Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

But before receiving funds, you need to show you’re legally registered, governed by a board, and have solid financial management policies. On top of that, there’s a lengthy contract to review and sign. Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. At Candid, we can relate.

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GrantNews

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Also, internships for women to learn nonprofit management skills in arts organizations. Grants, Training Programs, and Projects for Women Entrepreneurs Also, grants to women for educational training programs. Interns will acquire experience working with operations staff at an established arts nonprofit in New York.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Here are our top nonprofit risk management tips for peer-to-peer events. A waiver is a contract signed by your event guests that states that they won’t hold your nonprofit or its representatives accountable for any damages resulting from their attendance at your event. Final thoughts on nonprofit risk management.

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Candid

AUGUST 13, 2024

The board can support this strategic review in a variety of ways, including encouraging the executive director and senior management to take the time and space necessary, playing a hands-on role in the planning process, or engaging other stakeholders (including current or potential donors) along the way.

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Grant Professionals Association

MAY 1, 2024

Not only does it aid with grant management, but also helps ameliorate feelings of disconnection. and we share updates about funders, collaborate on training, and offer support to one another. Having the support and collaboration of a remote team is beneficial. Our team is spread out across the U.S.,

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Funding will address water conservation by concentrating on multiple areas, including nutrient stewardship and ecosystem management, for preservation and restoration projects to promote sustainable agriculture and best watershed management practices. Coastal Resource Management Fellowships !

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Blue Avocado

AUGUST 13, 2024

And as such deserve to be managed and monitored accordingly. Clarice Williams from WEBS Training Center Lack of succession planning Not having an active succession plan. It’s a job that people need to be trained and educated to take on, not a social gathering.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Too often, grant management is seen as a scary, messy aspect of grant funding, and we have a vague understanding of the requirements or components. In the nonprofit field, it’s common for staff to be put in a role where they manage grants but might not have the knowledge or resources to understand what that entails.

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GiveSmart

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

And what fees are companies using to nickel and dime an organization, making their “free” contract actually too good to be true? With GiveSmart, whether an organization raises $1 or $1 million, their software contract and credit card fees are fixed, and we don’t add on more and more fees like some others do.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 6, 2024

You just signed a multi-year contract for a new student information and learning management system (SIS/LMS) that does everything you want it to do. Naturally, it will take a lot of time, training, and labor to get it up and running, but once it is all configured, it will solve all your problems. This is the dream.

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Candid

JUNE 1, 2022

On top of standard processing fees, some providers charge additional fees for setup, training, contract closure, and early termination. Your payment processing tool should be able to integrate with your nonprofit’s content management system (CMS). Look for a solution that offers CMS integration. .

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

Without the resources for a dedicated HR staff, the directors and managers of many nonprofits, charities, and libraries take on HR tasks themselves — there is simply no one else to do it. If you don't have trained or dedicated HR staff, obtain HR expertise on an as-needed basis. In fact, this is a common reason for burnout.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

By now, I hope you are realizing grant management doesn’t have to be a scary web of confusing topics and rules. With this grant management series, I aim to outline some of the commonly seen issues and provide resources to learn more. A grant manager is anyone involved in the management and administration of a grant (e.g.,

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Red Tape Busters

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The ultimate goal for any tender writer is to win lucrative contracts and secure business opportunities for their organisation. Overpromising and Underdelivering – A Reputational Blow For tender writers , winning a contract can be a moment of triumph, but it also comes with significant responsibilities.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Expanding your professional network and investing in additional training will allow you to meet the needs of a project while developing new skills. Commit to Learning: Use the project to identify areas for personal improvement and pursue training to build your expertise. Transparency fosters trust and sets realistic expectations.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 22, 2015

Success and survival require constant courtship of donors, vigilant monitoring of costs, and effective management of projects and stakeholders. Additional cost of implementation, training, and support. He covers gamification, CRMs, project management, and other emerging business technology. Free isn't really free.

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Center for Major Gifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Charitable Gift Annuities A charitable gift annuity is a contract between a donor and a charity. Consider the following factors: Financial stability : Does your organization have a track record of responsible financial management? If not, are you willing to invest in training or hire specialists?

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

And, we’ve been busy and growing along the way. We’ve brought five fundraising and donor management solutions together to form one platform that has powered over 31,300 annual campaigns and $8.6+ GiveSmart offers one contract and transparent pricing for full access to online and in-person fundraising and donor management tools.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

No longer an abstract concept, many nonprofit staff are experiencing the “dividend of time” as they adopt tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT for scheduling and managing meetings, processing email, writing drafts, summarizing long reports, analyzing data, and creating efficiencies in other common workflows.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Candid’s data science manager explains how AI technology is trained on previously created data and can amplify the biases of its human creators—with harmful effects. Doing good with AI tools: Navigating ethical considerations for the social sector. Is your organization planning to develop an AI tool?

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Since 2013, Samaschool, part of the Sama Group, has provided in person technology training in low-income neighborhoods in California. In 1989, 6 percent of workers had contingent positions, ranging from part-time to contract work, says Alex Chriss, vice president and general manager of Self-Employed Solutions at Intuit.

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 13, 2024

Secure buy-in from leadership to get program employees to come to the training. Author Bio : Eryn Baldrica-Guy (she/her) is the Director of Grants and Contracts for California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. She has specialized in fundraising and grants management for nonprofits since 2016.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2023

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. Training Library If you’re a fan of binge-watching on Netflix, you’ll love our training library!

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

This is a guest post by Salem Kimble, Manager of Online Strategies with TechSoup donor partner BetterWorld Telecom. From treatment for mental health and substance abuse to vocational and training services for people transitioning back into their communities, the scope and scale of their work is tremendous. Background.

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Sharpshooter Communications

AUGUST 20, 2021

However, programs that provide wrap-around services and case management for up to 36 months have been shown to be effective - with only 15% of participating women returning to their abuser. This includes people, supplies, equipment, training, travel, technology, consultants, buildings, communications, etc.) What will fix the problem?

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Greater Giving

APRIL 11, 2023

Greater Giving’s Long-time user, Rebecca, insisted on using this fundraising software package at her new job, and even built it into her contract. It’s now in my contract that any nonprofit I work for uses Greater Giving.” The training is always up-to-date and accessible, and answers most of the questions users might have.

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Sharpshooter Communications

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Strong organizations have a variety of revenue streams, such as: Fees for services Fundraising events Contracts Private donations from individuals Corporate donations/sponsorships United Way Grants How many consecutive years have you filed an IRS Form 990? Completing the training shows that your board is engaged and understands their role.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 20, 2023

When you’re just getting started, it’s critical that one of your first steps is to create your nonprofit’s first budget to help you manage both your organization and your finances as it grows. Use accounting software to help you manage your finances. Miscellaneous revenue (interest income, etc.)

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The NonProfit Times

APRIL 25, 2024

But according to the suit, her relationship with management began to sour after she reported the allegedly suggestive comments made to her by a man she interviewed for a position with the nonprofit in 2017. She has since cobbled together a combination of part-time and contract work, she said.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

While some organizations do have the capacity and expertise, many need to contract with an external evaluator for one or several reasons. Capacity: Having a cadre of well-trained staff or consultants, the necessary equipment, and infrastructure indicates that the evaluator is prepared to take on the evaluation.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 4, 2024

In fact, staying abreast of professional developments in grant research , writing proposals, winning government contracts, and helping clients with grant management once grants are obtained is usually a full-time job. Formal and Informal Training Education can be both formal and informal. ” Want to Know More?

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Grant Writer Team

AUGUST 23, 2023

Educational Curriculum Some educational grants, like grants for Head Start, workforce training, and youth, require an educational curriculum. A grant writer can help you locate federal, state & local grants as well as find foundation grants and contracts. These are great places to put your mission and vision statements!

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

An increasing number of organizations are turning to this software to manage their fundraising and donor engagement efforts—and if your nonprofit hasn’t yet, now is the time to invest in one! This powerful, unified solution combines donor management and fundraising in one platform. billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 7.35

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 23, 2024

Starting in the fall, it is an all-out sprint through the spring for staff managing galas, golf outings, auctions, and other fundraising events. Here’s a list of 15 things that can make the day-to-day marginally more manageable—with some suggestions for more (wo)manpower in the wings. Hydrate and Caffeinate 1. Cold water.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Candid education programming manager Lori Guidry answers some of the most commonly asked questions about nonprofit boards, including members responsibilities and what to do when theyre not being met. Heres a curated collection of articles and resources covering a wide range of topics on nonprofit boards. Ready to learn more?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As the number of students we taught rose and tenure-track faculty left, they were replaced with wonderful, intelligent, highly-trained contingent faculty with heavy teaching loads, by-the-course or one-year contracts, and little to no support for equipment, materials, or professional development. There are enforced lunch breaks.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Candids contracts and compliance manager explains how an AI policy can help maximize the benefits of using these toolsby proactively mitigating risks inherent in AI, establishing clear operational standards and procedures, and preparing for the future. Of course, the impact of AI use is not limited to grantwriting.

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