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Understanding the Differences: Capital, Program, and Operating Grants for Nonprofits

Just Write Grants

Definition and Purpose Capital grants are funds specifically designated for the acquisition, construction, or renovation of physical assets. Detailed Proposals : Applications for capital grants often require detailed plans, cost estimates, and timelines. Capital Grants 1.1 Program Grants 2.1 Operating Grants 3.1

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Helpful Ways to Measure and Optimize Your Nonprofit’s Performance

Blackbaud

Some examples: Employee retention rate Absenteeism rate Employee satisfaction, quantified on a questionnaire or survey Free Guide Development Plan Toolkit Download Now Utilizing Effective Data Tools Many nonprofits started out as a grassroots group with a dream and some bootstraps. That’s where technology can make a real impact.

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Boy Scouts Of America Rebrands To Scouting America

The NonProfit Times

Furthermore, 31% said the changes definitely resulted in increased retention and 36% said it was too soon to tell. In some cases, rebranding also yielded organization cultural benefits. All that said, a rebrand alone is probably not enough to cure a nonprofit’s woes.

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Pre-Register Now: Nonprofit Startup 101 Course

CauseVox

Kelly is an excellent presenter, she was so well prepared, and her points were spot on – I DEFINITELY plan to take advantage of your and Kelly’s generous offers for a 20-minute consult regarding year-end fundraising plans.” ” FAQ. Who is the Nonprofit Startup Course for? Who the course taught by?

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Decoding the Enigma: Unveiling the Power of What is a Grant

Allied Grant Writers

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. Tips for Successful Grant Applications Securing a grant requires strategic planning and attention to detail.

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9 Nonprofit Leadership Skills Every Founder & Director Must Master

Get Fully Funded

What Nonprofit Leadership Really Is By definition, a leader is someone in a position of authority with the responsibility to guide a group. They’re responsible for planning, organizing, and directing a group so that goals are reached in a timely fashion. They inspire people, they solve problems, and they build teams.

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Using inclusive language in grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

What I like about this definition is that it suggests there is always room for improvement. Describe relationships using inclusive terms such as partner, spouse, and family rather than gendered or hetronormative definitions, like husband or wife. What’s next.

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