ProposalPRO

AUGUST 31, 2021

Asymmetric information can be a disadvantage, especially for nonprofit organizations that are new to the world of government grants. Or an advantage to experienced proposers. So how does asymmetric information work in the government grants space? Experienced proposers do. That’s why experienced proposers win.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

The National Endowment for the Arts (or “NEA”, for short) is the Federal funding agency for arts and culture organizations in the United States. They have several grant opportunities each year and most arts nonprofits usually want a piece of that pie. You probably aren’t ready for federal grants at all.

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ProposalPRO

AUGUST 1, 2021

If you’re won a federal grant, you know you owe your good fortune to the independent grant reviewers who highly rated your proposal. Perhaps most concerning, Johnson (2008) found that reviewer bias affected as much as a quarter of funding decisions. Finally, please subscribe to my Fund the Change blog, below.

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 8, 2025

Before taking GPAs Next Level Federal Grants Training (NLFGT) course, my approach to federal grants could best be described as the sink or swim method. Even locating the expectations for the proposal narrative within the sea of eligibility criteria and requirements felt overwhelming.

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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. You are self-funding your nonprofit.

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Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 4, 2024

In the realm of federal grants and education service grants, timing is everything. Securing funding through grants demands foresight and meticulous planning, often long before the grant cycle officially opens. Crafting a winning proposal within such a narrow window presents considerable challenges.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2024

What are your chances of winning a grant? On average, sources estimate that 1 in 7 applications are approved for funding. So how can you increase your chances of winning a grant? Private foundations continue to be the most likely funding sources for most respondents. GrantWatch is here to help!

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Grants.gov

MAY 8, 2019

Let’s say that your organization is applying for a federal grant that will support a wildlife reserve restoration project. Now, you and your writing team need to outline the impact that your proposed project will have on the wildlife reserve. Tip: Think like a reviewer when you are discussing the impact of your proposed project.

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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. The following summarizes ways in which I try to make my proposals stand out. In a federal grant?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 13, 2023

For the second time in three years , Millionaire Grant Lady has won a $1.5 million grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration ( SAMHSA ) to help a Texas-based organization respond to the opioid crisis. Federal grants are also the most competitive, complex, and difficult to receive.

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RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

This includes contributions on larger federal grant applications that were awarded. Recognized as a leading industry educational output, this work was featured at the 2023 GPA Grant Summit in a co-led presentation, The 4M Model: Determining when Grants Should and Should Not be Used to Fund Your Program.

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

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Grants.gov

AUGUST 8, 2018

When preparing your federal grant application, you would do well to put yourself – and your team – in the shoes of the people who will be evaluating it. In this post, we will look specifically at grant opportunities that are evaluated (at least in part) with the aid of a peer review panel (Note: Not all are evaluated in this way).

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

I recently participated in a Federal grant review panel for the Department of Education that included ten complex applications with detailed rubrics and a series of 2-3 hour panel discussions over 15 days, including weekends and holidays. Several applicants clearly needed funding based on their location or demographic data.

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Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 14, 2023

With the windfall of federal funds flowing down from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), new grant programs announcements are constantly popping up and shifting carefully planned annual funding strategies. The initial focus understandably falls on securing the funds.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 2, 2023

You can’t wrap up a half-baked cookie as a good gift, and you can’t wrap up a half-baked program as a fundable grant. The most important components of program design for your grant applications are: It all starts with the need in the community and the target population.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding the essential aspects of grant writing is critical for success in securing funding. This section explores the purpose of grants, the importance of grant writing for organizations, and the impact that grants can have on students.

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GrantNews

APRIL 17, 2024

In addition, they are given expressly for causes like stimulating the economy, providing goods and services to underserved communities, and funding projects that align with the goals of that federal agency or governing entity. With so many grants waiting to fund good causes, there’s no time to waste.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For a long time, I struggled with my work as a grant professional. I loved tackling a challenging federal grant proposal. Managing federal grants was my jam – I loved putting my organizational skills to work and totally geeked out about a well-put-together 3-ring binder. Don’t get me wrong.

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Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We get many calls from nonprofits and public agencies seeking federal grants to build or buy and renovate a building*—the proposed uses could be anything from a youth center to a SUD treatment facility to affordable housing. A similar process unfolded for many other federal grant programs for funding facilities.

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Think and Ink Grants

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

As a nonprofit organization, securing funding is crucial to your success. Grants are a great way to obtain the necessary resources to support your mission and make a positive impact in your community. However, finding the right grants can be a daunting task. Here are some steps you can take to find the right grants: 1.Determine

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In addition, they are given expressly for causes like stimulating the economy, providing goods and services to underserved communities, and funding projects that align with the goals of that federal agency or governing entity. With so many grants waiting to fund good causes, there’s no time to waste.

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Allied Grant Writers

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

As 2025 approaches, businesses, nonprofits, and individuals are increasingly looking for ways to secure essential funding to fuel innovation, growth, and community impact. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the key funding opportunities for 2025, including government grants, private foundation awards, and business loans.

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Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

The topic is research funding. Through our work in grant development, we’ve met many faculty members who have not received training on how to find funding or write grant proposals. In addition, we hope you’ll share in the comment section any tips you have for finding research funding. Urgent Funding Needs V.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Introduction to Grants A grant is a financial award provided by government agencies, foundations, or other organizations to support specific projects or initiatives. Unlike loans, grants do not require repayment, making them a valuable resource for those looking to fund various ventures.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Almost every organization has now embraced expanding their funding base through grant proposals. However, you have to ensure that you do not harbor unrealistic initial expectations of what grants and funding agencies can provide. They often have to take risks and expect the likelihood of rejection.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Almost every organization has now embraced expanding their funding base through grant proposals. However, you have to ensure that you do not harbor unrealistic initial expectations of what grants and funding agencies can provide. They often have to take risks and expect the likelihood of rejection.

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GrantNews

MAY 31, 2024

Want to know your chances of being awarded grant funding? So, how can you increase your odds of winning a grant? The database houses thousands of current grants and offers many search features, all geared to accomplish one thing: to help you improve your rate of success. It’s a common question.

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Allied Grant Writers

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Once you have completed your course, you are no longer required to pay your funding agency. Though it may sound too good to be true, you can get a scholarship or a grant. The question is, how to get grants for college? You can have either scholarships or grants, but which one should you choose?

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Allied Grant Writers

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Once you have completed your course, you are no longer required to pay your funding agency. Though it may sound too good to be true, you can get a scholarship or a grant. The question is, how to get grants for college? You can have either scholarships or grants, but which one should you choose?

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Put the two together, and you have a recipe for a successful proposal. We know how important data is for evaluation and outcomes in a proposal, but how do you take raw data and put it into a compelling, easy-to-read narrative for funders? The proposal could end up more distracting and confusing than just a narrative.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 19, 2022

Then the old woman revealed herself to be the Fairy Grantmother and stitched together stories and numbers into a beautiful manuscript that moved the King and Queen to bestow the general operating funds upon all in Grantlandia.

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Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Foundations: Relying on experienced, proven grant writers to research and write proposals. Government agencies: Using experts to review the federal grant register and target new grant opportunities. If we don’t follow through on our rhetoric, we will fail to sustain the trust critical to securing more funding.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

The Resource Gap in Rural Funding. If your charity or library happens to be located in rural America, it's not your imagination that it is harder to get grant funding in rural locations. The nonprofit Bridgespan Group did a special post-recession report on overcoming the resource gap in rural funding.

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AmpliFund

JANUARY 30, 2023

Right now, communities across the country are benefitting from the unprecedented $1 trillion in funding created by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). While there are a lot of federal funds available, many organizations don’t have the capacity or the resources to do the necessary prep work involved in applying for IIJA funding.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 4, 2024

FOA stands for Funding Opportunity Announcement. This is something you will need to know if you’re interested in securing federal funding for a project or program. Due to the importance of federal grants, GrantWatch provides a special search tab with close to 300 Federal Grant listings!

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 6, 2024

Understanding the factors that reviewers prioritize—such as clarity of objectives, feasibility of the proposed project, and alignment with funding priorities—you can tailor your applications to meet these expectations. The 21st Century Learning Grant is, perhaps, one of the largest federal after-school program grants in the nation.

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