of a traditionally marginalized population, achieving impact requires the application of evidence-based insights. What public policies are needed to address the unmet needs of our constituents? Technical assistance.

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Transportation Policies Policy Training 115

Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

Know the regulations that apply to your industry and identify the data that might be applicable to those regulations. 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. But we are still in the beginning stages of its application.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 28, 2025

However, when temporary pauses or interruptions in federal grant funding occurwhether due to administrative changes, policy reviews, or other government actionsorganizations must pivot quickly to protect their mission and maintain stability.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 28, 2023

Global Counsel, a strategic advisory firm, is seeking applications from charities, NGOs, and small social enterprises to participate in its Social Impact Programme. The program helps organizations that would benefit from political risk and policy advisory services but may not be able to secure consultancy support.

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iGrantWriters

JANUARY 5, 2022

Foreign components, as defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, are not allowed. Entities (Foreign Institutions) are not eligible to apply. Non-domestic (non-U.S.) components of U.S. Organizations are not eligible to apply. Deadline to Apply March 10, 2022

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Policies Policy Grant Policy Government 52

Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

After Facebook recently changed its rules on contests, I asked Sandra what the changes meant and if organizations should continue to use third-party applications for contests. First, let’s look at the major change Facebook made: Administrators can now create promotions without being required to use third-party applications.

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Policies Policy Applicant Application 103

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Proven Techniques Understanding of successful grant application strategies. By utilizing their expertise, clients can expect higher-quality applications that resonate more with grantors. Increased Success Rates The ultimate goal of any grant application is funding.

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Effective Policies : It allows you to develop effective policies and procedures for animal care and handling, ensuring consistency and quality. Next, youll submit the 501(c)(3) tax exemption application to the IRS. Screen Applicants Have an application and interview process to ensure good matches and prepared families.

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Policies Policy Fundraising Funding 59

Candid

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Develop an AI policy The first step is to create a policy that guides, rather than restricts, AI use. But keep in mind, as AI evolves and its capabilities improve, you’ll need to update the policy regularly and communicate the changes to staff. So, how can you foster this organization-wide, inclusive approach to AI adoption?

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AI Ethics Policies Policy 98

GrantNews

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Criminal Justice and Community Safety Policies Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to conduct research studies of interventions, practices, and policies in relation to the criminal justice system and community safety. A Letter of Intent must be submitted before the full application.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

How to turn website visitors into supporters You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to successfully promote Year-End and GivingTuesday with the Google Ad Grant.

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Utilities Grant Grants Policies 97

Grant Training Center

JULY 31, 2023

The NIH closely scrutinizes the Data Management Plan (DMP) as a fundamental part of the grant application, for it demonstrates how data will be handled and generated during the research project. Each NIH institute may have slightly different expectations for data sharing, so be sure to tailor your plan accordingly.

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Management Grant Writing Budget Policies 98

GrantNews

MARCH 11, 2024

The IRS requires that any nonprofit bylaws that have been adopted be included in Form 1023 , which is the application for a nonprofit to be awarded 501(c)(3) or tax-exempt status. Additionally, much of what is included in these documents is essential to your application to become a recognized nonprofit, so preparing early on is beneficial.

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Nonprofit Policies Policy Consulting 107

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and state-funded universities such as state-funded universities and area agencies on aging. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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