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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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MARCH 21, 2023

For us, a better definition is that an epiphany is when you have an intuitive grasp of reality through something (such as an event) usually simple and striking. Amazingly, we find that an epiphany can occur at any stage of the grant writing project. This fits how epiphanies work for us.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

No matter how you evaluate the program, the funder definitely wants to know details that dovetail into the rest of your application. DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services, LLC is so excited to be season 6 sponsors for Fundraising HayDay , a podcast about grants and such.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll break down these three types of grants, explain their unique characteristics, and offer guidance on how to use them effectively. Capital Grants 1.1 Definition and Purpose Capital grants are funds specifically designated for the acquisition, construction, or renovation of physical assets.

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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.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

On rare occasions, a funder is so convinced by a Letter of Inquiry that the fit is just right, and they’ll write you a check without additional information or supporting documents. Grant writing doesn’t get any better than that! But trust me when I say those are extremely rare instances.

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Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

If you want a greater chance of having your project funded, hire an expert grant writer from Allied Grant Writers. With years of experience in grant writing, we already know the ins and outs of this industry. Moreover, grant writing also involves planning, in-depth research, and collection of vital sets of data and facts.

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Allied Grant Writers

MAY 17, 2021

If you want a greater chance of having your project funded, hire an expert grant writer from Allied Grant Writers. With years of experience in grant writing, we already know the ins and outs of this industry. Moreover, grant writing also involves planning, in-depth research, and collection of vital sets of data and facts.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Or an individual nonprofit staffer (like you) might have a goal to “gain a grant writing certification” or something similar. I’ve also included some short definitions and examples to keep you or other members of your team from getting confused on how to create great goals, objectives, and outcomes.

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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.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

A “Throwback Tuesday” post to one of my most popular grant writing guides. It's my complete A-Z guide to grant writing 101. Grant writing is half art, half science. First and foremost, work on your writing skills. This week I'm doing something a little different. And you will get it down.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 18, 2024

We understand that the decision to hire a grant writer depends on various factors unique to each grant seeker; the most important of which is what’s best for the seeker’s specific needs. In addition, many grant writers will also follow up with funders as well. And finally, let the grant writing begin!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 20, 2023

The very definition of a catchphrase, right? Grant writers and fundraising should be or should strive to become the experts in the proposal they’re tackling, the appeal letter they’re crafting, the gala they’re organizing, the progress report they’re drafting…you get the picture.

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iGrantWriters

JULY 31, 2020

Interested in Becoming A Grant Writer, but not quite sure where to start? This FREE introductory training will help you to determine if grant writing is potentially a good fit for you or not. Plus, discover why this career path may be ideal for you if you enjoy working at home or from remote locations.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 17, 2023

But to make these dreams a reality, one pivotal question often arises: "Is it worth hiring a grant writer?". Deciphering the Grant Writing Terrain Grant writing is more than just filling forms and ticking boxes; it's a complex and competitive landscape that requires a certain level of expertise to navigate successfully.

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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. Specific nonprofits estimate way too low for salaries of grant writers.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

My dissertation was on the rhetorics of advocacy in Appalachia, and I knew from my field research that nonprofits in the region could use help with their communications and grant writing. I learned quickly that I loved the grant writing but hated the rest of the job. Plus, it was a toxic, dangerous workplace.)

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

Allow you to time your appeals for the best results and spread your grant writing throughout the year, instead of cranking out a year’s worth of grants in the fall when you’re also planning your year-end campaign. That approach to grant writing doesn’t work, by the way. Engage your Board.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 23, 2022

What I like about this definition is that it suggests there is always room for improvement. Knowing how to express ideas using inclusive language is especially important for grant writers. Why is inclusive language important in grant writing? What’s next. This workbook does all of that for you. Get the workbook!

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

JANUARY 14, 2021

This pot of funding is being referred to as ‘ Save Our Stages’ grants (or SoS, for short) and funding will cover many of the same costs as are eligible under PPP loans. However, there are definitely differences between the 2 funds that you should understand before pursuing one.

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Think and Ink Grants

MAY 4, 2024

Although applying for federal grants may be tempting, they are definitely not for every nonprofit organization. Winning grants for nonprofits offered by government agencies do take time. Here are six clear signs that federal grants may not be for you - at least for now, anyway. However, it is a long-term process.

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

JANUARY 22, 2024

.” So, when congress finally reconciles the different versions of the FY 2024 budget passed in December by the Senate and House, there will be a deluge of RFPs published quickly, with grant-writing chaos ensuing. ” Sometimes it does, but it seems that most of the time, it doesn’t. an educated guess).

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 11, 2022

Turn to this data whenever you apply for a grant in the future to determine what funders to apply with and the amounts you should ask for. If you’re thinking “yep, I’m definitely in the cycle of constant action and doing too much with too little,” I want to help you solve problems in your nonprofit and be successful with grants.

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iGrantWriters

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Educators seeking funding know that getting a grant funded is no easy feat and demands all hands on deck. ve all heard that the definition of insanity is to do the same thing over and over and expect different results. These are secrets many grant professionals keep to themselves for fear that their competitors will get it.â??

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 28, 2023

I’ve written grants, primarily federal grants, for more than 30 years, but my love is creative writing. Some might see creative writing as antithetical to federal grant writing. After all, we’re not writing fiction, and we can’t make things up. So, I’ll back up and explain. My outline?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 20, 2021

You can definitely find a VA to do those. Organizing is what VAs do best, and your VA can organize your grant materials so that you can find what you need when you need it. Be careful with VAs who say they can write grants. Chances are that most of your tasks will fall into the first category. GIFT MANAGEMENT.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Conducting research to find grants and funding opportunities is definitely the place to start if you want to be successful at getting grants and separating yourself from the strugglers. And THAT will increase your chances at getting grants for your nonprofit.

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Grant Training Center

MARCH 30, 2020

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.” ” Gopen and Swan’s seminal article “The Science of Scientific Writing” cites research showing that readers interpret your writing based on six expectations.

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Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 13, 2021

If your organization works on an issue where there are a lot of active funders, that definitely helps. We know it can be frustrating to hear that there’s not a simple answer to the question, “Where should I apply for grant funding?”. It’s not all bad news though.

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Fundly

MAY 18, 2021

However, if you want to set up a smaller-scale community fundraising walk for your particular cause, you definitely can! Community Grants Local or community grants are often distributed by foundations, companies, or governments to qualifying nonprofits that submit an application.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 14, 2024

For instance, if someone has “talking on the phone” in a category below the line, you definitely don’t want to ask them to call monthly donors to thank them. You’ll also find out what people are NOT good at, and you’ll know what not to ask of them. That would be a disaster! And this exercise will help you uncover that.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In the 2023 Foundation Giving Forecast Survey , 90% of respondents awarded some general operating support (GOS) in 2022, but fewer than 5% said all their grants were GOS. Definitions of GOS varied by foundation, however, and many werent tracking those grants. How to ask your long-term funders for more money.

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Candid

DECEMBER 24, 2024

And if the paperwork requirements cant be reduced, can nonprofits use generative AI for grant writing? Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? 4 things we learned about foundations and general operating support.

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

JULY 17, 2024

Now that you’ve gotten this far, you may be wondering what all of this has to do with grant writing, since I intentionally “buried the lead.” appeared first on Seliger + Associates Grant Writing.

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