Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

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

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The Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Last week, I blogged about leading in uncertain times. It's gotten the most feedback of any blog post this year. We can do this ethically. There are dozens of conferences, trainings, and lots of online fundraising training. We shouldn't be surprised - fundraising is all about leadership. Recommit to Learning.

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Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Next Level Grant Training offers a unique pathway to enhance your career and contribute meaningfully to your organization and society. This article dives into how mastering ethics, collaboration, grant research, strategic planning, building relationships, and prospecting for foundations can be a game-changer in your professional life.

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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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Critical Fundraising

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Each month, the Critical Fundraising blog presents a digest of the best fundraising-related blogs and articles from the previous month that have adopted a critical fundraising mode of thought. So, asks Ian MacQuillin , what does this mean for the ethics of asking for donation for ‘less effective’ causes?

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Conduct staff training. For instance, your marketing team may use AI to come up with new, creative ideas for blog content, but they should still be in charge of writing it themselves. Conduct staff training. This includes providing them with educational resources and hands-on training. Encourage experimentation.

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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. The site offers training for nonprofit staff that goes into more detail than we do in class. Candid Learning is a generous friend of free things.

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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. The post What You Need to Know About the NIH Data Management Plan appeared first on Grant Training Center Blog.

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CauseVox

MAY 12, 2021

With all the noise on social media as well as serious legal and ethical considerations clouding the platforms, how can nonprofits continue to reach their supporters and spread their messages online? And in this live training, I’ll show you how to create one! Interested in registering or looking for more info?

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Candid

APRIL 1, 2024

Some risks are rooted in the machine-learning data that AI tools are trained on. This framework offers organizational, ethical, and technical considerations for using AI and provides best practices for policy development. These risks can lead to lawsuits, misinformed decisions, or unintended discrimination.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

As new thinking continues to emerge and donor positioning shifts, ethical storytelling is evolving, and a new messaging strategy, called strength-based messaging , has emerged. But that changed when he met Molly, a service dog your support helped train. Listen to the TrueSense webcast: Ethical Storytelling in Fundraising.

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Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 11, 2024

There is growing consensus that the expectation of “gratitude” in the form of thank-you notes actually perpetuates an imbalance of power between nonprofits and funders and negatively impacts the great work you could be doing together ( NonprofitAF Blog, 2023 ). Learn more about building relationships with AGS on-demand training opportunities.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 11, 2024

Over the past year, I have been asked to present on the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) more than any other topic. I remain curious by nature, so I do attend other training sessions and belong to podcasts and email lists thatdiscuss the latest updates, advances, lawsuits, and ways to use AI responsibly.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 5, 2024

As grant professionals, we are stewards of the GPA Code of Ethics for our organizations and/or clients. Often, however, we find ourselves navigating tenuous ethical conflict when leaders and/or members of our teams propose organizational strategies or actions that would violate the Code of Ethics. response that I would like.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore these evolving philanthropic dynamics and highlight why building and sustaining meaningful relationships with alumni donors remains central in higher education. The post Alumni giving’s growing relationship with high-profile, big money donors appeared first on Candid Blog.

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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. This blog post is aligned with the Grant Professional Certification Institute s Competencies and Skills.

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Assel Grant Services

MARCH 31, 2024

To be competitive, your grant team must train and prepare to advance through the rounds and win awards. In addition, the team should understand the legal and ethical requirements for managing grants, which can vary based on the source and scope of funding. Grants, much like professional sports, are competitive, and increasingly so.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Provide Ongoing Training for All Staff Conducting an organization-wide training is essential to make sure all staff members understand and can effectively use the AI policy. 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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Just Write Grants

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore whether nonprofits can make a profit, how they handle surplus funds, and what it means for their operations and mission. This might include investing in staff training, upgrading technology, or improving facilities. Legal and Ethical Considerations 1. What Does “Profit” Mean for Nonprofits?

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

. “At this stage, one of the barriers to widespread AI deployment is no longer the technology itself; rather, it’s a set of challenges that ironically are far more human: ethics, governance, and human values.”— Some examples: What should you include in your training data? What Is Trustworthy AI?

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

If you aren’t sure what functionality your GMS has, look for on-demand training or talk with your account manager. The post 5 Steps to Strengthen Your Grantmaking Organization’s Data Governance first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. Strong data governance helps confirm that the data we make our decisions on is accurate and fair.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 5, 2024

Ethical Responsibility : Protecting donor information is an ethical obligation, demonstrating respect for their privacy and building stronger relationships. Educate Your Team: Train your fundraising team on data privacy policies and best practices for handling donor information.

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California Grants Portal

MAY 4, 2022

California State Agency Resources and Guidance For tips on using the California Grants Portal to search for grants or subscribing to updates, read our Tips and Resources Blog or check out our FAQ section. Candid provides information, resources, training, and data to help nonprofits find funding and learn grant writing.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 19, 2024

This blog post explores the key qualities that distinguish great nonprofit leaders and how they cultivate a culture of purpose within their organizations. Transparency and ethical decision-making build trust with donors, volunteers, and the community, fostering a sense of shared purpose. 1 fundraising conference.

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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.” Earning the GPC credential enhances the credibility of the grant profession by assuring members with the credential are qualified, ethical, and proficient in supporting organizations through the grant process.

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Grants4Good

MAY 3, 2024

As a nonprofit leader, you might not be using AI; most nonprofits aren’t — citing lack of time and concerns about safety, privacy and ethics. If you need a primer on AI, check out my blog on AI and ChatGPT: What is it and how do I use it? Try out these prompts and make up your own. And most importantly, have fun with it!

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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. Both pathways require 35 hours of project management education/training or a certified associate in project management (CAPM) designation.

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Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

You can find other blog posts in this series here. All of our grant training sessions are taught by credentialed grant professionals and are approved for continuing education units by the Grant Professionals Certification Institute and CFRE International. Check out our website to learn more and sign up for our training newsletter.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

With the right guidance and training, someone who joined your team as a staff accountant may develop into a strong finance leader. Set the Example The ethical environment of your organization cascades down from leadership. For current members, incorporate training into a bi-annual or annual board meeting.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Subscribe to our blog to follow along! Best practices in ethical grantsmanship indicate all nonprofits should adopt a COI/FCOI policy and procedures for ethical and compliant grant management. A good COI policy will include provisions for regular COI training. Identify standard elements of compliance Skill 5.2:

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2024

As with a human assistant, training and feedback are essential. Ask yourself, “Is it accurate, current, inclusive, unbiased, ethical? Do not “outsource” critical thinking to AI. This helps AI do its job and learn what it’s done well and where it needs to improve. Invest time and thought into developing prompts.

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CauseVox

MAY 11, 2023

It can generate fundraising emails , social media posts, and blog articles, all on the fly. Challenges and Ethical Considerations Associated with AI Implementation in Nonprofits AI has a ton of potential to revolutionize the way nonprofits operate. This is where ChatGPT comes in. But hey, it’s not all doom and gloom!

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Consequences can range from disorganization to ethical compromises. Additional Resources Blog post: Are you creating magic in your nonprofit? Without leadership, a small nonprofit may never reach its full potential. The organization can stagnate or experience chaos.

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 3, 2024

In my work with nonprofit organizations, I’ve found that while few are using AI, many are not -- citing lack of time and concerns about safety, privacy and ethics. is Owner and CEO of Grants4Good LLC ®, a grant writing training and consulting company based in New York. Question: How do you use generative AI in your work?

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 2, 2024

It is essential to train our fundraisers how to respond to political questions, deal with polarization in both the workplace and in our community, and respond to questions about the value of higher education.” Our onboarding and training will help them be a successful fundraiser, no matter their background.”

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Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

AI has gained a lot of momentum in recent years and while it can be an asset, it’s important to use it in an ethical and transparent way. Invest in your own professional development (it is your career after all) and advocate for professional development and training within your organisation. Don’t be afraid to use your networks.

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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. AGS offers several on-demand webinars on a variety of topics to support the full grant cycle, in addition to an Evaluation Training Series ! Check out our website to learn more and sign up for our training newsletter.

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