Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In our webinar with Rachel Werner and James Spencer from RBW Strategy, they covered steps to help nonprofits that receive—or are looking to start receiving—government grant funding. Knowing how you want to handle indirect costs before you apply for government grants will speed up the application and reporting processes.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

These sources fall into three main categories: foundations , corporations , and government agencies. Government Federal, state, and local governments. Government grants come from tax revenues and budget allocations. Corporations For-profit businesses. In addition, some grants exist for small businesses.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This includes creating an annual operating budget , a document that breaks down your organization’s revenue, or the money you’ll bring in, and expenses, or the money going out to cover your costs, for each fiscal year. In this guide, we’ll walk through four essential steps to build an operating budget for your new nonprofit.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

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.

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Gail Perry Group

JANUARY 30, 2025

And, its only the beginning of threats to cut government funding of nonprofits. These steps not only touch on fundraising but also on governance and organizational strategy. Communications: Educate your supporters about your budget and what could be at risk. And how much of your budget may be vulnerable to government cutbacks.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

Find the Right Number for Your Nonprofit Operating Reserves The Nonprofit Operating Reserves Initiative (NORI) Workgroup suggests that the minimum operating reserve ratio at the lowest point during the year should be 25 percent, or about three months of the annual operating expense budget. However, this is not a universal benchmark.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 3, 2025

Many nonprofits have relied on government funding, but now they must realign and protect themselves and their employees. Here's how.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants Definition and Purpose of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to support initiatives aligned with their objectives. The three primary categories of grants include government grants, foundation grants, and corporate grants.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 17, 2025

Know Your Funding Source Identify who you’re applying tobe it a foundation, a government agency, or a corporate sponsor. Build a Realistic Budget Create a clear, itemized budget for the project. This could include research, statistics, or past project testimonials to show credibility.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 13, 2025

Your revenue is overly dependent on a handful of major donors or a single government grant. Factor in all costs, including staff time, and forecast different scenariosbest case, worst case, and most likelyto understand the impact on your budget. You see the writing on the wall. But you need to diversify your revenue streams.

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Soapbox Exchange

MARCH 18, 2025

Your nonprofit board of directors typical responsibilities include overseeing organizational governance, providing financial oversight, assisting with strategic planning and growth , and supporting fundraising work. These large-scale fundraising efforts will ask more of your board members than simply approving plans or okaying a budget.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

Unfeasible Budget: The higher the funding amount, the more stringent the rules. These are typically things like a budget, a list of board members, and letters of support. The best course of action is to always ensure you meet eligibility requirements. Missed Deadline: Simply put, if the deadline has passed, look for another grant.

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The Grantsmanship Center

APRIL 23, 2025

Category: Government Funding Program Planning and Design Proposal Writing and Grantseeking Political changes can lead to changes in laws, policies, and rules. Regarding government-funded programs, nonprofit leaders are or may be facing tough decisions. Review and revise the program budget. A review of options is required.

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 24, 2025

Finalize Your Grant Budget – Once you have identified a mission, the next step is to decide how much funding will be available for grants and how it will be distributed. Above all, grant-makers like foundations, corporations, and government entities use the Add A New Grant form to see an increase in the quality of grant applicants.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This involves exploring various sources, including online databases, local foundations, and government resources. Government Resources Federal and state programs dedicated to funding. Provide a Budget : Include a detailed budget that outlines how grant money will be used. Below is a sample budget template.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants A grant is a financial award provided by government agencies, foundations, or other organizations to support specific projects or initiatives. Below is a breakdown of the most common types of grants: Type of Grant Description Federal Grants Funded by the federal government for specific projects or programs.

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Gail Perry Group

JANUARY 3, 2025

Ill resolve to stay informed about my organizations budget, financial performance, and fundraising efforts. I will support the board to assess its governance and performance each year. Knowing that good governance practices should always be reviewed and discussed, I will encourage us to conduct an annual self-assessment.

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Peak Proposals

APRIL 3, 2023

Grant proposals have at least two parts: the project narrative and the budget (aka cost proposal). There may not be a division of responsibilities between the cost and narrative proposals at a small nonprofit, leaving the project lead (or the grant writer) to both write the proposal narrative and prepare the budget.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

A grant is a financial award provided by a government, foundation, or organization to support a specific project or initiative. Here are some common types of grants: Grant Type Description Government Grants Funded by federal, state, or local government entities. Understanding Grants What is a Grant?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Decoding Grant Writing Understanding the Basics of Grants Grants are financial awards provided by government agencies, foundations, or corporations that do not require repayment. Grant Type Description Government Grants Funded by federal, state, or local government agencies.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Definition of Grants A grant is a financial award provided by a government agency, foundation, or corporation to fund specific projects or programs. Grant Type Description Government Grants Funds provided by federal, state, or local governments for various initiatives. For budgeting tips, refer to budgeting for grants.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Foundations, companies, and governing entities provide these opportunities to advance specific programs and missions they feel passionately about. Budgeting Creating a grant budget that aligns with your nonprofits annual budget is essential for maintaining financial stability and ensuring resources are distributed effectively.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Large nonprofits with large fundraising teams may have the budget to hire a full-time grant writer; however, the process to hire a grant writer often takes more than 6 months from start to finish. One first-year nonprofit we worked with secured $400,000 in private grants within six months and then landed a $1 million local government grant.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Nonprofit Grant Proposal Budget Calculations: A Road Map Whats the best way to make your nonprofits budget stand out on a grant application? A Cautionary Tale: Overcoming Governance Nightmares in Nonprofit Organizations No one enjoys it when a nonprofits board doesnt work well together. Updates by topic!

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

Bipartisan Support for Social Causes To support this economic restructure, we will also see bipartisan support from government officials. In truth, tracking metrics like donor retention, return per acquisition, and volunteer engagement helps teams increases productivity, optimize their marketing budget and more.

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Candid

OCTOBER 2, 2024

These are vital elements of a well-functioning society which can only be ensured by a government that serves the people. But funders can play a key role in raising our collective expectations of government. In 2023, WorkMoney saved working families $663 million simply by improving access to government benefits.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Grants, provided by government agencies, private foundations, and philanthropic organizations, represent a crucial opportunity for churches to secure non-repayable funds that support mission-critical programs. State and Local Grants: Many state and local governments offer grants to support community-based initiatives.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 24, 2025

And with the potential for reduced government funding, CHWs play a critical role in advancing health equity. Their work ensures that patients transition smoothly from hospital to community care, which is vital when hospital resources are strained due to budget cuts. Enter the community health worker.

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Future Fundraising Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Within that okay for now group are many that may still be targeted for cuts: A memo from the Office of Management and Budget said: The use of Federal resources to advance Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies is a waste of taxpayer dollars… Nonprofits in the rest of the world cant breathe easy.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important. In 2025, aligning fundraising efforts with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is more vital than ever. Marketing Materials: Budget $500 to $1,500 for printed materials, social media ads, and outreach efforts.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding Grants and Their Purpose Grants are financial awards provided by governments, foundations, or corporations to support a specific project or initiative. These resources include government websites, private foundations, and community organizations. Budget Details how funding should be allocated.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Budgeting and Financial Reporting Accurate budgeting and financial reporting are vital components of grant writing. A detailed budget outlines how funds will be allocated and ensures transparency and accountability. Budget Component Description Direct Costs Expenses directly related to the project.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Complex government or multi-partner proposals can require over 100 hours. Planning and Strategy (5-10 Hours) Defining project objectives, budgets, and deliverables. Budget Justification: 3-5 hours. The time required to write a grant varies depending on several factors. Lets explore these: 1. Outlining the proposal structure.

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 30, 2024

They: Have tight internal financial, governance, and operational procedures. Think and Ink Grant Consulting® Think and Ink Grant Consulting® helps large nonprofit organizations with budgets of $3 million or more, institutions of higher education, and municipalities increase their grant dollars. High-performing nonprofits run well.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Grant Money Benefits Unveiled Understanding the vast opportunities provided by government grants is essential for individuals and organizations seeking financial assistance. Government grant money benefits can significantly impact projects and initiatives, allowing for growth and development in various sectors.

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Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

For years, government grants have boosted a wide variety of programs that have had a positive impact. Federal or government grants involve money given to an individual by a government entity to provide support that benefits the public. If you’re having financial difficulties, look for government handouts.

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Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

For years, government grants have boosted a wide variety of programs that have had a positive impact. Federal or government grants involve money given to an individual by a government entity to provide support that benefits the public. If you’re having financial difficulties, look for government handouts.

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