GrantNews

MARCH 3, 2025

For every business looking to grow, there’s a grant ready to help. In this article, we highlight five impactful grants available this March, all sourced from GrantWatch. For those ready to take the next step, explore more grant opportunities on GrantWatch and embark on your journey towards business success. Absolutely!

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Here''s an overview of a new article in our Hub by Joe Waters designed to help non-profits start building sponsor partnerships. Is your non-profit or association taking full advantage of sponsorships? sponsors-Fundraising'

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Clairification

MAY 9, 2024

In my last article (Part 1 of a three-part event planning series) I offered a compendium of common sense event planning advice. Hopefully you read the previous article, determined an event was your best strategic option to reach your primary end goal, and now you’re ready to get to work! First you want people to come.

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Gail Perry Group

JULY 31, 2024

These six articles will guide you and your team through an essential readiness assessment that every nonprofit needs before taking the leap. Then download our free Capital Campaign Readiness Checklist to get started on your assessment. The post Is Your Nonprofit Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign? Would you like more?

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Clairification

MARCH 13, 2023

In my last article, It’s Fundraising Malpractice Not to Build Future Reserves , I introduced the subject of having both an organizational checking and savings account so you don’t risk going belly up when people rely on you. I talked about building a case for endowment and bringing your board on board. No, you don’t!

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

A Primer for Pre- and Post-Award Grant Readiness. Becky Jascoviak of RBW Strategy helped with this article The post I Signed up for What?! A Primer for Pre- and Post-Award Grant Readiness first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. Want more information on creating a plan of action for your organization to manage your federal grants?

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

to describe the development team’s feelings, but the question they all have is: “Are we really ready to do this?”. Whether you are the leader of your organization, or a member of the team being charged with your new campaign, use this list as a checklist to evaluate when your organization is ready to move forward.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Read our article here to learn more. Unlike a new grant writer that takes time to hire and train, Alex and her team are ready to step in to support your fundraising team today. We are ready to start work for you when you are ready! A grant consultant often costs just a fraction of this large price tag.

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Soapbox Exchange

APRIL 21, 2025

Ready to learn something new? This weeks articles dig into the nuances of communication, from writing text messages that sound like real people to knowing when not to speak on behalf of your donors. Issue 247 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

As we approach this year’s GivingTuesday on December 3, here’s a collection of articles that explore fundraising strategies to help you prepare and maximize efforts to engage donors, boost contributions, and make the most of this global day of giving. Get ready for GivingTuesday with a cohesive digital campaign.

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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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Candid

JULY 7, 2022

If you’re ready to fully leverage social media for any giving day, whether July 15, Giving Tuesday, or some other day, here’s four tips to get you started. . Learn more about Meta donations and setting them up from our Knowledge Base Article. 59% of those people donate money. . 53% volunteer. . Warn people in advance.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This article explores the top reasons behind their hesitation and provides proven strategies to shift their mindset. Ready to turn reluctance into fundraising success? Many board members resist asking for donations--but why?

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Clairification

MAY 2, 2024

It means that by the time you get to 20 people (out of 1,000) who are ready to become committed fans, each of these people is worth fifty times as much effort as you’d put into getting one new stranger to be aware of what you do. Don’t send a poorly-written mail merge to your best prospects.

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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. Modern grantmakers must be prepared and ready to support their communities when—not if—a climate disaster hits. Here’s how grantmakers can be ready. Hurricanes.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Heres a curated collection of articles and resources covering a wide range of topics on nonprofit boards. These articles explore the challenges and opportunities nonprofit boards can present for advancing racial equityboth within organizations and in the communities they serve. Overcome these board excuses for not fundraising.

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Clairification

JUNE 3, 2024

Years ago I happened on a Forbes article describing 5 Ways to Make a Killer First Impression. As you get ready or when you are driving over think about what kind of people you want to meet and what kind of interactions you want to have. It’s also true for prospective philanthropic supporters. You should be dating your donors!

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Clairification

JUNE 5, 2023

Today’s article will help you learn both: how to keep more fundraisers, and how to satisfy, inspire and retain more donors. The real reason fundraisers leave their jobs, and the sector, is very similar to why donors leave you. I gave you a hint in the title. It’s what Aretha Franklin famously sang about: R-E-S-P-E-C-T.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 24, 2025

Video, brochure, or news article: some foundations invite you to share promotional materials with them. Collect these stories, photos, and consent to share the story/photo as you go, so that when the opportunity comes around, you are ready with a powerful client story that moves funders hearts.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

First up, a disclaimer: Some of you reading this are not ready for NEA grants. You probably aren’t ready for federal grants at all. Or at least bookmark this article for later!) Is my organization ready to apply for a NEA grant? Ok, so I’m not ready to apply this year. What kinds of NEA grants are out there?

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Instead, give yourself a solid 4-6 week time frame (pre-December) to hammer down your year-end fundraising details so you’re ready to go on kickoff day. We’ve got all kinds of challenge ideas and more in our 200+ Fundraising Ideas article ! Luckily, this article has everything you need to write the perfect year-end appeal.

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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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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore the power in aligning AI technologies and methodologies by showing you how AI can support every stage of the ask, ultimately helping you raise more dollars for your organization, without being creepy. Now it’s our turn to make the ask—are you ready to take AI for a whirl?

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iGrantWriters

MARCH 23, 2020

However, some are not in a position to qualify for grants yet because they are not grant-ready. If you were to ask new founders of nonprofits if they are grant ready, most would say, "Yes" we are ready to receive grants based on their surface understanding of matter. What does it mean to be grant-ready?

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this regard, I commend this article from Steven Screen of The Better Fundraising Co.: Approaching this time of year from a place of abundance rather than scarcity will not only reduce your stress but will also inspire people to want to join your mission. They light a path on the way to better.” Donor generosity will follow.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2022

There’s a lot of pressure to get ready for this one day, and it can feel overwhelming. Our Knowledge Base Article can help you collect demographics about your organization. The post Get ready for GivingTuesday with a cohesive digital campaign appeared first on Candid Blog. I know I have. But, there is a way to simplify this.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 19, 2015

By planning ahead, thinking multichannel, and preparing your communications, you'll be ready for the year-end online giving season. Get your website ready for giving with a schedule of new content that aligns with your year-end messaging. Plan Ahead for Messaging. Go Mobile with Email.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

I use Google to look things up every day, from addresses to recipes to news articles. If you are ready to talk more about how we can support your nonprofits work, schedule a call with my team today. What I dont do, though, is rely on Google to find the best grant opportunities for my clients, and neither should you.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

In this article we will go through 7 easy steps on how to create a donation page for free, ways to optimize your page for conversions, and tips to promote your donation page to maximize contributions. Ready to get started? Having a dedicated donation page ensures that giving is simple, accessible, and distraction-free.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Get Started Today Ready to take your fundraising to the next level? Efficient fund management helps you stretch resources, meet goals faster, and show donors that their contributions are being put to the best possible use. Automated matching makes it easier than ever to maximize donations, engage your donors, and reach your goals faster.

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Candid

AUGUST 15, 2024

These articles explain, for example, how to overcome fundraising challenges during an election year, how to make sure your nonprofit is “grant-ready,” and how even the smallest nonprofits can get noticed by potential donors and build those relationships. These articles offer strategies for meeting these specific challenges.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

By planning ahead, thinking multichannel, and preparing your communications, you'll be ready for the year-end online giving season. This content might include new blog posts, a new featured article on your home page, a lightbox that pops up, and a fresh, new donation page. Plan Your Year-End Messaging. Go Mobile with Email.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

For every ambitious entrepreneur ready to push forward, there is a business grant waiting to help. The program provides a platform for coaching, investor pitches, and mentor meetings, and helps companies advance investor readiness, scalability, and customer growth. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel!

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Ready to make a bigger impact? Get Started With CauseVox’s Online Fundraising Platform Today With CauseVox’s platform, you have all the tools you need to take your fundraising to the next level. Learn more about why CauseVox is the perfect choice for your organization and start building your next campaign—for free—today!

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Clairification

JULY 3, 2023

Ready to declare your independence from the pandemic of overloaditis ? The reason I began this article with a list of overload symptoms is to help you become aware of the signs before, bit by bit, they gradually take over your life. It’s a highly contagious epidemic, from which no one is immune. Are you showing any symptoms?

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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? All of these questions indicate a need for data. Remember, it is all about your impact!

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