AmpliFund

MARCH 13, 2024

In our recent webinar, I detailed ways to improve grant budgeting and ease financial reporting. Key considerations for your budget planning process: Strong financial planning in the early grant stages sets the stage for successful program implementation and reporting.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 29, 2024

nonprofits that is representative of the national landscape of organizations that receive at least some foundation funding. A primary objective of the panel is to help funders, both individual and institutional, better understand the nonprofit experience so they can more effectively support the organizations they fund. “I

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 20, 2023

When you’re just getting started, it’s critical that one of your first steps is to create your nonprofit’s first budget to help you manage both your organization and your finances as it grows. Without a budget, you can find yourself in deep water, fast, with more money going out than coming in.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

After all, the only way you can fulfill your organization’s mission is if you can bring in the funding you need to support your programs and initiatives. You should also have a plan for how to effectively manage your funding, which is where your financial strategy comes into play.

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Grants Plus

MAY 17, 2024

When fiscal year budgeting hits full swing, many nonprofits are faced with a common and complex challenge: how to best allocate their limited funds, not only for immediate needs but also for organizational sustainability.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

If hearing about nonprofit budgets makes you cringe a little ( or a lot ), keep reading. In 2024, the grant landscape for nonprofits has evolved significantly, emphasizing the need for meticulous financial planning and transparent budgeting to meet funder expectations. We’ve got you.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Managing your annual budget—and multiple budgets within it—is one of the most crucial components of running a nonprofit organization. Understanding where your funds go and how they come in allows you to make better decisions that benefit your bottom line and streamline your financial close-out once the fiscal year-end comes around.

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Blackbaud

MAY 3, 2024

With multiple points of accountability and dynamic funding sources, accounting professionals in community health centers face complex challenges. And with that form of funding comes significant compliance requirements. With fund accounting software, you get an extra level of control over grant expense tracking and reporting.

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Grant Consulting Services

JUNE 29, 2023

One word: budget. 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. The budget should show potential funders EXACTLY where their funds will be directed. Don’t make stuff up.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 5, 2024

Receiving grant funding can be incredibly rewarding! With a grant listing service like GrantWatch, you can explore a diverse array of grant funding opportunities, catering to individuals, businesses, and nonprofits alike. Let’s take a peek at the exciting world of grant funding and discover how to make the most of it!

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Candid

JUNE 9, 2022

Budgets can be one of the most intimidating aspects of grantseeking and nonprofit management, especially for new projects or organizations—most of us don’t have accounting degrees after all! The good news is that budgets aren’t as complicated as most people fear. What is a proposal project budget? Don’t know where to begin?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 8, 2024

All in unrestricted funds with no reporting necessary. While nonprofits will hopefully see an increase in unrestricted funds—and a decrease in burdensome reporting requirements—as part of this and other movements, good nonprofit accounting principles still apply. What Are Restricted Funds? What are Unrestricted Funds?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

To meet those requirements, you’ll need to be able to successfully track and manage your grants and effectively report on how you allocated these funds. If you are a grant-funded organization, it will be important to manage spending restrictions and meet reporting requirements. Tracking: Cut Out the Spreadsheets!

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Download this fund accounting software guide to understand key core functionality; like GL, budgeting, fund tracking, grant administration, AP, AR, reporting, etc., Use it as an explainer for navigating the features, implementation process, and ways to get the most out of fund accounting software long-term.

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Sharpshooter Communications

MARCH 15, 2023

We just finished writing the budget for next year and we set an income goal of $680,000 in grants. Who has received previous funding? What is the likelihood of getting funded based on the history of the grant? You may be having trouble getting your team on board for adding grant writing as a line item on your budget.

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Grant'd

MAY 18, 2021

There has possibly been no Budget announcement more anticipated than the 2021 Federal Budget handed down by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg on Tuesday 11 May 2021. So how was this year’s budget received? Well, that of course, depends on who you ask. Well, that of course, depends on who you ask. Our thoughts?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 28, 2024

Securing funding can often feel like an uphill battle in nonprofits’ fluctuating economic landscape. This blog post delves into practical strategies for nonprofits seeking to enhance their grant writing skills and secure necessary funding during challenging periods. Why Is This Considered a Tough Time for Nonprofit Funding?

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Just Write Grants

JUNE 26, 2024

Turning these dreams into impactful realities often requires funding, and grants can be the key. This comprehensive guide equips you, the champion of a youth initiative, with the knowledge and tools to navigate the world of grant opportunities and secure funding for your program. Budget Brackets: Grants come in various sizes.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Organizations are always making miracles happen on tight budgets. Above all, planning for financial sustainability comes down to Budgeting and Expenses: First, sit down with your accountant. These funds are often depleted quickly, so act immediately when opportunities are announced. Funding For Good, Inc.

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GrantNews

MAY 24, 2024

When discussing grants, it is important to consider the various types of funding sources that provide them. While the government is a commonly known funding source, it actually accounts for less than 30% of all grants. In response, GrantWatch provides information to identify the five main types of grant funding sources.

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Sharpshooter Communications

MARCH 30, 2023

No matter what your role -- board member, executive director, grant professional, program staff -- you play a part in making sure that your organization is budgeting for grants. Grants may cost more to secure than other types of fundraising, but they are a vital part of the nonprofit's funding mix.

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Strategic Grants

MARCH 20, 2024

When a funder invites your organisation to reapply year on year for project funding, it shows you’re a trusted partner. By submitting robust and transparent funding reports complete with outcomes data, full expenditure breakdown and comprehensive project delivery details. The result?

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Candid

MAY 18, 2021

You may be surprised to learn that the budget in your proposal plays an important role in illustrating your organization’s credibility. Many funders look at your budget first, even before they read the narrative of your proposal. In this short video, I share how your proposal budget adds credibility to your application.

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Qgiv

MARCH 19, 2024

There are many donor appreciation event ideas that you can take advantage of no matter what your budget is. These events provide your donors with a level of exclusivity and a look into the behind-the-scenes of the work that their contributions to your nonprofit funds. Here are some ideas for small, medium, and large budgets.

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Grant Geek

MARCH 1, 2022

Everything you need to know to develop a brilliant grant proposal budget. A grant proposal budget outlines your intended expenses if you are awarded the grant funding, specific to the project or program stated in your proposal. Some grants also require the applicant to match a portion of their budget.

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Strategic Grants

MAY 12, 2024

Working closely with hundreds of for-purpose / non-profit organisations, Strategic Grants often assists in navigating the complexities of securing Trusts and Foundations (T&F) funding. Proposal development Writing compelling grant applications and funder proposals is another essential for securing funding from Trusts and Foundations.

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Qgiv

MAY 15, 2023

Not everyone can be a math genius, but when you’re using a fundraising event budget template, you don’t have to be. Hosting an event requires your organization to do a lot of research and planning, but using a budgeting template can ease some of the stress of your staff.

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Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Grant Ethics: Creating Ethical Grant Budgets and Sustainability Plans Session 6 of the Ethics Series For many organizations, a federal grant will be a significant expansion to an existing program or the initial funding for a program that does not yet exist. This can make the creation of grant budgets a very speculative process.

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Blackbaud

JULY 3, 2024

A Director of Finance at a nonprofit shared this sentiment with us during our research on the value of AI in fund accounting. AI in fund accounting has the power to drive deeper analysis and increased efficiency across your nonprofit accounting team, with the right safeguards for accuracy and privacy. Not bookkeeping.

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Grant Training Center

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The Biden Administration’s FY 2022 Budget for higher education signals support for innovation in agriculture and science, climate change, rural development and access as well as equity via the funding of minority institutions. The majority of the funds, $7 million, is to develop a federal data service.

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GrantNews

MAY 23, 2024

Have you have wondered about what capital funding grants are and if your business can qualify for one? GrantWatch lists capital funding grants that funders make available that can transform the financial foundation of any small business. Also, capital funding can allow a business to better serve its respective communities.

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Grant Training Center

JANUARY 16, 2023

That you, your team , and institution are capable of succeeding if funded. The Budget (1-2 paragraphs) should be abbreviated; save the detail for the complete proposal. The post The Letter That Will Get You Funded appeared first on Grant Training Center Blog. Get feedback from your colleagues.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Did you know that Americans who include monetary charitable giving in their annual budget gave nearly seven times, on average, than those who do not budget at all? adults conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Vanguard Charitable, a nonprofit that administers donor-advised funds (DAFs).

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

You’ve got to use funds wisely, aligning with your mission and honoring donor intentions. In a perfect world, your budget will always be balanced. Know Your Funding Types One of the first steps to strong nonprofit financial management is to understand your funding sources and how they affect your financial planning and reporting.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 4, 2024

Let’s face it—budget planning can cause a lot of stress and anxiety for nonprofits. Do we have the funds this year to maintain our programs? Most organizations face frequent budget cuts, which creates organizational uncertainty and a scramble for new funding options. And what do we do if the answer is “no”?

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Blackbaud

MARCH 21, 2024

Any major project—such as implementing new fund accounting software—needs a well-developed charter to keep stakeholders focused on the goals and desired outcome. Give your project an easily identifiable name, such as Fund Accounting Software Implementation. Are there budget requirements? What is a Project Charter?

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CauseVox

JANUARY 31, 2023

The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. Sign up for Community Services Recovery Fund tips and updates: We will be launching free resources to help with the application process in the coming days and weeks. Applications are due on February 21, 2023.

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