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Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes: The Difference + How to Write Them for Successful Grant Proposals

Cain Nonprofit Solutions

All grant proposals are different. But regardless of what type of proposals you may be working on at this moment in time, there is one thing I can say with certainty: You will run into proposals that ask you to write out the goals, objectives, and outcomes for your program or project. Let’s get started. What is a goal?

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Building a Grant-Ready Organization

Grant Professionals Association

Is your organization grant-ready? When you’re an early-career grant writer or are building a grants program for the first time, this can be a daunting question; I know that it was for me. When it comes down to it, grant readiness comes from preparation in three main areas: Resources, Collaboration, and Alignment.

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The Professionalization of Grants: Scaling Your Grants Program Through Effective Infrastructure

Grant Professionals Association

If you havent already, now is the time to evaluate your organizations grant readiness from pre- to post-award, ensuring alignment with funders, competitive proposals, and strong fund stewardship. Understanding how your organization makes grant submission decisions is critical. Do We Have Shovel-Ready Projects?

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Educating Up to Streamline the Grant Writing Process

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

When asked what she wished someone had told her before beginning her illustrious grant-writing career, her answer was succinct and powerful. “I I wish I had known how much educating I’d have to do.” My co-host Amanda Day and I call it “Educating Up.” Use a current or recent grant application as an example.

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Expert tips for nonprofit fundraising success 

Candid

These articles explain, for example, how to overcome fundraising challenges during an election year, how to make sure your nonprofit is “grant-ready,” and how even the smallest nonprofits can get noticed by potential donors and build those relationships. Is your nonprofit organization ‘grant-ready’?

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Did You Know: The Importance of Researching Funders Before Applying by Roxanne Jensen, Ed.S., GPC

Assel Grant Services

After reviewing the foundation’s recent priorities, it became clear that their focus had shifted, and the grant proposal they submitted no longer aligned with their new direction. Some funders require a letter of inquiry (short or detailed) before inviting full proposals. Other funders have an open call for applications.

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It’s Ethics Month! “Guidance for Common Ethical Dilemmas”

Grant Professionals Association

The GPA Code of Ethics outlines the importance of proper and fair compensation for the work that grant professionals do in researching, preparing proposals, and managing grant funds. The purpose of grant funds are to support the work of the organization and accomplish the goals and objectives set forth in the proposal.

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