PKS Grants & Accounting Solutions

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

A Grant Manager's Guide to Internal Controls Did you know, $600 billion is awarded each year in federal grants?? How do they impact your grants and your organization? They assure reasonable accuracy, validity, and reliability of financial management, program, and other information. So, what are they?

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 17, 2024

I have been in chat rooms and webinars with people who are new to the grants profession and have been asked to stand up the grants management function for their organization. I spent many years as a successful grant professional and managed grants that were not from public sources.

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RBW Strategy

JUNE 11, 2024

Untangling the New Uniform Grant Guidance It’s the news that all our grant enthusiasts and compliance champions have been waiting for – the new Uniform Grant Guidance has been issued! The Top 10 Uniform Grant Guidance Updates Drum roll, please…. What is OMB’s Intended Outcome?

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

How will the program continue after the grant concludes? Use the RBW Strategy Risk Assessment Questionnaire for Government Grants to guide specific considerations on executing a federal grant award, including subrecipient monitoring, financial integrity, and recipient oversight capacity.

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Grant Consulting Services

AUGUST 31, 2023

Because nonprofits rely on grant funding, systems must be in place to properly manage and maintain that funding as part of the grant lifecycle. So, how do we manage grants? What is Grant Management? More often than not, management is required for multiple grants simultaneously!

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

By understanding the various grant options available and mastering the art of grant writing, church leaders can secure vital funding that not only eases financial burdens but also amplifies the organizations impact on both its congregation and the broader community.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

By now, I hope you are realizing grant management doesn’t have to be a scary web of confusing topics and rules. With this grant management series, I aim to outline some of the commonly seen issues and provide resources to learn more. NGMA divides the grant lifecycle into three phases: pre-award, award, and post-award.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

If you have ever flinched at the mention of policies and procedures, conflict of interest, or grant reporting, we may be able to help take the fear out of grant management. Too often, grant management is seen as scary and messy, with staff hesitant to learn because they may uncover more than they know how to handle.

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Assel Grant Services

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Too often, grant management is seen as a scary, messy aspect of grant funding, and we have a vague understanding of the requirements or components. In the nonprofit field, it’s common for staff to be put in a role where they manage grants but might not have the knowledge or resources to understand what that entails.

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Fluxx

OCTOBER 23, 2024

federal government which makes finding and applying for federal grants much easier. It offers a wide variety of grant options for individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and higher education institutions. Grants.gov is a central portal designed for the U.S.

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PKS Grants & Accounting Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

How to Find University Grants If you are employed by a post-secondary institution, you are likely interested in searching for grants. At PKS Grant Management and Accounting Solutions, LLC we can help locate funding agencies and specific grant opportunities for your university-related project.

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AmpliFund

DECEMBER 19, 2022

. #10 – Understanding the Differences Between Managing ARPA & Traditional Funding Data from ARPA-funded projects is used to inform future Federal policy decisions, so collecting it in an accurate way that tells a compelling story is extremely important. Read more #6 – Congratulations on Becoming a Grants Manager.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Those smaller budgets translate to smaller staff sizes or heavier reliance on volunteers for all facets of program management, which result in less consistency in grantseeking. Older Organizations Seek and Get More Grants. So, what does this consistent but bold grant management strategy have to do with age? State Grants.

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Grant Professionals Association

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The focus of most organizations is getting grant funding in the door. grant award) quickly becomes a ball of string. Each string represents a critical compliance element necessary to manage grant awards, which is especially true for federal grant management. GPCI Competency: 05.

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Assel Grant Services

JULY 21, 2024

Before 2013, federal grant requirements were located in multiple OMB circulars. OMB developed a comprehensive guide for the Federal government’s Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for federal awards that became effective in 2014. Part 200 of Title 2 is the location for the UGG.

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AmpliFund

JUNE 16, 2023

OMB worked with federal agencies to provide additional guidelines, clarifications, and expectations for federal grant recipients, pass-through entities, and auditors. It’s relevant to note that federal awarding agencies are encouraged to continue to focus grants management on both compliance and program performance.

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Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 11, 2024

Grants 301 – Relationships: It’s a Two-Way Street is an excellent primer for those working with private foundations and community partners, while Federal Grants: Relationships with Program Officers and Legislators will give you the essentials for working with government officials to seek out and sustain grant funding.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

No matter what you think about the United States government these days, one thing I hope we can all agree on is the transparency in which federal grants are shared. Let me count thy ways: Grant programs are listed in the appropriations act of each federal department as part of the annual budget process.

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The Grantsmanship Center

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Category: Grants Management Proposal Writing and Grantseeking One of the keys to successful grant proposal writing is understanding the vocabulary used. They sound similar but have very different meanings. Grant requirements for federal funding (and many state and municipal agencies) often stipulate that this is not allowed.

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AmpliFund

AUGUST 16, 2023

This has major implications for state, local, and tribal governments who are the recipients of federal ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) distributed through Treasury, and those who are recipients of awards from the Departments of Energy and Transportation. What does “performance” mean for grant management?

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AmpliFund

JANUARY 30, 2023

Tip: If a lack of resources is frequently a roadblock for your organization, grants management software like AmpliFund helps create capacity for your team by streamlining your processes. The federal government's website, Grants.gov , serves as a central location for searching and applying for federal grant opportunities as well.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

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. Also, federal grants are allocated nearly evenly for urban and rural areas. Grant reports are becoming more varied and visual these days. Just for Libraries.

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Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 6, 2024

As a result, evaluation costs fluctuate, and the conventional guidance to devote 10% of the program budget to evaluation isn’t always accurate, at least for federal grant programs. Identify methods for collaborative efforts among the grant manager, program manager, and support staff during funder site visits and site evaluations.

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Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Tracks include consulting, evaluation and collaboration, federal grants, grants management and budgets, proposal development and communications strategies, and prospect research and donor relations. Take advantage of how GPA has made it easy to meet fellow grant professionals!

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Grant Level Eligibility Typical Funding Amounts Federal Non-profits, individuals, and businesses $10,000 to $5 million State Non-profits and local governments $5,000 to $1 million Local Community organizations and start-ups $500 to $100,000 Government grants often come with extensive application processes and reporting requirements.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 18, 2023

It is no surprise that with all the fast-moving federal funding that has been distributed over the past few years, those who receive federal awards may not be aware of all of the rules pertaining to award management. the organization has no past performance related to federal grants or there have been some leadership changes).

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Grants.gov

AUGUST 15, 2018

When you receive a federal grant, you are receiving taxpayer dollars with the expectation you will successfully implement a public-serving project. the award recipient) are using the funds ethically and efficiently, the federal government establishes grant reporting requirements. To ensure you (i.e.,

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 18, 2024

Guest post by: Jeff Bauknecht | Grants Manager | The Museum of Flight Who decides which grants to pursue or to let pass by? Who determines which projects will receive grant-funded support? One of my first tasks as the new “Grant Writer” had nothing to do with writing. So, I’ll ask again… Who decides?

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Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 13, 2021

However, there is one thing every nonprofit must do regardless of whether you write the grant yourselves or outsource it to a grant writing and nonprofit consulting firm like Think and Ink Grants (www.thinkandinkgrants.com). The one thing every nonprofit must do cannot be outsourced - the funder wants to hear directly from you.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Access to Additional Resources: Many grants come with additional resources such as training, mentorship, or networking opportunities, enhancing the overall support structure for grant recipients. For more targeted options, explore grant money for small businesses or grant money for community projects.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Resources are available, and understanding the landscape of grant opportunities can significantly enhance their chances of success. For tips on navigating the process, visit how to apply for grant money. These grants can come from various sources, including government programs, private foundations, and non-profit organizations.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

APRIL 7, 2025

With all the uncertainty surrounding federal funding and the government right now, we know how challenging it can feel to stay focused on your mission. With 2025 well underway, staying up to date on federal grant opportunities, best practices, and evolving regulations is more important than ever.

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ProposalPRO

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Federal agencies are working on structural issues that will affect grant-making, grant management, and grant-writing for many years to come. Its goal is to facilitate the use of data and evidence in policymaking and program evaluation across the federal government. What Does This Mean for Grant Seekers?

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Transparency also provides assurance that your grants administration is being carried out appropriately and in accordance with any applicable requirements. It additionally supports oversight of the expenditure of public money through grants. Question: Where are your grant administrative processes today? link] Mtezenbaum,S.H.,

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Fluxx

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Federal grant management involves its own myriad of challenges. Foremost among them is the appropriate selection of grant management software, or GMS, which would minimize burdens for agencies supervising such funds and ensuring compliance, making the processes less cumbersome and more able to realize their impact.

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Grants Plus

APRIL 8, 2024

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced the most substantial updates to the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Uniform Guidance – a government-wide framework for grants management – since its inception ten years ago.

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