Lightning Fast Grant Writing

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

For better or worse, the last two weeks of December are the worst possible time for fundraising activities. The problem is that your donors – individual, corporate, or foundation – are too busy during the holidays to worry about the needs of your charity. Nevertheless, you can make the best use of those last two weeks if you turn your attention to internal projects that otherwise might be neglected due to the business of the year.

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Let’s begin with this week’s bit of wisdom… The reluctant spammer “I don’t want to send this pitch to a list of every single podcaster in the world, but we have to get the word out.” “I don’t want to send an email to every one of our previous donors every three days until they unsubscribe, but our work is so important, it has to be done.” “I don’t want to robocall every person in the district, but if I don’t, our campaign has no chance… the other guy is even more aggressive than we are.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

A movement to end solitary confinement is gaining momentum, but criminal justice donors feel their money is better spent elsewhere. That’s a mistake. By Johnny Perez Getty Images A movement to end solitary confinement is gaining momentum, but criminal justice donors feel their money is better spent elsewhere. That’s a mistake.

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Fundraising HayDay

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Season 1 of Fundraising HayDay was launched in November 2018. This month (November 2023) marks our 5-year anniversary. We are celebrating with memories and guests who love and support the show. Season 1 of Fundraising HayDay was launched in November 2018. This month (November 2023) marks our 5-year anniversary. We are celebrating with memories and guests who love and support the show.

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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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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Pay transparency laws, which typically require employers to share the pay range for a role in the job posting, are designed to encourage employers to be more open with employees and job seekers about compensation. And they’re becoming the norm.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The Parkinson's Foundation has announced it is accepting applications for $1 million in community grant funding. The 2024 community grants cycle will support health, wellness and educational programs that address unmet needs in local Parkinson's disease (PD) communities.

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Fluxx

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Grantmaking organizations play a vital role in supporting various causes and initiatives that drive positive change in society. However, outdated grantmaking processes often hinder their ability to efficiently manage funds, deliver exceptional services to grantees, and maximize the impact of their efforts. Based on research findings in our “ Advancements in Grants Management: Leveraging Technology for Goal-Centric Organizations ” whitepaper, this article explores the benefits of upgrading to mod

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

When a new grant-seeker starts applying for grants they are often like a deer in the headlights wondering where to begin. However, keep in mind, with hard work and a lot of passion anyone can write a grant. Funding sources can receive thousands of grant applications, so it is critical that you stand out. GrantWriterTeam has helpful grant writing tips for your application, you can submit grants with confidence. 1.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Major giving has always been incredibly important for the health of nonprofit organizations. According to the 80/20 rule in major donor fundraising, 80% of a nonprofit’s total revenue comes from the top 20% of its donors—and for some nonprofits, this might even be closer to a 90/10 ratio. In times of economic uncertainty, these key players become even more important.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Start investing in your local school's future by creating a robust parent teacher organization! Here's everything you need to know about how to start a PTO.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The post Philanthropy’s Role in Making Climate Change a Greater Bipartisan Priority appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Buckle up because you’re about to read some really important advice! In short, you need to resist the urge to take your foot off the gas when the dust settles after GivingTuesday. We know. The last few weeks have been a whirlwind. And we’re not out of the weeds yet. After all, your year-end push is just around the corner! With only 33 days between GivingTuesday and the start of 2024, you might be tempted to take time to breathe, collect yourself, and prepare for the big end-of-year push.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Discover the dynamic landscape of the nonprofit sector in 2024. Explore the trends reshaping operations, supporter engagement, and impact. Get insights, examples, and strategies to leverage these trends for your organization's success.

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Tom Ahern

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

File under: Institutional re-branding? Gift or goblin? "Your weird new corporate brand matters to me. WHY?" Branding v. Donors Brand-marketing and fundraising have different languages, different target audiences, different (though similar) goals (i.e., higher response rates). BRAND audiences tend to be a risk-averse, forward-hoping board and the attached C-level leadership.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Creating grant application pipelines for tracking can be tedious. In this post, we dig into exactly how to create a grant tracking pipeline, give you a sample grant management template you can use, and tips to managing your grant pipeline.

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Booster

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

From start to finish, volunteers play a major role in the success of any school fundraiser. Their donated time and unique skills contribute to everything from brainstorming ideas to gathering materials to getting the community excited and involved. Because there are so many moving parts to keeping your school fundraiser volunteers engaged and organized, putting into place volunteer management strategies is essential.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Donor segmentation can be an effective tool to use throughout your fundraising efforts, including in your text fundraising appeals. Creating separate text appeals for different donor segments allows your organization to send more engaging messages to your supporters, which can increase the money you raise for your mission. While text fundraising is effective, it can be difficult to create texts that feel personalized due to their short length.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Are you feeling overwhelmed or daunted by finding federal grants, keeping track of complicated applications, or determining which grant programs are right for your nonprofit? In this article we’ll go over what federal government grants are, why they’re important, and how to find federal government grants fast.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Organizing a successful charity event involves more than just enthusiasm; it requires strategic planning and resourcefulness. One key element that can elevate your fundraising game is leveraging in-kind donations. Delve into the world of in-kind donations, exploring what they are and how they can significantly benefit nonprofits, especially for those new to the art of fundraising.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Starting a charity is not for the faint of heart—there’s a lot of work on the backend, what with filing for tax-exempt status, honing your mission, recruiting a board, and more preparation work. The good news is we’ve broken down how to start a charity into nine steps in this article.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In this handy guide, you will learn all about the grant discovery platform GrantStation and its pricing options and receive a comprehensive breakdown of what your organization will get with a subscription to this platform.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Discover the best grant writing software and learn how to choose the right one for you as a nonprofit representative or consultant (or both!).

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