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The Peril of Relying on Government Grants

Joe Garecht Fundraising

For decades, some fundraising consultants (including me) have warned non-profits not to rely too heavily on government grants. Writing government grants takes an inordinate amount of time, and these grants involve far more legal and accounting risk than non-governmental grants. This warning was based on facts, not politics.

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Foundation Grants vs. Government Grants: What the Millionaire Grant Lady Recommends

Millionaire Grant Lady

As you are building your nonprofit, most nonprofits early on come to understand that they must increase their funding so they can serve more people, serve the community, and do all the things that they got into this industry to do. As you are building revenue sources, you need to focus on diversifying funding sources.

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Top 12 Brand New 2025 Government Grants!

GrantNews

New 2025 government grants are here! Government grants support initiatives that stimulate the economy, provide essential goods and goods and services to underserved communities, and fund projects that align with their missions. Don’t miss out on the funding opportunities 2025 has to offer!

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How Government Grants Are Changing Grant-Making Policies

GrantNews

Government grant-making policies are shifting the entire world of grants. Grants provide vital funding to programs that support things like medical research, feeding the hungry, and housing for underserved communities. .” Given these points, the government leads the way in grant-making policies.

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Smart Nonprofit Funding: A Bargain Hunting Guide to Grants

GrantNews

GrantWatch has close to 3,800 grants in its Community Services grant listing category, providing nonprofits with numerous funding opportunities that align with their mission. Funding is for economic development or foreclosure prevention. Priority funding consideration will be for direct services to the public.

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To Fight DEI Rollbacks, Universities Should Break Free of Government Funding

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

For inspiration, they should consider the successful example of Hillsdale College, which cut the federal funding cord four decades ago. For inspiration, they should consider the successful example of Hillsdale College, which cut the federal funding cord four decades ago.

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Where Does Grant Funding Come From?

GrantNews

Have you ever wondered where grant funding actually comes from? The “funding source” or “grant maker” is the organization providing the funds. These sources fall into three main categories: foundations , corporations , and government agencies. Where Does Grant Funding Come From?

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