Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Grant Ethics: Grant Ethics for Consultants Session 8 of the Ethics Series While all nonprofit professionals have many ethical issues to consider as they conduct pre-award and post-award grant activities, grant consultants have additional areas of which to be mindful because they run their own businesses instead of being an employee of nonprofit.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 16, 2023

One of the questions I get most often is: " Is it okay to pay a grant writer a percentage of the grant award?" Industry best practices (as well as the guidelines for several nonprofit professional organizations) do not allow grant writers to be compensated with a percentage or commission of a grant award. The short answer is "no."

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Welcome to the continuation of the October Ethics Month article series! We are diving deeper into the GPA Code of Ethics this week, focusing on the “Professional Obligations” section. Writing a winning proposal will open doors to bigger and better opportunities for you and the organization receiving the award.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 8, 2024

According to BoardSource , the board [of directors] is responsible for ensuring that the organization is appropriately stewarding the resources entrusted to it and following all legal and ethical standards. Few things are more professionally deflating to a grant team than silence from leadership after notification of a grant award.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The Grant Professionals Association in collaboration with the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has chosen the month of October to highlight the ethical practices of professionals in the resource development field. This month is our opportunity to share with the world the importance of ethics in the grants profession.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As professionals, we face situations that can potentially compromise our ethics and values, sometimes without even knowing it. Or been told they will not compensate until the grant is awarded? Reasons why this is not a best practice are complex, but the GPA Code of Ethics , numbers 17-20, outlines more: 17.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 9, 2024

But after funds are awarded, some are tempted to “pivot” on where and how to use the funds to fit the current needs. Ethics in the grant world can be subjective. We need to consistently return to GPA’s guidance and resources to assist us with ethical judgement calls. Or what if it is located in Hershey, PA—the Chocolate Capital?

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GiveSmart

JANUARY 23, 2025

AI Supported Fundraising AI and AI-supported tools offer technology that can have real benefits for nonprofits, but they also carry a lot of ethical considerations. Improving your nonprofits storytelling can help your organization retain donors and grow funding, grants, and corporate interest in 2025.

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Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Grant Ethics: Ethics for Grant Proposal Need Statements Session 4 of the Grant Ethics Series The way grant professionals describe the needs of their community is an important part of persuading reviewers and grant funders to award a grant. Register for the complete Grant Ethics Series: Register Now

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Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Grant Ethics: Organizational Capacity and Readiness Grant Ethics Session 3 of the Grant Ethics Series Issues of ethics abound when grant professionals examine their organization’s readiness to apply for grants. How ethical is it to use a relationship to get a grant from a foundation outside of its primary area?

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Assel Grant Services

JULY 14, 2024

Ethics are moral principles that govern an individual’s or group’s behavior or activities. Within the grant profession, the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) has defined a clear code of ethics for members to abide by and establish boundaries within practice that uphold the integrity of the industry.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It includes a diverse array of grants, in-kind donations, competitions, and awards. Funding for International Grants, Fellowships, Awards, and Prizes First, grants and in-kind support to NGOs, researchers, and inventors for AI initiatives to assist individuals with disabilities. Below is a list of international funding opportunities.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2024

You may want to set up some ethical guidelines. That doesn’t mean one of your executive director receiving an award. I realize you might run into confidentiality issues , but you can change names to protect someone’s privacy. You could also do a composite story, but don’t make up anything. Always be respectful to your subject(s).

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 20, 2021

But that assumes the interviewer (not you) behaved in an ethical manner toward your story subject and that they gathered the right level of detail for your appeal. If you’re new to interviewing, here are several reporter Dos and Don’ts that will help you conduct an ethical and successful interview: Ready to Touch Donor’s Hearts?

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DoJiggy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Impact on Fundraising BBB WGA accreditation signals to donors that a charity adheres to high ethical standards and has been operating for a minimum of two years, which can enhance trust and support. Top-Rated Awards : Charities with a large number of positive reviews can receive a Top-Rated awards badge.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

When using AI tools to help you draft an award letter, for example, have it put together a template that you can go back and add the grantee information. Show how to use these tools ethically, in a way that supports your organization’s mission and values while upholding its integrity.

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Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 11, 2024

Read the award letter or grant agreement. Many funders provide guidelines or preferences for recognition and logo usage with the award letter or grant agreement. Competency #6: Knowledge of nationally recognized standards of ethical practice by grant developers Skill 6.8:

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

Grant funding is great, but often comes with requirements such as financial tracking of the award, measuring the program, reporting to the funder, and more — so look before you leap ! Any awards will also probably be a reimbursement (you spend the funds, then invoice the government), meaning you have to already have funds to spend.

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

If these technologies can be adopted responsibly and ethically to ease the burden on grantees, they may help contribute to a more efficient, effective, and equitable social sector. The survey focuses on larger foundations, as their giving accounts for a vast proportion of the overall grant dollars awarded. foundations.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 17, 2024

This prestigious “ Grantmaker of the Year ” Award, initiated by GPA in 2011, is a testament to grantmakers' profound impact on the grantmaking community and non-profit organizations. The Awards Ceremony will take place at GrantSummit in Denver this October. The nomination form can be accessed here and must be completed by May 31 st.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

For instance, I wrote a paper for my Ethics in Nonprofits class that explored whether nonprofit theatres should pay actors more or use their resources to prioritize their communities. It provides free information on nonprofits’ missions, visions, values, programs, leadership, and finances. Grants to Individuals .

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Grant professionals cannot successfully and ethically develop grant proposals and applications without learning “tricks of the trade.” In many cases, the scholarship award also covers the local GPA chapter allowing members to access monthly network and learning opportunities.

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Grant Training Center

JULY 31, 2023

Compliance and ethical considerations: Address any compliance requirements related to data management, such as data use agreements or Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals. Roles and responsibilities: Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of team members regarding data management.

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GrantNews

MARCH 1, 2024

How does it work, and what are the ethical implications? As such, ethical usage demands we recognize it is a tool that simply makes our work a little easier and more productive. With the proper understanding and ethical use of this technology, it has the transformative power to completely reshape how nonprofits operate.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 23, 2011

That doesn’t mean Machiavelli didn’t believe in ethics, morals and scruples. Check out the cause marketing programs CMF honored earlier this month with Halo Awards. Some have called Machiavelli a manipulator. I see him more as a realist. He was practical and committed to getting things done – in any way possible.

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Grants.gov

AUGUST 15, 2018

the award recipient) are using the funds ethically and efficiently, the federal government establishes grant reporting requirements. In addition to building the team and organizational infrastructure to implement and manage the award, you will need to build processes and staff to collect and prepare these reports.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 19, 2023

CGMS: Pre-Award: Federal Funding Opportunity Notices; Application Requirments; Types of Grants; Applicant Evaluation Award – Notice of Award and Acceptance; Contractual Terms, Financial and Performance Reports CEUs This training aligns with the Grant Professional Certification Institute’s Competencies and Skills and will be approved for 1.0

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Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

CGMS: Pre-Award: Federal Funding Opportunity Notices; Application Requirments; Types of Grants; Applicant Evaluation Award – Notice of Award and Acceptance; Contractual Terms, Financial and Performance Reports CEUs This training aligns with the Grant Professional Certification Institute’s Competencies and Skills and will be approved for 1.0

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Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

CGMS: Pre-Award: Federal Funding Opportunity Notices; Application Requirments; Types of Grants; Applicant Evaluation Award – Notice of Award and Acceptance; Contractual Terms, Financial and Performance Reports CEUs This training aligns with the Grant Professional Certification Institute’s Competencies and Skills and will be approved for 1.0

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

NGMA divides the grant lifecycle into three phases: pre-award, award, and post-award. Grant management is usually associated with federal grant awards. Best practices in ethical grantsmanship indicate all nonprofits should adopt a COI/FCOI policy and procedures for ethical and compliant grant management.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 23, 2023

But there is one thing you should be aware of: it is against the Grant Professionals Association’s Code of Ethics for grant professionals to charge for their work based on the percentage of the grant request. This process will be explained before you start your collaboration. There are so many reasons to hire a grant consultant.

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Assel Grant Services

APRIL 29, 2024

Certifications help uplift the profession by establishing a level of knowledge and ethical practices and acknowledging experience and expertise within an industry. However, a keen understanding of the post-award phase and how to navigate common challenges can be instrumental in supporting organizations.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 29, 2024

Arguably one of the best professional development opportunities in philanthropy, for 4,500+ members, we’ve witnessed 26 years of innovative grant resources from GPA making it THE place for ethical standards in grantsmanship.

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WT Grant Foundation

AUGUST 23, 2023

Grant Scholars have been awarded grants to support their development as mentors to junior researchers of color. The award encourages grantees to be strong mentors attuned to the career development challenges disproportionately faced by their junior colleagues of color.

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Assel Grant Services

JUNE 16, 2024

However, this can lead to ethical considerations like a need for informed consent and invasion of privacy. Competency #5: Knowledge of post-award grant management practices sufficient to inform effective grant design and development. document transfer, accuracy in post-award fiscal and activity reporting).

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 28, 2024

Governance: They establish and oversee governance policies and procedures to ensure the organization operates ethically, legally in line with its mission. Disclaimer: There is no guarantee that grants will be awarded as a result of this information. A good board leads by example, keeping their own governance transparent as well.

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GrantNews

JULY 30, 2024

Woodland Park Zoo – This award winning zoo has exhibits that try to recreate animals’ natural habitats…see the grizzly bears, jaguars, and lions closer than in the wild. Funding is for sustainable programs that are effective, ethically and culturally appropriate, and include relevant stakeholders.

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