Allied Grant Writers

JUNE 8, 2025

Each structure offers unique advantages based on an organization’s needs and budget constraints. A nonprofit can make better budget decisions for grant writing services by knowing these payment models. This setup helps everyone – organizations can budget exactly, while writers get rewarded for working efficiently.

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Grant Grants Grant Writing Federal Grants 52

Grant Writer Team

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Budget: Be clear in advance. There MUST be a budget for writing your grant proposal. Stay within that budget. Letter of Intent (LOI): Often the first step in a grant application process for some private funding sources (i.e. Close Date: This deadline is designated by a grant funder. corporations and foundations).

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Grant Grants Pass-Through Award 98

Grant Writer Team

JUNE 20, 2024

Is there a Retainer? Yes, many nonprofit organizations use retainers to secure a grant writer’s services. However, note that a retainer is not the same as a contingency fee or a down payment. A retainer is used for long-term commitments. Contingency fees are a no-no, and down payments are paid on a per-job basis.

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Grant Grants Contracts Contract 70

Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Letter of Intent/Inquiry (LOI): Some application processes start with an LOI. The National Council of Non-Profits research details the continuing challenges non-profits face in hiring and retaining staff to serve their communities. Researching these opportunities is an essential first step in the grant application process.

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Grant Grants LOI Salary Survey 130