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What Do You Need to Do to Get Government Grants?

GrantNews

What do you need to do to get government grants? Accessing government grants implies the likelihood that there will be a lot of red tape. v , there are a variety of web links to help you learn about – and apply for – government grants. Good question! At grants.go

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What Are the Roles and Responsibilities of a Nonprofit Governing Board?

Grant Writer Team

Every nonprofit relies on a governing board. For most of us, a nonprofit governing board and its roles and responsibilities are shrouded in mystery. Join us, as we reveal the secrets about what a nonprofit governing board does and why. Some are led by members, and others are guided by local leaders and stakeholders.

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2025-2026 budget: Unpacking the benefits for the sector

Strategic Grants

Like many, the Strategic Grants team is unpacking the details of the 25-26 Federal Budget. While the budget seems to favour individual households, there are sector specific initiatives worth mentioning. Our round-up is below, plus links to additional budget resources. Strengthening the social safety net The budget includes $11.5

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9 Tips to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Grant

GrantNews

Although government grants are still big money , organizations should keep in mind you likely have less than a 50% chance of winning a grant. These include state and local governments, foundation and corporate grant opportunities, individual contracts, and all federal grant-making agencies.

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Financial Sustainability for Nonprofits: 4 Considerations

Ann Green's Nonprofit

These guidelines govern how your team members handle your organization’s funding as they perform their daily tasks. Every other aspect of nonprofit financial management stems from this infrastructure—from budgeting and tax filing to setting fiscal goals in your strategic plan. Chief financial officer (CFO).

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Pre- and Post-Award is like PB&J

RBW Strategy

There needs to be a robust budget and budget justification that outlines how you will spend your funds, and that these funds comply with federal requirements. If there are specific funding restrictions or caps in specific cost categories, how are you accounting for that in your budget, and does this impact your project narrative?

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How Nonprofits Can Manage Cash Flow During Financial Challenges

Blackbaud

While you may already have an annual budget and are reporting against it, the question remains: are you planning for cash? Begin by taking your monthly budget and assuming you pay everything on the first of the month. Scenario Planning Create a budget that zeroes out any government funding and make a plan from there.