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Return on Mission: A Framework to Measure Success at Philanthropic Organizations

Blackbaud

As with the ROI formula itself, the simple examples never exactly mirror what you will encounter in real life, but a main goal to introducing the formula is to change the conversation around the investment. Absolutely, if the mission cant provide optimal program delivery without it.

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Five Characteristics of High-Performing, Grant-Winning Nonprofits

Think and Ink Grants

People like to invest in those they trust, those who align with their goals, and those who have winning track records. Grantmakers love funding high-performing organizations. ." What are your goals?" They package their story in amazing annual reports, white papers, and other ways to tell their story.

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Grant Professionals Foundation (GPF) Scholarship Applications are Now Open! Invest in Your Future

Grant Professionals Association

The Grant Professionals Foundation (GPF) was established in January 2006 to ensure resources are available to educate, credential, and assist grant professionals who secure the funding necessary for not-for-profits to serve the greater good. Take the time to invest in your dreams and goals. Ponder this.

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Making the Switch: What For-Profit CFOs Need to Know About Nonprofit Accounting

Blackbaud

From the goal of your organization to how finances are managed, it’s important to understand how for-profit accounting and nonprofit accounting differ so you can help drive success for your new organization. The Goal of Your Finances The goal of a for-profit organization is to drive revenue for the business. Congratulations!

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#5 Capital Campaign Readiness: Three Questions Your Early Case for Support Must Answer

Gail Perry Group

Ready to turn your campaign goals into reality? In this early-stage document, which we often call a Vision Statement or White Paper, you’ll outline your campaign’s vision and plan. Your goal here is to briefly explain the need, and your response to the need. Don’t navigate the complexities alone.

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How to Manage Your Arts and Cultural Nonprofit’s Revenue Streams in Uncertain Times

Blackbaud

For example, you may have several different grants, but if some of them are backed by federal funds, either directly or as pass-throughs, you could be vulnerable to federal budget cuts that affect your sector. By running different scenarios in your fund accounting software, you can plan for various possibilities and contingencies.

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A to Z Grant Terminology You’ll Want to Know

Grant Writer Team

However, do you know the A to Z grant terminology needed to convince a prospective donor to fund your project over some other worthy cause? Date of Completion: The designated time funder sponsorship ends and all work on a grant-funded project is completed. Using the funds for another purpose could cause the grant to be rescinded.

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