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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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. Reviewers also have issues with the process, including “reviewer fatigue” from having too many proposals to review and too little time in which to do it (Bendiscioli, 2019).

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Grants.gov

MARCH 27, 2019

In this space, we have previously shared tips about the pre-writing phase of completing a federal grant application – for example, the importance of reading (and re-reading) the grant announcement, and the importance of understanding the criteria by which your application will be evaluated.

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Sharpshooter Communications

AUGUST 7, 2023

Are Federal Grants About to Get Easier? In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the complexity and inefficiency of US federal grant programs. To address these issues and optimize the distribution of funds to deserving recipients, lawmakers have proposed the Streamlining Federal Grants Act.

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ProposalPRO

JANUARY 31, 2022

If you’re writing a federal grant, plenty. But your federal grant program officers and reviewers don’t want to see them in your grant proposal. From the agency’s perspective, a link threatens the integrity of the grant reviewing process. What’s a hyperlink? Here are 4 reasons why. #1. Sign up here.

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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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GrantNews

APRIL 17, 2024

There are so many 2024 government grants available today! For instance, government grants come from the federal, state, and local governments. With so many grants waiting to fund good causes, there’s no time to waste. However, navigating the vast field of grants can be daunting, particularly for newcomers.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Nonprofit program design is a vital component to winning grants. Both foundation and government funders read a ton of grant applications. 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 original proposed design was in person and phone call interventions.

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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. Grant cycles, more often than not, operate on tight schedules, sometimes lasting no more than six weeks.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 21, 2024

It’s not too late, apply for 2024 government grants before it’s too late! For instance, government grants come from federal, state, and local governments. With so many grants waiting to fund good causes, there’s no time to waste. GrantWatch has the scoop on some important facts you need to know!

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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 don’t mean to infer that reading grants is boring, and I’m not promoting performance-enhancing drugs. 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. In a federal grant?

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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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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. Raising the match may be a challenge.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 19, 2022

Once upon a time in the kingdom of Grantlandia lived a lonely grant scribe who yearned to convince King Thomas the Tightfisted and Queen Attachmentia Excessiva to release their treasure to the people so that all could prosper. And isn’t securing more transformational grants the happy ending we all want? Census Bureau.

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Think and Ink Grants

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

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. In this article, we will discuss the steps you can take to find the right grants for your nonprofit organization.

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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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RBW Strategy

MAY 14, 2024

Challenge While the AAMC is a large organization with large federal and foundation grants supporting several key initiatives, they comprise only a small percentage of the overall organization budget. The grants office consists of just two staff members.

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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. This collaborative approach can lead to more innovative project ideas and well-rounded proposals.

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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

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. How do compliance requirements impact the grant application stage?

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Grants Plus

MAY 21, 2024

In this robust but competitive grant seeking market, what will set some organizations apart? The answer lies not in the proposals themselves but in what precedes them: a thorough and thoughtful strategic plan. The post Successful Grant Seeking Starts with a Strategic Plan appeared first on Grants Plus.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

These competitive advantages in grant-seeking for large grants (federal grants, state grants, and yes, even large foundation grants) are the act of pre-planning. You can translate this into the grantmaker’s form once released and also customize it to request what are eligible and allowable costs.

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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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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding the basics of grant writing is crucial for non-profit organizations, business owners, and students seeking financial support. This section outlines essential aspects of grants to help individuals navigate the grant landscape effectively.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Are you an organization in need of a grant? 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.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Are you an organization in need of a grant? 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.

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 6, 2024

Have you ever wanted to get inside the mind of a grant reviewer to learn the ins and outs of what they look for in grant applications? Have you ever wondered what causes one reviewer to score a grant application high, while another receives a lower score? What makes each perspective differ?

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Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Understanding Grants for Seniors Senior grants play a crucial role in providing financial assistance to organizations and agencies working towards improving the lives of senior citizens. Importance of Financial Assistance for Seniors Grants for seniors programs are essential in ensuring the well-being and fulfillment of older adults.

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Grant Writer Team

JUNE 20, 2024

Are you a grant seeker looking to hire a grant writer? GrantWriterTeam provides an easy-to-use platform for grant seekers to match with the perfect grant writer. Here are 15 of the most commonly asked grant seeker questions about our website to help you determine if our service is right for you!

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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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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Also, getting a grant means a funder values your nonprofit and trusts you’ll put their money to good use. A Grant is What We Need (or is it?) Plus, grants are never guaranteed from year to year.

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Grants.gov

JULY 14, 2020

Developing a proofreading strategy can greatly improve the quality of your federal grant application. Here are some tips from grant-making offices across the government that you can use for developing this strategy. If you bring in an outside reader, ARC suggests that you “ask them to read the proposal quickly.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 4, 2024

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! It could be in the form of a grant or a cooperative agreement.

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Grant Training Center

APRIL 15, 2024

New and seasoned grant writers are encountering increased challenges in seeking funding for their research and organizations. Currently, the funding levels for many federal grants is ranging around the 90 th percentile and above. So, what must grant writers and organizations do in the face of these obstacles?

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Grants.gov

JULY 9, 2019

Need statements , program narratives, and discussions of impact aren’t the only parts of a federal grant application that require the touch of a good writer. In federal grant applications, a budget narrative is sometimes called a budget justification or a budget detail. What Is a Budget Narrative?

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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. Fundraising mistake #2.

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