Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Professional Relationships in Grant Writing When it comes to professional relationships—particularly in grant writing—the same principles apply. At Think and Ink Grant Consulting, we emphasize the importance of stewardship. Schedule a complimentary consultation today: www.thinkandinkgrants.com.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Grant writing is a vital skill for local nonprofits seeking funding to support their missions. This blog will explore key strategies and tips to enhance your grant writing skills, helping your organization to secure the funding it deserves. In addition to itemizing costs, you should offer justification for each expense.

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Grant writing is a vital skill for nonprofits, artists, and educators in Atlanta, aimed at securing funding to enhance community projects and initiatives. This blog delves into the nuances of grant writing, exploring best practices, resources, and success stories from the heart of Georgia.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

That being said, each organization has a different staff structure related to grant writing and grant management/reporting activities. How does your organization keep the discussion about grant reporting/management present throughout all phases of the grant life cycle? I’d love to hear!

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The good news is that I am here to help you navigate this maze and get down to grant writing tips that will help you move the needle by defining which tips are true and valid and which tips are false. Now, the work of keeping a grant begins. This work is rooted in grant management, relationship building, and stewardship.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 3, 2024

Outcome Maryland Nonprofits contracted with RBW Strategy starting in 2020, and our organization has provided extensive support, including strategic readiness, prospect research, and grant writing.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 31, 2023

They spend money on fundraising and overhead activities to secure individual donations, increase marketing, host fundraising events, and submit and manage grants. Yet these same foundations require hoop after hoop for nonprofits to jump through during the grant management process. Site visits happen.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The Importance of Professional Grant Writing Services Grant writing plays a crucial role in securing funding for non-profit organizations. Professional grant writing services offer expertise and resources that can significantly enhance the likelihood of obtaining grant money.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

APRIL 14, 2023

And I had to report that to the city manager and police chief. Thankfully, my city manager understood that no one is perfect, and mistakes happen. And don’t you feel better knowing I once lost a grant, but nearly 20 years later, I’m still plugging away and loving this messy work?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 14, 2022

My buddy Lisa works for Westcare, which offers programs across the continuum of health and human services, programs that treat substance use, manage mental health disorders, and help those dealing with HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, and homelessness. No, we cannot do whatever we want with grant funding. Then we do it again.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

While many nonprofits rely on grant funding for a significant portion of revenue, how nonprofits fill their grant writing needs varies significantly from organization to organization. Some nonprofits make grant writing a small part of someone’s job description. Can you hire a seasonal grant writer?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For a long time, I struggled with my work as a grant professional. I loved tackling a challenging federal grant proposal. Managing federal grants was my jam – I loved putting my organizational skills to work and totally geeked out about a well-put-together 3-ring binder. The post Grant Pros: What is Your Why?

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RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Beginning in 2013, the AAMC first contracted with RBW Strategy to provide supplemental grant writing support during an especially busy time to increase staff capacity. This includes contributions on larger federal grant applications that were awarded.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Whistleblower Frances Haugen, a former product manager at Facebook (now known as Meta Platforms), released thousands of company documents last year that she said described the company’s failures to protect teen girls on Instagram and clamp down on vaccine misinformation, among other alleged wrongdoing. Y’all be careful out there!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 5, 2022

Figure out the variety of platforms and software used to create and submit grant proposals for a variety of funders – even when the platform is new and does not work for anyone (i.e., Communicate with funders to keep them informed of your grant process. Grant professionals have skills galore. JustGrants).

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Grant writing is a critical component of nonprofit fundraising, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. Understanding and addressing these common pain points can significantly enhance your nonprofit’s success in securing grants. Understanding Grant Guidelines 2.1 Time Constraints 1.1 Meeting Deadlines 6.1

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Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 15, 2024

One of the key avenues to secure this funding is through grants. But grant writing is no easy feat. From research proficiency to persuasive writing, from budgeting to relationship building, each skill plays a vital role. In this article, we'll delve into the top grant writing skills.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Whether you’re a grant writer, fundraiser, development director, or consultant who works with them, you can play an essential role in helping prepare a nonprofit to accept unexpected, larger donations and build sustainability for the communities served. Bequests can take many different forms.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 12, 2023

Some metropolitan cities have grant professionals embedded in multiple departments – police, fire, parks and recreation, and transportation. Just as nobody puts baby in a corner, nobody should put their grant professional in a corner either! The post Where in the Organization Chart Does Your Grant Professional Belong?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 9, 2022

They are catchy, plus I find myself constantly looking for that next tip, tool, or hack to make me a faster, better, more productive grant professional. But when I stop and think about it, do I really need five project management platforms, 86 ways to communicate with my clients, and 22 software programs to check my spelling and grammar?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Yes, I have worked as a solo grant professional within a larger organization and as a lone grant consultant, working from home with no official colleagues to speak of. That leads to decreased burnout, higher success, and happier/healthier grant pros. [1] But that does not mean I work in a vacuum.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JANUARY 18, 2023

Over the past few years, we’ve done a Day in the Life of a grant writing consultant (both for me and one of my team members, Alisha ). But the truth is, I no longer do much grant writing consulting myself. What I want you to know is what it’s now like for me as a Grant Writing Boss.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Seriously though, in my 25+ years in nonprofit fundraising, I have met many more introverts than extroverts who gravitate toward grant writing and management versus individual donors or special events. Don’t let grants stress you out, check out the helpful grant writing services our team has to offer here.

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Just Write Grants

MARCH 13, 2024

Grant writing can be a battle against the clock and self-doubt. So, put an end to all-nighters and lukewarm coffee — let's dive into some of my favorite grant-writing tools! Streamlining the Process Tired of juggling grant research, deadlines, and scattered proposal drafts? The struggle is real, my friends.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 16, 2023

(Originally posted June 2020 and updated October 2023) I've never "met" a nonprofit organization that had an excess of money to spend on hiring staff or paying a consultant. One of the questions I get most often is: " Is it okay to pay a grant writer a percentage of the grant award?"

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 9, 2023

I knew she would be knowledgeable, but I had almost forgotten how well she boils a complex topic into simple, manageable bites. I love hearing from other grant professionals about the can’t-miss educational opportunities I should check out for myself. The post Grant Trainers – Who’s the Expert?

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 17, 2025

Maximizing a consultants impact requires establishing a relationship that fits your teams needs. Development consultantsincluding grant professionals, major donor researchers, capital campaign pros, and morecan fill gaps, but it can be hard to see benefits over their fees. Get your consultant and teamand your board!on-board

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 21, 2024

The odds of securing grant funds are considerably increased by organizations using the following strategies: Managing Documents. Management of documents can be a tedious chore when available staffing is minimal. The time it takes to manage documentation can impinge on an organization’s ability to afloat.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 26, 2023

Back in the aughts, I was a newly hired manager of corporate and foundation relations at a food bank with the directive to aggressively grow grant funding—by at least 25% in my first year. The agency had a strong base of family foundation support, but my job was to bring in larger grants and bring them in fast.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2023

Are you looking to level up your grant writing career and join a supportive community of like-minded professionals? Look no further than Grant Writing Boss Club, where you can take your grant writing skills to new heights with our comprehensive training program and member benefits.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 11, 2024

In the world of grant writing, collaboration and community can significantly enhance your journey towards securing funds and making a difference. The process of finding, writing, and managing grants can be daunting, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

When nonprofit organizations begin a new grant writing strategy, many expect to see results within a year. However, grant writing success often demands more patience and a long-term view. Here’s why the 12-month mark may not be the best time to measure the effectiveness of your grant writing fundraising strategy.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Having worked in the field of immigrant and refugee services for over two decades and serving now in a consultant role, I've observed numerous challenges faced by individuals and organizations operating across language and culture. Language barriers further hinder access to grants unless external support is provided, often by volunteers.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As we approach 2025, the landscape of grant writing for nonprofits is evolving rapidly. Staying ahead of trends and preparing effectively can make the difference between a successful grant application and a missed opportunity. Develop a Comprehensive Grant Writing Strategy 2.1 Click here to learn more.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 27, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of nonprofit management, leveraging technology is becoming increasingly crucial. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one such tool that’s making waves in grant writing. From drafting proposals to analyzing grant opportunities, AI promises to streamline the grant application process.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 13, 2024

Finding the Perfect Software for Your Nonprofit Ah, grant management! In the vibrant nonprofit world, where grant processes seem to twist and turn like a labyrinth, having the right grant management software isn’t just helpful—it’s a game changer. Why Bother with Grant Management Software?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 4, 2023

The local nonprofit raised the funds for the infrastructure and manages the programming at the site. The city spearheaded a grant application to help fund an adjacent building which includes adaptive bathroom facilities and a concession stand. appeared first on DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services.

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