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Why Google Isn’t Enough: Finding Hidden Grant Opportunities for Nonprofits

Millionaire Grant Lady

When you want to learn about something new, the natural first instinct is to Google it. Its such an integral part of our lives now that we turned the name of a search engine into a verb. Web searches are powerful tools, and we should never take for granted the privilege of living in a time in which the breadth of human history and knowledge is freely available through our computer, tablet, or phones.

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Federal Funding Freeze 2025: What Nonprofits Need to Know and Do Now

Capital Campaign Pro

Here’s what we know for certain, and where things stand. Federal Funding Freeze 2025: What Happened So Far On January 27th, the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memo directing federal agencies to pause federal funding assistance. The memos vague wording created immediate uncertainty for the tens of thousands of nonprofits that […] The post Federal Funding Freeze 2025: What Nonprofits Need to Know and Do Now appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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Learning from peers to refine your nonprofit funding strategy

Candid

If you work at a nonprofit, you already know the importance of developing a strategy for financial sustainability. But where should you start? A useful early step is to look at what peer organizations are doing. Benchmarking against peers can help you refine your assumptions about what being financially sustainable could look likeor develop entirely new assumptions.

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Game, set, impact: What the For-Purpose sector can learn from the Australian Open  

Strategic Grants

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the 2025 Australian Open with my family. Over the course of three days, I was struck by how much thought and strategy went into every aspect of the event, from the logistics to the games and the audience experience. As I reflected on these observations, it became clear that there are several lessons For-Purpose organisations can take from the Australian Opens approach to maximise their own operations and engagement with their stakeholders.

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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L.A. Wildfire Survivors Struggling With FEMA Applications Could Benefit From Disaster Case Managers

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

While FEMA provides funding for disaster case management, most groups will rely on philanthropic and local support to hire and train case managers. By Gabriela Aoun Angueira, Associated Press PASADENA, Calif. Etienne Laurent, AP photo People impacted by the wildfires seek information and relief at a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center at Pasadena City College.

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Newsletter: 4 Partnership Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2025 [Special Edition]

Selfish Giving

Tomorrow is the big day. Accelerist's Brittany Hill and I are hosting a webinar tomorrow, January 30, at 2 p.m. EST on social impact and partnership trends. Together, well explore the real drivers shaping partnerships in 2025. I'm excited about tomorrow and already brimming with great insights to share, so I decided to publish this special edition of my newsletter to give you a sneak peek!

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What to Do When Board Members Overstep

Wild Apricot

Having trouble with your board members? We'll share what overstepping looks like, what to do when it happens and how to prevent it in this blog.

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The NonProfit Voice Ep 91: Recurring Giving in the Subscription Economy

NonProfit PRO

In this episode, Dave Raley of Imago Consultingjoins Mark Becker to chat about sustainable giving strategies.

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Funders, I Want to Tell You About My Donkeys

Center for Effective Philanthropy

This post originally appeared on the authors Medium page. Read it here and find out more about the Full Frame Initiative here. Anyone who has known me for more than […] The post Funders, I Want to Tell You About My Donkeys appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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12 common grant writing mistakes to avoid

Professional Grant Writers

Grant writing can be highly competitive, and even the most prepared organizations can face challenges. To boost your chances of success, it’s important. The post 12 common grant writing mistakes to avoid appeared first on Professional Grant Writers.

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The triumph of the weird in fundraising

Future Fundraising Now

Ive received this piece of mail at least twice. I dont have any reason to think about changing my auto insurance, so Ive never opened it. But it did grab my attention, and Id like to point out one feature of the outer envelope that I believe is powerful. (The fact Ive got it more than once possibly confirms that its working.) Here it is: See the thing on the right side, below the postage indicia?

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How to Increase the ROI of Your Nonprofit’s Website

Blackbaud

Using your nonprofits resources wisely over time is key to your long-term fundraising success and ability to achieve your mission. Thats why increasing your return on investment (ROI) in all areas of your operations is critical, especially for your nonprofits website. Your website is the foundation of your online fundraising presence. Its the resource that interested individuals will first turn to to learn how they can show support for your cause.

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How to Apply the Pareto Principle at Work and at Home

Center for Major Gifts

The 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, is the idea that 20% of your efforts bring 80% of your results. The idea applies to many things in life. You wear 20% of your clothes 80% of the time. 20% of your customers make 80% of the complaints. 20% of your customers are 80% of your revenue. 20% of the exercises you do give 80% of the results you receive.

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The New Path to Engaged Volunteers & Loyal Donors

NonProfit PRO

A strong volunteer program is the key to lasting donor relationships. This guidebook walks you through the essential steps to recruit, engage, and inspire volunteerscreating a powerful experience that naturally leads to financial support. Set the foundation for deeper connections and long-term giving. Download the guide now and start turning volunteers into donors!

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Foundation Grant Managers: Roles, Responsibilities, and Tools for Success

Fluxx

Foundation grants are a critical tool in the advancement of missions and the creation of meaningful impact within communities. They represent a foundation's commitment to the support of nonprofit organizations and innovative projects. However, managing these grants is no easy task; it requires strategic oversight and coordination.

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ALA Peggy Barber Tribute Grant for Programming

Library Grants

Deadline: February 3, 2025, at 11:59 pm (CST) Want to host a program for seniors in your community? The Peggy Barber Tribute Grant is an annual grant of the American Library Association (ALA) that recognizes, promotes, and supports meaningful programs in libraries that have limited and/or no access to budgetary support for programming. The grant, named after the late library leader Peggy Barber, aims to help ease library budget challenges by awarding three libraries $2,500 to support a proposed

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Do Your Grant Proposals Follow the 3 Cs Formula for Success?

GrantNews

Have you heard of the 3 Cs formula for grant writing success? It’s a proven strategy for winning over grant reviewers. These three essential elements form the foundation of every persuasive application, and reviewers carefully evaluate them in each submission. Crafting a grant application can feel overwhelming, but success comes from presenting a compelling and straightforward argument.

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Library of Congress Literacy Awards

Library Grants

Deadline: February 18, 2025, at 11:59pm ET Through the generosity of David M. Rubenstein since 2013, and through the generosity of the Kislak Family Foundation in 2023, the Library of Congress Literacy Awards Program honors organizations that have made outstanding contributions to increasing literacy in the United States or abroad. The awards also encourage the continuing development of innovative methods for combating illiteracy and the wide dissemination of the most effective practices.

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A Proposal to Make Allies of Trump Voters and Progressives

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Coalitions that aim to counter what they see as the president's authoritarianism are overlooking key potential partners: faith-driven Trump supporters. By Diana Aviv and Allison K. Ralph Evan Vucci, AP A cross stands in front of the White House as pro-life demonstrators gather in Washington. Coalitions that aim to counter what they see as the President's authoritarianism are overlooking key potential partners: faith-driven Trump supporters.

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Trump Administration Pauses New Grant Agreements with Bombshell OMB Memo: Heavens to Murgatroyd!

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

NOTE: Shortly after this was posted, the pause was ended, but I decided to leave this up as it illustrates that grant seekers will face a bumpy ride for the next few months. Since January 20, the nascent Trump Administration has been doing something fairly remarkable in American politics: fulfilling campaign promises by issuing hundreds of Executive Orders (EOs).

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