DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

APRIL 11, 2025

If we were flippant, we would say that objectives and outcomes are both grant-related words that start with “O.” Our writing team is here to help navigate various grant elements with you and for you, including what to do when a *grantmaker* uses the language in a confusing way. Do not despair.

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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. In essence, grants play a critical role in fostering growth and innovation by providing the necessary financial backing.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 11, 2025

As grant writers, we strategize how to use powerful words. Think about that fact for a moment and how it would change strategizing and grant writing significantly if it were true today. Think about that fact for a moment and how it would change strategizing and grant writing significantly if it were true today.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Understanding Grants Grants serve as vital financial resources for various organizations and individuals. Understanding what grants are and their significance can empower non-profit and business owners, as well as students, in accessing necessary funding.

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ProposalPRO

MAY 1, 2022

Grant writers – have you ever seen language like this in a NOFO, issued under a heading that reads: Waiver of Proposed Rulemaking? This is the first grant competition for this program, and therefore qualifies for this exemption. How Does This Impact Grant Writers? institute a federal advisory board of nonprofit leaders.

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 1, 2021

If you’re won a federal grant, you know you owe your good fortune to the independent grant reviewers who highly rated your proposal. Studies on the topic indicate that expert peer reviewers can select strongly written grant applications but cannot necessarily predict which projects will successfully achieve stated objectives.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

Untangling the New Uniform Grant Guidance It’s the news that all our grant enthusiasts and compliance champions have been waiting for – the new Uniform Grant Guidance has been issued! This has led to a more robust definitions section and ensures a lack of ambiguity. What is OMB’s Intended Outcome?

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ProposalPRO

JUNE 30, 2021

As with anything in the government grants space, it is complicated. There is evidence that government grants are not distributed equitably. 2011 ), that Black scientists are only half as likely as White scientists to win NIH R01 research grants, one of the agency’s most common research project grants. Let me explain.

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GrantNews

MAY 15, 2024

Locating the correct grant funding sources can be a daunting task. If you have not considered grants, you will be happy to learn that they are a great way to secure funding. If you have not considered grants, you will be happy to learn that they are a great way to secure funding. What to do…what to do? Where do you turn?

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

9495, putting the bill through “regular order” by being granted a Rule from the House Rules Committee, which the bill will definitely get at today’s Rules Committee meeting, according to Mark Micali, vice president of Government Affairs at The Nonprofit Alliance in Washington, D.C. House Rules Committee will consider H.R

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MARCH 21, 2023

At any rate, a film like this reminds us that one of the most important secrets of success for grant writers is to blow away the funder. This is particularly true when you are writing grants for a newer charity that may not have the built-in credibility or experience of older charities. This fits how epiphanies work for us.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MARCH 7, 2024

But it will take more than leprechauns granting wishes. If so, you definitely want to engage with your donors first. Donor relations should be easier than raising money and it can be fun, too. Make it a priority, as well as something you do throughout the year. So will sending shorter, more frequent updates.

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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. However, there are just four primary forms of grant funding in the sea of grant programs.

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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. However, there are just four primary forms of grant funding in the sea of grant programs.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

Grants from DAFs to nonprofits declined somewhat , going from $55.53 The average DAF payout rate (the percentage of grants made relative to the charitable assets available) was almost 24%. With this funding available, securing DAF grants has become a staple of smart nonprofit cash management. billion in 2022 to $54.77

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

All grant proposals are different. This is something that many grant writers, particularly those who are newer to the field struggle with. Or an individual nonprofit staffer (like you) might have a goal to “gain a grant writing certification” or something similar. Some have strict requirements and lengthy lists of questions.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Once upon a time, in a cubicle far, far away, I saw an announcement for a senior grant writing position at a national organization. Under the qualifications heading, it stated that they were looking for a grant writer who never made a mistake—that perfection was the goal for every grant submitted. Then, I read further.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The rest of the field will be hot on your heels, and some may catch you, but definitely not all, and your competitive advantage by starting early is seen by all as you cross the finish line. Then they point at you and say, BUT, before I do that, YOU get to start NOW before the rest of the field. Do you want to learn more about pre-planning?

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HSF House

APRIL 17, 2025

With a definition originating in biology, hybridity has historically referenced the crossing of two unlike species to create a unique offspring. I am exploring similar themes in my research towards a BFA thesis, and the application process for this grant will help me immensely in the development of future proposals and grant applications.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

When most people think about funding a nonprofit, they think they should look for grants. One of those sources can be grants, and you should go after all the grant money you can. But interestingly, there are many times when grants are not the answer. 12 Times You Should NOT Look for Grants 1. Time is important.

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HSF House

APRIL 10, 2025

My name is Jas Chawla, and I am proud to be part of a team to have received an Idea Grant. Hack Disaster is where I joined a team, including Amber Losciale, to create a drone damage assessment modelthe very model that became the foundation for our IDEA grant project. In fact, my original plan was to major in Finance.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 18, 2024

One of the most common questions you’ll encounter is, “Do I need to hire a grant writer?” While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, this question is fundamental for every grant seeker embarking on their funding journey. In addition, many grant writers will also follow up with funders as well.

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Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The article ’15 learnings we’re sharing from 15 years of working with grant-seekers and fund ers’ by the Strategic Grants team first appeared in the Winter 2024 edition of the F&P (Fundraising & Philanthropy) magazine. And for those who we are yet to meet, we hope we get the opportunity soon.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Many international grants were directly given to local and national actors. New Data from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) while it is not record-level funding, it was the third highest amount since the nonprofit started reporting such data in 2014. Overall giving to disasters worldwide totaled $1.7 billion, according to CDP data.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Also, getting a grant means a funder values your nonprofit and trusts you’ll put their money to good use. A Grant is What We Need (or is it?) Plus, grants are never guaranteed from year to year.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 11, 2024

A good grant writer captures the entire story of your organization in a concise and definite manner. It is noteworthy that grant writers not only ensure proper and continuous funding of your nonprofit. Hiring a grant writer is undoubtedly a serious endeavor that involves much preparation on your part.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

MARCH 6, 2022

The definition of proactive is “to create or control a situation by causing something to happen rather than responding to it after it has happened.” As the definition implies, proactive fundraising means causing fundraising to happen rather waiting for fundraising to happen. What Does Proactive Fundraising Look Like?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This update to the taxonomy consists of over 200 changes from the previous version, including: updates to definitions of terms, such as Human services or Researchers (the most common type of change); changes to term labels; additions and, to a much lesser extent, removal of terms; and shifts in where terms are located within the taxonomy.

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GrantNews

JULY 25, 2024

As a result, GrantWatch has provided a list of grants to help communities address these issues. Additionally, GrantWatch offers a list of over 4,000 grants in its Education grants list category. Also included in this list are both national and international grant listings.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. Google Ads Forget billboards: tap into the power of Google Ads!

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

We began tracking grants and pledges based on press releases and public announcements to tell a real-time story. . contacted us with two primary concerns about the way the data was presented: the distinction between racial equity and racial justice funding, and the mixing of grants and pledges. service delivery, research, advocacy).

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

JANUARY 14, 2021

Last year many arts and culture nonprofits struggling to cope with closures and restrictions in the wake of COVID-19 were able to take advantage of multiple relief grants and funding, chief among them funds made available through the CARE Act and forgivable loans that were part of the Paycheck Protection Program (known as ‘PPP’).

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Grant Consulting Services

AUGUST 29, 2024

Part V, Section I: Grant Research – Strategies for Success! What do you do if your organization is considering applying for a particular grant and is not sure if the grant would be a good fit? Research aims to discover knowledge that will provide the answers needed to move forward with a potential grant application.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

I should know, I have been doing it, off and on, nearly my whole life, as a college student, a graduate student, a young professor, a business owner, and later as a grant writing consultant. Definitely keep track of your hours. Definitely get an ergonomic keyboard and use voice recognition software. Your arms should be level.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Are you ready for grants? In this article, one of our partners, Matt Hugg, details twelve questions you should definitely ask your organization before you start writing your next grant. These are key questions to help you make sure your organization has the best shot of winning more funding.

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Grant Consulting Services

MAY 30, 2024

Part III: Grant Optimized Project Design Obtaining grant funding has become increasingly difficult as funding dollars are not stretching as far as they once did, and competition for limited grant funds is tougher than ever. Four words: Grant Optimized Project Design. Why Is Grant Optimized Project Design Important?

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Grant Training Center

MAY 25, 2020

The focus of this blog is effective grant writing. Let’s begin with Joan Didion, who talked about the “infinite power” of grammar: “To shift the structure of a sentence alters the meaning as definitely and inflexibly as the position of a camera alters the meaning of the object photographed.” What is this about?

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