Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 27, 2021

It’s been a long year in so many ways, but before it’s done, let’s take a look at the top fundraising articles of the year. These fundraising articles have been popular ones that our readers have loved and I wanted to gather them together for you in case you missed any of them earlier this year. Comment below and let us know!

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Clairification

APRIL 20, 2023

Which means that: Budgets Timelines Plans Decision trees and projections are nothing to be afraid of. This week’s borrowed wisdom: “ Boundaries are levers And assertions are maps. They’re a gift. I’ve got a lot of great stuff for you this week, so let’s get right to it! I am deeply appreciative for your support!

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

If there’s one thing we’re most proud of, it’s the way we’re giving Not everyone has the time to write a Blue Avocado article. That’s why we’ve put some of Blue Avocado’s most popular articles from the past 15 years in the front of a new generation with Gold Avocado.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Feature Description Funding Sources Federal, state, and local governments Common Areas Education, health, community development Eligibility Varies by program; generally non-profits, local governments, and educational institutions For detailed guidance on obtaining government grants, refer to our article on how to apply for a grant.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more insights on this process, explore our article on how to apply for a grant and grant writing resources. Two essential components of a compelling proposal are writing clear and concise objectives and effective budget planning and justification. Preparing to Write a Grant Successful grant writing begins with thorough preparation.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more in-depth information on grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. Well-articulated grant proposals demonstrate an applicant’s understanding of the project’s goals, budget implications, and anticipated impact. For guidance on creating effective objectives, visit our article on basics of grant writing.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Hundreds of ENGAGE articles have been written by outstanding leaders and subject matter experts across the social good community in 2023. Check out the articles below to see what our community has been most interested in this year. The post The 10 Most Popular ENGAGE Articles in 2023 first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Before it officially wraps, let’s take a look at the top articles of the year on the Get Fully Funded blog. These fundraising articles have been a hit with our readers this year. So, we pack as much goodness as we can into our fundraising articles, bulleting out information so it’s easy to follow and easy to use.

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The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

Review and revise the program budget. While this article addresses government grants ending due to political changes, there are other situations where a grant ends before expected. Those are addressed in a related article: Losing a Grant. Are you able to bridge the gap until additional funding is secured? If so, for how long?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For more insights into nonprofit funding, refer to our article on grant money for nonprofit organizations. For tips on how to navigate the application process, see our article on how to apply for grant money. Provide a Budget : Include a detailed budget that outlines how grant money will be used.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important. Legal Assistance: Hiring an attorney to draft bylaws and articles of incorporation can cost between $500 and $2,000. Marketing Materials: Budget $500 to $1,500 for printed materials, social media ads, and outreach efforts.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more details on types of grants available, refer to our article on what is a grant. Budget A detailed financial plan outlining all expenses and how grant funds will be allocated. For budgeting tips, refer to budgeting for grants. Evaluation Plan A strategy for assessing the project’s effectiveness and outcomes.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Familiarity with the grant process, as outlined in resources like grant writing examples and budgeting for grants , can also enhance the overall application quality. This preparation involves gathering the required documents, developing a comprehensive grant proposal, and budgeting for the funds requested.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For a more detailed explanation of grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. For further details, visit our article on how to apply for a grant. Budget Details how funding should be allocated. Budget A detailed account of the financial resources needed, including direct and indirect costs.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For a more detailed guide on this process, refer to our article on how to apply for grant money. For more detailed insights into grants, refer to our article on foundation grants for nonprofit organizations. This involves strategic budgeting and financial planning, as well as implementing thorough reporting and accountability measures.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more information about grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. For tips on grant writing, visit our article on grant writing examples. For more insights, refer to our article on what is a grant. For more examples of successful proposals, explore our article on grant writing examples.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 12, 2023

That’s why having a good grasp of your Event Budget and ROI (Return on Investment) matters so much for your fundraiser. In this article, we’ll explain how to minimizing expenses so that you can reinvest in new ideas for future fundraisers without breaking the bank. Event Budget Basics. What do you want to achieve?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Read our article here to learn more. Large nonprofits with large fundraising teams may have the budget to hire a full-time grant writer; however, the process to hire a grant writer often takes more than 6 months from start to finish. What is a grant consultant?

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I can share more in a future article if there is interest. Think and Ink Grant Consulting® Think and Ink Grant Consulting® helps large nonprofit organizations with budgets of $3 million or more, institutions of higher education, and municipalities increase their grant dollars. There are so many reasons why this is a bad idea.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 26, 2022

In May of 2020, Echoing Green and The Bridgespan Group published an article highlighting enormous budget disparities between Black and white-led nonprofit organizations seeking institutional funding in the early stages of their development. The numbers were staggering.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This change affects nonprofit organizations by increasing the overall budget for staff salaries. This change might mean more nonprofits see budget shortfalls in the coming year. Read this article to learn more about these changes. This change comes at a time when nonprofits are already feeling the crunch of inflation.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 26, 2022

, but before it officially wraps, let’s take a look at the top articles of the year. These fundraising articles are popular ones that our readers have loved and I wanted to gather them together for you in case you missed any of them earlier this year. Which one of our fundraising articles was your favorite?

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will guide you through steps to ensure you’re well-prepared in advance of a disaster and ensure your efforts are effectively directed towards initiatives that provide aid during challenging times. Nonprofit organizations need funding and support, whether through in-kind contributions, skilled volunteers, or monetary donations.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Effective grant management goes beyond tracking funds in your CRM its also about budgeting effectively, prioritizing programs that need financial support, and delivering timely reports to grantmakers. Many grantmakers request a proposed budget along with grant applications to show youre thinking about these goals from the start.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 29, 2023

How much of their budget is appropriate to spend on new equipment, skilled managers and everything else required for an organization to thrive and endure? Building on this, our research challenges the conventional wisdom that nonprofits should allocate nearly all of their budget to program costs. Read the original article.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A huge thank you to Audrey Kidwell, Grants Manager for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, for providing many of the resources and tips included in this article. This includes simple narratives, flexible budgets, clear timelines for decisions, and a quick approval process. Hurricanes. Prolonged droughts.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Coffman stated in their GuideStar article : Theres no question that nonprofit organizations have an obligation to manage their finances responsibly. Unfortunately, philanthropies are typically (and problematically) judged by the first two criteria. As Chuck McLean and Suzanne E.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

For more insights on the process, check out our article on how to apply for grant money. Budget A clear, itemized budget outlining how funds will be used efficiently. Be Realistic : Set achievable goals and present a realistic budget. Statement of Need A detailed explanation of the problem or need the project addresses.

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Just Write Grants

JUNE 30, 2023

Most nonprofit professionals would agree that's child's play compared to managing a nonprofit's grant budget. I'm sharing seven practical and actionable strategies to maximize your grant budget, ensuring each dollar works towards fostering positive transformation. Let's dive in!

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Annual Giving Network

AUGUST 31, 2020

The post Running a Giving Day on a Budget appeared first on AGN. Giving days can be a great way for organizations to energize their alumni and rally support. They can be particularly.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

Read our article here about our 2023 successes. 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? Provide budget-to-actuals comparison through the last month.

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The Fundraising Coach

MARCH 11, 2020

Back in 2008, I wrote a couple articles on recession proof fundraising and fundraising in a recession. Cutting fundraising and marketing budgets. When money gets tight, the knee-jerk reaction seems to be to cut the fundraising and marketing budgets. As you look at where you can cut budgets, don't be like that CFO.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

You can make it easy for them to choose what fits best for their goals and budget by offering several donation options like one-time, recurring, and pledge support. Diverse Donation Types With CauseVox, your donation page can offer all the options donors need to feel comfortable and excited about supporting you.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These programs often cover various facets of the grant writing process, including research, proposal writing, budget preparation, and project evaluation. Cost Evaluate the program fees against the budget. For further guidance on applying for funding opportunities, refer to our article on how to apply for grant money.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In this article, we will cover online fundraising methods, tools, and some quick tips to get your nonprofit started! An exception would be digital paid ad campaigns, where expenses run high based on the organization’s ad budget. How Do Organizations Collect Donations Online?

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Multiple donation types are great fundraising tools because some supporters may want to make a single impactful gift, while others prefer smaller recurring donations that fit within their monthly budget. Pledge options allow donors to commit to a larger gift over time, helping your organization plan for sustained support.

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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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