GrantNews

MARCH 31, 2025

Spring into new beginnings with these 5 grants for small businesses and entrepreneurs ! The sunshine is calling, the flowers are in bloom, and now is the moment to take action and spring forward with your business goals, propelled by grant funding. No matter what your industry , theres a grant out there to help you bloom.

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Grant Writer Team

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This is especially true when it comes to securing funding through grant writing. It is fostered and mentored by a strong leader who knows their craft. They create a positive environment where people feel valued and heard, which is vital for collaborative grant writing efforts. Traits of a Great Nonprofit Leader 1.

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Grant Professionals Association

JUNE 13, 2024

It's what fuels my curiosity, energizes me, and uplifts me during challenging times in the dynamic realm of grant writing. Amidst this whirlwind, one thing remains constant—the grant writing community. Grant writing isn't a solitary endeavor; it's a collaborative journey with fellow professionals.

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 19, 2024

It’s what fuels curiosity, energizes you, and uplifts you during challenging times in the dynamic realm of grant writing. Amidst this whirlwind, one thing remains constant — the grant writing community. Grant writing isn’t a solitary endeavor; it’s a collaborative journey with fellow professionals.

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Grant Writer Team

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Grant writing is a skill that requires careful planning and execution. For new grant writers, the journey often begins with an underestimation of the time and effort needed to craft a compelling proposal. New grant writers often underestimate the time needed to prepare grant proposals.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Artists can use platforms like grant directories or dedicated nonprofit resource sites to access comprehensive lists of available grants. Identifying Eligibility Criteria Every grant has specific eligibility requirements that applicants must meet. Write Clearly : Use clear, professional language to convey ideas effectively.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 5, 2023

AI + Grant Writing = A Match Made in Heaven Artificial Intelligence (AI) is like your secret weapon for grant writing. Quality**: AI has learned from countless successful grant proposals. Learning**: As you use AI, you’ll pick up valuable grant writing skills. You’re not alone.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 24, 2025

The NEA grant application is a multi-step process that usually takes about 26 hours to finish. This fund not only helps disabled creatives transition into writing, directing, or acting careers but also redistributes energy from underpaid consulting roles to personal projects.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn’s Nonprofit Blog was inspired by the many people who have reached out to Carolyn since it was launched in 2011 to ask for advice about becoming a grant writer and nonprofit fundraiser. Many readers asked How do you become a grant writer? I read about various subjects and shared my discoveries in a logical fashion, in writing.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

If there’s one thing we’re most proud of, it’s the way we’re giving Not everyone has the time to write a Blue Avocado article. But more often, our readers have insight they can share in a couple minutes. And that’s where Ask the Blue Avocado Community was born.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 4, 2010

Today’s blog post is provided by my dear friend and grant writer extraordinaire, Charlaine Hood. The biggest tip about writing a grant is to get over your fear: of failure, of not getting it right, of not including enough…what ever your mind is telling you to hold you back from ever trying to write that B-I-G grant.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 25, 2023

I’ll bet right now some of you are getting ready to write an angry response—and I’ll bet some of you are thinking, “Oh, I’m so glad someone finally admitted it!” Has there been a grant or two that we ended up passing on because the group could not agree on splitting the funding? I hate collaboration. There, I said it.

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Allied Grant Writers

JANUARY 25, 2025

Understanding Federal Student Aid for Adults Financial aid and tuition assistance are available to adult learners through federal student aid, scholarships, and grants. This application is crucial as it determines your eligibility for federal and state grants, federal student loans, and work-study opportunities.

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Grants4Good

AUGUST 25, 2023

To make it easy for you, here are 5 prompts that you can use to save time and effort in your organization’s fundraising and grant writing work right now. Ask ChatGPT: “Help me write a compelling needs statement for a grant proposal. Prompt #3: Letters of Inquiry Are you tired of writing letters/emails?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This program offers a range of services, including skills training, peer mentoring, and online resources, providing comprehensive support to caregivers of veterans. Certified Senior Advisors offer specialized expertise in senior care, ensuring that older adults receive high-quality, tailored assistance to improve their well-being.

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Just Write Grants

MARCH 28, 2023

Let's dive into how these magical letters can help you win that grant! It is essential to any grant application to provide third-party validation from individuals or organizations familiar with your work. What is a Letter of Support? A strong letter of support will: Be specific and tailored to the proposed project or program.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 3, 2010

Price, a grant writing expert and co-owner of Educational Resource Consultants, central CA’s premiere grant writing firm. Often, one of the most frustrating parts of applying for a grant is locating a grant suitable for your organization. and the specific grant programs they offer.

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 3, 2024

Here are three practical ways to leverage AI for fundraising and grant writing in 2024: #1 Written communications Are you spending too much time writing letters of inquiry to funders, thank you notes, or email communications with your staff, board or volunteers? Try this prompt in Google Bard: “Which U.S.

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Grants.gov

JULY 14, 2020

Here are some tips from grant-making offices across the government that you can use for developing this strategy. Request that your colleagues or mentors review a first draft of your specific aims early in the process,” advises NIH. Want more tips about the federal grant writing process?

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Allied Grant Writers

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Understanding the Grant Proposal Process Before diving into the writing process, it’s essential to understand the overall grant proposal journey: Research : Identify potential funders and thoroughly review their guidelines. It requires thorough preparation, clear and compelling writing, and meticulous attention to detail.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 30, 2024

Starting a nonprofit is a noble endeavor, but new organizations—especially those less than three years old—often face unique challenges when it comes to securing grant funding. While grants can be a critical source of support, understanding and overcoming these hurdles is essential for new nonprofits aiming to achieve their mission.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Take your time…) When significant grant dollars are at stake—whatever that number may be for your organization—hosting an internal review can be a critical step toward funding success. With each round of feedback, you're honing your grant writing skills, learning what works and what doesn't. Grant writing is not a solo sport.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Skill Development : The grant application process often equips entrepreneurs with valuable skills in writing proposals and managing funds. Resources such as grant writing templates and online grant writing courses can further enhance these skills.

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Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 10, 2024

In your GPA chapter, you will find a community of peers, mentors and friends. While I work for an organization, my coworkers don't have the background to truly help me through some of my grant writing roadblocks. Fellowship and fun. Grantwriting can be isolating work. Still not convinced?

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Grant Professionals Association

JANUARY 11, 2024

I am a grant writer - a consultant”, I replied. “I I am a grant writer - a consultant”, I replied. From that initial recruitment conversation, a beautiful friendship developed with one of the most convincing and welcoming people I had the privilege to know, and who would become one of my mentors. Why are you here? The what?”,

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Grant Professionals Association

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Members shall obtain explicit consent from the grantor before altering the conditions of grant agreements. I am relatively new to grant writing and GPA has been a great resource. I am taking advantage of the various avenues for development including having a mentor, Grant School, and serving on a committee.

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Grant Training Center

AUGUST 10, 2020

Also, grant funding has been dramatically reduced in certain federal funding agencies and in others it has fallen by 20-25 percent, meaning that most academics are spending valuable time writing applications that end up being rejected. In addition, many departments hire support staff to assist faculty in grant seeking and writing.

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Peak Proposals

APRIL 30, 2023

Work on a Project for a Nonprofit or Academic Institution By far, the most common way that people learn how to write grant proposals is by working for a program at a nonprofit or academic institution that is wholly or partially dependent on grant funding for its operations. At nonprofits, most job descriptions reference grants.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Also, getting a grant means a funder values your nonprofit and trusts you’ll put their money to good use. Conducting research to find grants and funding opportunities is definitely the place to start if you want to be successful at getting grants and separating yourself from the strugglers.

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Dr. Richard Huysmans

MARCH 22, 2021

Download as PDF Should I change my PhD topic? I’m sure many of you have asked yourself that question. You might even be saying, “Change it, that implies I know what mine currently is…” Small changes in PhD topic, and direction are inevitable. Particularly, if like me, your topic was broad. Or like the example […]

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Grant Geek

JANUARY 10, 2022

It’s a new year and time to look at how successful your grant proposals were and, more importantly, identify how your organization can improve going forward. You may want to consider finding mentors who would be able to guide and rapidly build the skills and confidence of novice grant writers. Let’s talk.

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Just Write Grants

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Recruitment and Training of New Board Members Nonprofit leaders should involve current board members in the recruitment and mentoring of new ones. They exchange stories and insights, and many share a similar sense of concern about organizational challenges. One leader shares: "Our board seems disconnected from our day-to-day realities.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Things to Consider in Writing Grant Proposals Take note that some foundations require a letter of inquiry or request of an application prior to submission of grant proposals. Always follow the template and note the required format given, if any, before embarking on the writing process. It should no longer be two pages.

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Allied Grant Writers

APRIL 15, 2021

Things to Consider in Writing Grant Proposals Take note that some foundations require a letter of inquiry or request of an application prior to submission of grant proposals. Always follow the template and note the required format given, if any, before embarking on the writing process. It should no longer be two pages.

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Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Is Winning a Grant for a Project Easier (or Less of an Accomplishment) than Receiving a Research Grant? Preliminary Tasks Before You Begin Writing b. How Long Does It Take to Write a Grant Proposal? Taking the Lead in Finding and Applying to Grants a. Finding Grant Opportunities B.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding Grants and Their Importance Grants are financial awards given to support projects, programs, or research that benefit a specific group or cause. Understanding what a grant is and how it works is essential for individuals or organizations seeking financial assistance.

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Candid

DECEMBER 24, 2024

And if the paperwork requirements cant be reduced, can nonprofits use generative AI for grant writing? Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant proposals? 1: More unrestricted funding (55%) With more than half the votes, #1 on the nonprofit wish list was more unrestricted grant dollars.

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