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How the GPA Code of Ethics Gave Me the Confidence to Specialize as a New Grant Consultant

Grant Professionals Association

My options were: Should I resign from my full-time job as a nonprofit employee and start consulting full-time? After several months of reflecting on my values and goals, crunching numbers, watching every GPA consulting webinar available, and asking for guidance from trusted peers and family, I decided to take a risk and become a solopreneur.

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Certifications for the Grant Professional By: Kellie Brungard, GPC

Assel Grant Services

Certifications help uplift the profession by establishing a level of knowledge and ethical practices and acknowledging experience and expertise within an industry. Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) There are just over 300 CGMS professionals at the end of 2023; only five have also received their GPC, including two AGS staff.

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True or False: Grant Writing Tips for Nonprofit Leaders

Think and Ink Grants

The bottom line is that it's against the Grant Professionals Association's Code of Ethics. Schedule a complimentary consultation today: www.thinkandinkgrants.com. Richardson, MBA, GPC Shavonn is the Founder and CEO of Think and Ink Grant Consulting. There are so many reasons why this is a bad idea.

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6 Things to Consider When Hiring a Grant Writer…Maybe a Grant Consultant is a Better Fit

Millionaire Grant Lady

How could hiring a grant consultant help your organization meet its funding goals? Additionally, you should look for a candidate who has a recognized professional certification, such as Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or Grant Professional Certificate (GPC). To hire a consultant, simply contact them and get the ball rolling.

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Taking the Fear out of Grant Management: Conflict of Interest By: Kellie Brungard, GPC

Assel Grant Services

This can include finance staff, grant writers, program staff, consultants, and grant administrators (among others). Best practices in ethical grantsmanship indicate all nonprofits should adopt a COI/FCOI policy and procedures for ethical and compliant grant management. Identify standard elements of compliance Skill 5.2:

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AEP Announcement – Grantegy

Grant Consulting Services

CEUs towards acquiring the GPC (Grant Professional Certified) or maintaining your GPC certification when you complete all seven courses in the Grantegy program. The post AEP Announcement – Grantegy first appeared on Grant Consulting Services, LLC. Now, you can earn up to 3.5

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Competition and Training: Not just skills for the court By: Kellie Brungard, GPC

Assel Grant Services

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. Engaging a consultant, such as the experts at AGS , can be an effective way to jump-start your prospecting efforts. Another critical factor – a manageable deadline!

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