Grant Readiness and Strategic Plan - Grants & Fundraising Brief

Organizational Development in Becoming Grant-Ready

Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

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. It provides the essential infrastructure, capabilities, and processes needed to become [and stay] grant-ready.

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Building a Grant-Ready Organization

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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How to Work Best with Your Grant Consultant

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 23, 2023

So, what should you expect when you hire a grant consultant? Certainly, your mileage will vary depending on your organization’s grant readiness and fundraising goals, as well as the methodology your consultant employs to kick off the work. Second, everyone thinks their organization is grant ready.

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Did You Know: How to Find the Right Grant Opportunities for Your Organization by Roxanne Jensen, Ed.S., GPC

Assel Grant Services

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Funders generally have clear guidelines about what they will and will not fund, so identifying your organization’s needs ahead of time will allow you to prioritize your search to those grant opportunities that will have the most impact on your organization’s strategic plan.

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Getting Curious About Ethics By: Kellie Brungard, GPC

Assel Grant Services

JULY 14, 2024

If the program aligns with the organization’s strategic plan and needs pilot funding or was designed in response to community needs within the scope of the organization, ethics aren’t an issue. Another grant readiness factor is whether the organization’s financial management practices are able to track and report on the use of funds.

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Grant Ethics: Organizational Capacity and Readiness Grant Ethics

Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Grant Ethics: Organizational Capacity and Readiness Grant Ethics Session 3 of the Grant Ethics Series Issues of ethics abound when grant professionals examine their organization’s readiness to apply for grants.

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Rethinking Time Management: Beyond the Clock to True Resource Mastery #3

Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

We’ve all heard it a million times: “There aren’t enough hours in the day.” ” Time management has long been heralded as the solution to our increasingly busy lives. But what if the real challenge isn’t managing our minutes and hours?

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The Future of Our Signature Course: Grant Writing Made Easy and Exciting New Developments

Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The Future Regarding the future of our signature course, Grant Writing Made Easy, we’ve carefully considered it over the past year. During this time, I also needed the opportunity to explore and contemplate the next phase of grant writing. Initially, I announced its closure on Dec.

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Adapting to the AI Revolution: Future-Proofing Your Skills in Grant Writing

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 21, 2023

With AI’s rapid advancement, the landscape of traditional roles is changing, not least in technical and grant writing. Here’s how you can ready yourself for the coming changes and ensure your skills remain relevant. The unstoppable march of technology continues to forge new pathways, creating a dynamic shift in the job market.

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How I would get started if I were opening my grant writing business tomorrow

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 7, 2023

As a seasoned grant writing consultant, I’ve been privileged to learn the ropes of this unique, highly-demanding, and satisfying profession over the years. Today, let’s tackle a subject that I frequently encounter: How to get started with your very own grant writing business?

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My secret recipe for writing grants only using free AI: FREE TRAINING

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 17, 2023

Have you ever felt like you’re navigating a complicated maze when it comes to grant writing? You’re not alone. The process can often involve hours of understanding the application requirements, brainstorming, drafting, and then revising—only to face potential rejection at the end.

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Harness the Power of AI for Grant Writing: Join the 7-Day Challenge

Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 5, 2023

Ever felt bogged down by the tedious task of writing grant proposals? AI + Grant Writing = A Match Made in Heaven Artificial Intelligence (AI) is like your secret weapon for grant writing. You’re not alone. But what if I told you there’s an easier, faster, and even fun way to do it?

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Harnessing the Power of WebChatGPT for Research Integration

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 7, 2023

The world of grant writing has evolved with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years. AI-based language models such as ChatGPT have been assisting grant writers with their tasks, making the process more efficient and effective.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Work with Grant Writing Clients

Grant Writing Made Easy

APRIL 16, 2023

As grant writers, we know that delivering successful grant proposals for our clients is crucial to their success. That’s why implementing effective strategies can help you improve your work with grant writing clients and ensure that you deliver the best possible results.

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A guide to nonprofit end-of-year success

Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Today is Giving Tuesday, one of the most important days of the year for the nonprofit sector. It’s also a reminder of how little time is left in the year. I know the nonprofit end-of-year responsibilities can be a lot to juggle, so this post is penned in appreciation of all you do and with the hopes of helping you keep your head above water.

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The elements of a strong nonprofit program design

Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 9, 2022

If you’ve been in the nonprofit field for a while, then you’ve probably heard people say that you shouldn’t design a program in response to a grant opportunity. If you’ve followed me for a minute, then you’ve probably even heard me say something like this.

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The #1 thing you need to do to write successful grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 30, 2022

I want to help you write successful grants because I know the work you do matters. And I know that a lot of the grant writing advice out there isn’t going to get you the results you want. Because it’s piecemeal. It elevates one or two actions as quick fixes.

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Rethinking Time Management: Beyond the Clock to True Resource Mastery #1

Grant Writing Made Easy

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

We’ve all heard it a million times: “There aren’t enough hours in the day.” ” Time management has long been heralded as the solution to our increasingly busy lives. But what if the real challenge isn’t managing our minutes and hours?

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Grants & Fundraising Brief

Organizational Development in Becoming Grant-Ready

Building a Grant-Ready Organization

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How to Work Best with Your Grant Consultant

Did You Know: How to Find the Right Grant Opportunities for Your Organization by Roxanne Jensen, Ed.S., GPC

Getting Curious About Ethics By: Kellie Brungard, GPC

Grant Ethics: Organizational Capacity and Readiness Grant Ethics

Rethinking Time Management: Beyond the Clock to True Resource Mastery #3

The Future of Our Signature Course: Grant Writing Made Easy and Exciting New Developments

Adapting to the AI Revolution: Future-Proofing Your Skills in Grant Writing

How I would get started if I were opening my grant writing business tomorrow

My secret recipe for writing grants only using free AI: FREE TRAINING

Harness the Power of AI for Grant Writing: Join the 7-Day Challenge

Harnessing the Power of WebChatGPT for Research Integration

5 Ways to Improve Your Work with Grant Writing Clients

A guide to nonprofit end-of-year success

The elements of a strong nonprofit program design

The #1 thing you need to do to write successful grants

Rethinking Time Management: Beyond the Clock to True Resource Mastery #1

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