Cain Nonprofit Solutions

MARCH 4, 2021

They have several grant opportunities each year and most arts nonprofits usually want a piece of that pie. Of course, whether or not you actually get a piece depends on several factors and to give you a better understanding of those and a better shot at an eventual award, I want to break down how to get started with NEA grants today.

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Tech Soup

JULY 22, 2022

For most nonprofits, the grant writing season never actually ends. As you complete one grant proposal, you may have to write another. In truth, the grant writing season is more of a cycle than anything else.

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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. Mayer Consulting.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

What makes one nonprofit grant ready? Learn what are the signs to watch out for when it comes to your readiness, go through a grant readiness checklist before you submit your application, and more.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 13, 2023

Is your organization grant-ready? When you’re an early-career grant writer or are building a grants program for the first time, this can be a daunting question; I know that it was for me. When it comes down to it, grant readiness comes from preparation in three main areas: Resources, Collaboration, and Alignment.

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CauseVox

MARCH 16, 2023

Is your nonprofit new to grants? Before investing time and resources into writing grant proposals, you must make sure your organization is actually well-positioned for grants. Join Lynn Arsenault of LMA Grant Consulting to learn how to assess whether or not your organization is ready to dive into the world of grants.

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

When applying for grants, demonstrating a clear, measurable impact and a strong Return on Investment (ROI) can make all the difference. While nonprofits often wait to assess impact after funding is secured, evaluating impact potential before submitting a grant proposal can significantly strengthen your application.

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Candid

AUGUST 15, 2024

The number one request Candid gets from nonprofits is for support with fundraising, whether they’re looking for training, resources, or general help navigating the complexities of keeping their nonprofit in good financial shape. Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. What can fundraisers do?

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Red Tape Busters

JANUARY 26, 2024

Are you ready to take your organisation’s funding potential to the next level? Whether you’re a nonprofit, a small business, or an individual with a brilliant idea, securing grants can be a game-changer. It involves several key elements that can significantly impact the success of your grant applications.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 2, 2025

If you havent already, now is the time to evaluate your organizations grant readiness from pre- to post-award, ensuring alignment with funders, competitive proposals, and strong fund stewardship. Understanding how your organization makes grant submission decisions is critical. Do We Have Shovel-Ready Projects?

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Ensure your nonprofit is grant-ready by checking off essential organizational, programmatic, and financial criteria. Explore our detailed checklist and download the PDF infographic to assess your organization's readiness for grant applications.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2025

As federal funding cuts, freezes, and executive actions create uncertainty across the sector, many nonprofits are struggling to find the resources they need to serve their communities. nonprofits report receiving government grants. You shouldnt be creating a new program just to secure a grant. Roughly 30% of U.S.

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Assel Grant Services

MARCH 10, 2024

The six-session course focuses on key elements that will prepare a new or small organization for grant readiness. Sessions are tailored to help participants build their knowledge and skills to create pathways to success for grant-seeking. Follow along with the small nonprofit blog series by subscribing for updates.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2024

Nonprofits are no exception. Expect to see nonprofits and businesses adopt modern business trends to manage their organizations due to the increase in organizations utilizing cutting-edge tools like GrantWatch , AI, and social media. For example, many nonprofits are providing transparent data showing real numbers.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2024

Nonprofits are no exception. Expect to see nonprofits and businesses adopt modern business trends to manage their organizations due to the increase in organizations utilizing cutting-edge tools like GrantWatch , AI, and social media. For example, many nonprofits are providing transparent data showing real numbers.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Offer to write letters of support for proposals and be flexible when needed to sign grant documentation (e.g., certifications, grant agreements). Understand the issues that could impact their nonprofit agencys finances (e.g., Identify methods for assisting organizations to implement practices that advance grant readiness 2.06.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and nonprofit fundraising. Is your nonprofit organization grant-ready?

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GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2024

FIRST, Are You Indeed Grant-Ready? The first step is to discover whether you’re applying as a nonprofit, a business, or as an individual. Assess your grant readiness Assessment take a moment to discover what type of grants you are eligible for.

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 8, 2025

From sample needs statements, budget narratives, and letters of commitment, the resources provided gave me clarity and the strength to navigate the federal grants process. The training also included interactive features, like a discussion board at Grant School and a Q&A session during every live meeting.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

While there’s no guarantee you’ll win a grant, if you follow the steps below, you will learn what it takes to successfully apply for one in the hope of securing funding for your cause. Ensure Eligibility – Are You Grant-Ready? First off, there is absolutely no need to apply for a grant you are not eligible for.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Just in time for February, you can gift this book to a teacher, grant writer, executive director, or manager of a nonprofit. A Little Bit of Heart and Soul In addition to my own personal narrative, I have compiled an extensive list of answers to common grant-related questions.

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 25, 2024

Many nonprofits partner up to step into success. After all, it’s why nonprofits exist, right? Starting a nonprofit signifies a decision to no longer sit idly by as problems persist. The nonprofits who set the pace are those who choose the right grant-writing partner. million nonprofits registered in the U.S.,

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Tech Soup

JULY 9, 2015

This month we added webinars from the Nonprofit Marketing Guide to the list. Webinars and Other Online Events on Nonprofit Technology. Writing Successful Direct Mail Appeal Letters In-House, Part 1 with Tom Ahern Nonprofit Marketing Guide / Webinar / Fee: $99, free w/ All-Access-Pass. July 9 — 2 p.m. July 14 — 1 p.m.

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Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Several years ago, I worked with a nonprofit client who had received funding from a particular foundation many times in the past. Some funders send invitations to nonprofit organizations with whom they have a personal working relationship. Assess organizational readiness to seek grants, including alignment with funder priorities.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

If you’re starting a new nonprofit, you already know that you need to raise money. No two nonprofits are exactly alike. The Challenge of Fundraising Planning for New Nonprofits Established nonprofits have an advantage in planning for fundraising — they can build their fundraising plan based on their numbers from prior years.

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GrantNews

MARCH 19, 2024

National Grant Partnerships: Pathways Tech Skills Partner Program – Grants to nonprofits for technology career pathway programs for underserved youth. How to Find a Grant The Grant Search tool provides easy-to-use filters. Complete a Grant Readiness Assessment to see if you are ready for grants.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” It’s a burning question so many nonprofits have, and to be honest, I can’t say that I blame them! Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Think about it: what could your nonprofit do right now with a $5,000 check?? (I A Grant is What We Need (or is it?)

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Your nonprofit can maximize donations by integrating donor-centric practices. While the return on investment for a nonprofit is measured in impact and not profit, funding for operation is still essential. After all, successful nonprofits implement donor-centric policies into their core structure to effectively maximize donations.

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Assel Grant Services

APRIL 7, 2024

Even if you are not a member of the Grant Professionals Association or another grant-related membership organization, the GPA Standards of Professional Practice provide excellent guidance for nonprofit professionals throughout the grant cycle including solicitation, record keeping, and use of funds.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

According to Pamela Jacques, MS, CPW, CHES, manager of Grants Administration at Kettering Health in Kettering, Ohio, here are eight things you need to know to get started. To get started: Before applying for grants, assess your organization’s level of grant readiness.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This article explores 5 common grant readiness mistakes nonprofits make, 5 common oversights of grant prospect research, and 5 common workflow mistakes when prospect researching.

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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

This article explores 5 common grant readiness mistakes nonprofits make, 5 common oversights of grant prospect research, and 5 common workflow mistakes when prospect researching.

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Sharpshooter Communications

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Are you grant ready? As a 35+ year veteran of nonprofits, including the last 17 years as a full time grant consultant, I have celebrated many successes and cried over some spectacular failures. After a few years of working with various nonprofits, I started to notice patterns. or other weaknesses.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Most people fall into grant writing almost by chance. Perhaps you were coordinating a community program or project for a nonprofit or local government and needed a way to sustain those important efforts. It makes sense, given the most common way to describe the process is “grant writing” – which only tells part of the story.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

One of the questions I get the most from y’all is whether I know of any nonprofit start-up grants. The need for nonprofit start-up funding is huge, and today’s post is your guide to finding it. But on the other hand, I know that starting any type of business–for-profit or nonprofit–comes with its challenges.

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As you decide if your organization needs the infrastructure to manage federal grants, remember, many grants from states and local governments are from federal sources (pass through grants), so you have to manage them as federal dollars. Grant readiness is your organization’s ability to apply for, manage and report on funding.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 24, 2022

And while having an official grant writer on staff is not a prerequisite to receiving grant funds, it is difficult to juggle the rules and regulations, deadlines, and application requirements on top of your typical workday duties when you are fighting fires, shaping young minds, running programs, balancing the budget, or leading your community.

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