DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 31, 2023

They spend money on fundraising and overhead activities to secure individual donations, increase marketing, host fundraising events, and submit and manage grants. Yet these same foundations require hoop after hoop for nonprofits to jump through during the grant management process. Site visits happen.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

This article provides a detailed exploration of the world of grants for churches non profit organizations, highlighting the types of grants available, strategies for identifying and applying for funding, best practices for grant writing , and the challenges associated with grant compliance and reporting.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 5, 2022

Check out the latest episode of Fundraising HayDay. Kimberly and I interviewed Dana Schuler Drummond, grant professional extraordinaire, who is also a college adjunct professor and creator of grant management software: Career Paths for Grant and Fundraising Professionals (podbean.com). The sky is the limit!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Whether you’re a grant writer, fundraiser, development director, or consultant who works with them, you can play an essential role in helping prepare a nonprofit to accept unexpected, larger donations and build sustainability for the communities served. Bequests can take many different forms.

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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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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

If you listen to the Fundraising HayDay podcast or know me some other way, you will quickly learn that I am an EXTRA extrovert. That leads to decreased burnout, higher success, and happier/healthier grant pros. You can learn more about this vital topic here: How to Create a Healthy Nonprofit Culture | Fundraising HayDay (podbean.com).

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As we approach 2025, the landscape of grant writing for nonprofits is evolving rapidly. Staying ahead of trends and preparing effectively can make the difference between a successful grant application and a missed opportunity. Develop a Comprehensive Grant Writing Strategy 2.1 Click here to learn more.

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Just Write Grants

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

You dream of a system to tame the grant management chaos and free up time for your actual mission. If you're a passionate nonprofit hero drowning in a sea of grant paperwork, this guide is for you! Sustainability & Growth: Effective grant management fosters strong relationships with funders.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

That’s why thinking about the key types of tools to help you with your grant management work is so important. While each organziation has unique goals and needs, there are four broad TYPES of tools for you to consider putting in your grant related toolbox. Grant Management Software. Grant Management Software.

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Just Write Grants

MARCH 13, 2024

Grant writing can be a battle against the clock and self-doubt. So, put an end to all-nighters and lukewarm coffee — let's dive into some of my favorite grant-writing tools! Streamlining the Process Tired of juggling grant research, deadlines, and scattered proposal drafts? The struggle is real, my friends.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

And if you want more details on evaluations, check out the latest Fundraising HayDay podcast: How To: Evaluation | Fundraising HayDay (podbean.com). DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services, LLC is so excited to be season 6 sponsors for Fundraising HayDay , a podcast about grants and such.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Fundraising & Grants Is it a pleasure to support your nonprofit or a hassle? Finding money and resources for your nonprofit is an art and successful fundraising takes good communication, strong relationships, and understanding who (and how) to ask. Your nonprofit got a grant now what?

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Tech Soup

JULY 1, 2015

In fact, 46 percent report that grants make up more than a quarter of their funding. Given how critical grants are for many nonprofits, having good systems in place to manage the grant-writing process from beginning to end is incredibly important. Funder Management. Deadlines and Reminders.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 24, 2022

Anytime I lead a grant writing workshop, I always ask the attendees to share their grant experience – whether they’ve been a grant professional for years and are looking for a refresher or if they’ve been voluntold that grants are now under their preview. But that dream world of mine does not exist.

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Think and Ink Grants

MAY 19, 2022

Clean Your Room Reporting, lack of reporting, or mismanaging a grant is one of the fastest ways to lose funding. This is why my firm, Think and Ink Grant Consulting ® is one of the few firms to offer grant management as a service. Eat Your Vegetables Invest in what’s good for you and your organization.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Let’s face it: consistent funding is the lifeblood of nonprofit work – without it, we cannot create the impact we want in our communities; and from individual giving to foundation grants and everything in between, there are so many different ways to go about fundraising.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 30, 2024

Solution: Focus on grassroots fundraising and community engagement to build your donor base. Limited Experience with Grant Writing Challenge: New nonprofits may lack experience in crafting successful grant proposals. Solution: Invest in training or consult with experienced grant writers to improve your skills.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

I do not claim to have all the answers, but after two decades of grant writing, I know a thing or two about how funders operate. And like most grant professionals, I have thoughts and feelings on how this world of philanthropy can improve. Federal grants often require hours and hours of work to assemble a proposal.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

We will cover each phase in the grant writing and submission process: 1. Develop the Grant Project 4. Research Funders and Find Appropriate Grants 5. Write the Grant Proposal 6. Focus on Organization Priorities 3. Implement, Evaluate, and Continue the Process.

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California Grants Portal

MAY 4, 2022

California Libraries Learn (CALL) , a collaborative project of the California Library Association and the California State Library , provides continuing education and professional development for California library staff, including support with grant writing or other library topics.

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Tech Soup

MAY 11, 2010

For more on writing successful grant proposals, check out the following resources. An Introduction to Grant Reports (Learning Center). Writing a Winning Grant Proposal (Learning Center). Grant-Writing and Evaluation Resources (TechSoup Blog).

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Assess your current readiness for this specific grant and communicate any systems you have in place for tracking outcomes, managing funds, and reporting. Highlight existing processes, like grant management software, staff expertise, or internal evaluation frameworks.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 3, 2024

Alex, the founder of Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates, has been working in the nonprofit and grant space for more than a decade. In her work, she has fulfilled many different fundraising roles and has served as a grant reviewer to determine who received grant funding.

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Assel Grant Services

JULY 14, 2024

Grant Management Considerations Understanding and following tracking procedures for outcomes, time and effort, and procurement are key to maintaining ethical practices when preparing an application and managing grant funds. Why is this addressed so thoroughly?

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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? No company name or what they meant by fundraiser. Full speed, nonstop, 30+ fundraising events a year.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 15, 2024

Utilize grant-matching tools : Some databases offer tools that match your organization's profile with potential funding sources. Network Like a Pro: Identify key contacts: Research program officers, grant managers, and decision-makers at your target foundations.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 17, 2023

But to make these dreams a reality, one pivotal question often arises: "Is it worth hiring a grant writer?". Deciphering the Grant Writing Terrain Grant writing is more than just filling forms and ticking boxes; it's a complex and competitive landscape that requires a certain level of expertise to navigate successfully.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Understanding Rejection in Grant Writing If you take what we know (only 19% of overall charitable giving comes from foundations; only 1 in 10 applications are approved on average), it is understandable that grant professionals often experience rejection.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 28, 2024

When I joined the Arizona Founding Chapter of GPA nearly 15 years ago, I was a young, eager, and highly motivated grant writer with only a couple years of experience. I admired and looked up to fellow chapter members who were grant writing veterans, many of whom had their GPC. There, I found my people.

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The Fundraising Coach

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Learning grant writing is a rite of passage for many nonprofit professionals. Many of us first dive into grant writing with minimal (or even no) prior experience. Writing a grant proposal might seem like a big, scary task. Step 1: Understand the Grant Landscape and Process. Best of luck!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2014

It is also a good resource on best practices for writing grant proposals. There are lots of library-specific resources on fundraising. The institute studies high rural poverty and has statistics on it that are useful for grant writing. Of course, GrantStation itself is a grantmaking online research tool.

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Fundly

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

10+ Top Fundraising Consulting Firms: Find the Best Partner! Nonprofit consultants assist organizations in various areas, from human resources to digital strategy development to financial management and more. But one of the most common types of consulting nonprofits seek is fundraising consulting.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 10, 2023

You’ve seen our team share information from MyFedTrainer.com, podcasts on the topic from Fundraising HayDay, and our own team talk about and present on “How to Make Reporting to Your Funder a Snap,” so we’re excited to bring you this guest post today with some tactical tips to help with your upcoming grant report.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 21, 2014

If you use employee time to divide your functional expenses, ClickTime will simplify the process and provide a rock-solid methodology for allocating your fixed costs, including overhead, fundraising, and program labor costs - making future planning and grant writing easier than ever. Conclusion. Image 1: Foundation Center.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

So, are you ready to up your fundraising and development goals for 2024 by securing grant funding? Organizational development plays a crucial role in the process of becoming grant-ready by providing the foundation and framework necessary to effectively pursue and manage grant funding.

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Assel Grant Services

APRIL 29, 2024

Below is an overview of professional credentials related to the grants profession and the requirements for obtaining them. Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) There are just over 300 CGMS professionals at the end of 2023; only five have also received their GPC, including two AGS staff.

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Peak Proposals

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

But what if your organization has successfully relied on donations and fundraisers for many years? Should you attempt to diversify by pursuing grant funding? And if your organization relies on grant funding, should you pursue individual or corporate donors? Grant writing.

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