DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 31, 2024

Since 2006, we have helped secure over $121M in grant awards and trained over 86,863 professionals. Our team is so excited to be celebrating 19 years of supporting incredible nonprofits that are creating tremendous impact in their communities. Is there something not on our list that is one of YOUR favorites? Comment below and let us know!

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Implementing effective pre-award grant management practices can significantly enhance your nonprofit's grant-seeking efforts. Discover 15 best practices to streamline your processes and improve your chances of securing grants.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this article, you'll find 24 post-award grant management best practices to help your nonprofit make the most of its funding and ensure successful grant administration. Once you've won a grant, it's essential to handle it properly.

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Instrumentl

APRIL 15, 2024

In this 1-hour workshop with Rachel Werner, we explore the necessity of post-award compliance, especially for government funding, thinking about go-no go for grant opportunities to ensure you can manage the funding and more.

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Instrumentl

MARCH 7, 2024

Gain insight into the pre-award process, decode eligibility requirements, and learn how to effectively identify federal grant opportunities using Instrumentl. Whether you're a grant writer or administrator in a larger organization, this event is essential for enhancing your federal grant strategy.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 14, 2022

No, we cannot ignore our award agreement’s grant terms and conditions. In the latest Fundraising HayDay podcast, Kimberly and I spoke with Gauri Manglik, CEO, and Co-founder of Instrumentl, about an idea she worked on until Instrumentl, the prospect research platform she co-developed, was born.

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Instrumentl

APRIL 9, 2024

Streamline post-award grant management with top software solutions. Navigate the complexities of this crucial phase with ease, ensuring efficient resource utilization and maximum impact. Discover why choosing the right software is vital for grant professionals.

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Instrumentl

APRIL 8, 2024

After securing a grant, learn how to effectively manage and allocate funds to ensure compliance, transparency, and successful project implementation with practical tips and expert insights.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Learn from grant consultant Dr. Bev Browning's experience: asking for funding is crucial. Discover practical strategies and expert advice to proactively find funders aligned with your nonprofit's mission.

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Instrumentl

JULY 23, 2024

Explore the outline of each key step from initial research to final reporting, offering detailed guidance, related resources, and best practices throughout each stage.

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Instrumentl

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

This Insight Report analyzes success rates, average grant sizes, and awarded percentages to help you focus your efforts on the funders most likely to provide a strong return. Discover which types of funders offer the best opportunities for your nonprofit's grant proposals.

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Peak Proposals

JANUARY 28, 2021

To answer these questions, below we discuss several types of grant databases and provide an overview of three specific databases— GrantStation , Foundation Directory Online (FDO) , and Instrumentl —to give you a sense of what grant databases can offer. Instrumentl , profiled below, is another. Screenshot of GrantForward’s landing page.

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Instrumentl

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Dive into the realm of federal awards and the stringent compliance requirements nonprofits must meet to maximize these resources. This comprehensive guide provides insights, strategies, and essential information for navigating nonprofit compliance within the context of federal awards.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Learn how to establish strong connections with funders during grant management's pre-award and post-award phases. Discover valuable strategies for building and maintaining lasting grant-funder relationships with this comprehensive checklist.

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Instrumentl

OCTOBER 26, 2023

From research to post-award management, master nonprofit grant application timelines with our comprehensive guide.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Explore the complete lifecycle of a nonprofit's relationship with grant funders, from initial contact to post-award management and beyond. Learn how to build and maintain strong connections with funders at each stage to increase your organization's chances of success and long-term sustainability.

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Grant Consulting Services

MAY 10, 2024

You can include geographical scope, funding history, the average grant award, etc. You can use resources like Foundation Directory (Candid), GrantStation, or Grants.gov for government opportunities and databases like Instrumentl to hone your search methods further. If you have not used AI yet to enhance your research, try it!

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

From research to post-award management, master nonprofit grant application timelines with our comprehensive guide.

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Instrumentl

MARCH 7, 2024

Uncover often-overlooked tips to boost your chances of winning these coveted awards and establishing long-term financial support for your nonprofit's mission. Discover the essential steps to secure multi-year grants effectively.

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Grant Consulting Services

JANUARY 31, 2024

Funders want to know that you took some kind of effort to identify and understand their mission and the role their funding will play in your organization if awarded. Ask grantmakers for feedback when the grant is awarded. Find out what was strong (Why they gave the award) and what could be improved upon.

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Grant Consulting Services

JUNE 29, 2023

In the land of grantmaking, it’s essential to have a budget in place because grantmakers want to know that your financial situation is reasonable and how you plan on spending the money if awarded. And, when it comes time to report on your grant activities, you will have already established funding categories and expenses (Instrumentl, 2023).

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Grant Consulting Services

APRIL 29, 2023

You can include geographical scope, funding history, and the average grant award, etc. You can use websites like Foundation Directory (Candid) or GrantStation, or Grants.gov for government opportunities, and databases like Instrumentl to further hone your search methods.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 13, 2024

Submittable : Ideal for managing both the application phases and post-award processes, Submittable acts like a highly efficient personal assistant, keeping all your grant-related tasks neatly organized. BONUS: If you decide Instrumentl is for you, use our code GWME50 at checkout for our exclusive 50% off your first month!

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PKS Grants & Accounting Solutions

AUGUST 28, 2020

Candid also has a web page to help individuals find grants, scholarships, fellowships, and awards. Bonus : Instrumentl: This is widely used among nonprofits and higher education. Funder profiles can be downloaded to help you prepare for Letters of Inquiry (LOIs), concept papers, or grant proposals.

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Grant Consulting Services

MARCH 26, 2023

The grant feasibility study is designed to help prepare organizations to become “Grant Optimized” while being competitive to be awarded potential grants. Several milestones are developed, worked on, and completed throughout each phase. What is Grant Optimization? Where do we start?

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Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

enough to buy you out of, or reduce, your teaching load or conduct a multi-site study), a government-sponsored grant will be your best bet because they tend to be larger awards. There are exceptions to these average grant amounts, with some of the larger private foundations awarding grants in the 6-figure range.

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The Fundraising Coach

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

There’s more to grant seeking than writing a proposal and winning funding, most notably the post-award steps of grant management and reporting. Instrumentl and GrantStation are both popular choices in this category. The stages of the grant lifecycle.

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