GrantNews

MAY 9, 2024

You know, you might do well to consider grant writing. And grant writing? You can write applications for grants and get paid for your work, all from the comfort of your own home. So, can grant writing be the perfect side hustle? It’s the perfect side hustle. is $35 an hour.

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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 27, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one such tool that’s making waves in grant writing. From drafting proposals to analyzing grant opportunities, AI promises to streamline the grant application process. In this blog post, we’ll explore both the positives and negatives of using AI for nonprofit grant writing.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Technology and Software: Budget around $1,000 annually for basic tools (email, accounting software, website hosting). Grant Writing and Fundraising Consulting: Professional services can cost $2,000 to $10,000 annually, depending on the scope of work.

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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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Instrumentl

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Discover the best grant writing software and learn how to choose the right one for you as a nonprofit representative or consultant (or both!).

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Instrumentl

AUGUST 17, 2023

Discover the best grant writing software and learn how to choose the right one for you as a nonprofit representative or consultant (or both!).

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

All you need is an internet connection, a computer, a comfortable workstation, and of course some grant-writing skills! Once these essentials are in place, you can easily access all the tools and methods necessary to effectively work from home as a grant writer. Grammar-checking software is a good way to enhance your editing.

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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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Grant Writing Made Easy

OCTOBER 30, 2022

This is my favorite holiday, and in honor, I’m sharing 10 grant writing tips to help you make sure your grants aren’t the scariest thing this spooky season. #1: 1: Keep a grant prospect sheet & update it regularly. One of the best things you can do is to make time regularly to search for grant opportunities.

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Grants4Good

JUNE 17, 2023

Philip: Grantable is a world-class grant writing assistant for any organization, powered by generative AI language models. It has the ability to help take existing written content and quickly draft responses to grant proposal prompts, and to rework responses to adjust things like length and tone.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 9, 2022

They are catchy, plus I find myself constantly looking for that next tip, tool, or hack to make me a faster, better, more productive grant professional. But when I stop and think about it, do I really need five project management platforms, 86 ways to communicate with my clients, and 22 software programs to check my spelling and grammar?

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Small-dollar items, such as office supplies, equipment, printing, or software subscriptions, can add up surprisingly fast. For nonprofits, this means prioritizing activities like prospect research, donor appeals, meetings with major donors, and grant writing. Invest Strategically Every budget has two sides: revenue and expenses.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 14, 2022

And many of us have great ideas on how to make the grant world a better place. We dream of a promotion at work, a seat at our organization’s leadership table, our own consulting business, open communication with funders, software that makes our lives easier, training that helps the newest batch of grant professionals, and so much more.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

Earn a stamp of approval on your grant application. If your grant proposal was rejected, don’t be discouraged! Grant writing involves a huge learning curve. Writing Needs Improvement: If writing is not your thing, you might consider using a software program. The good news?

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

JULY 19, 2023

Amazingly, we find that an epiphany can occur at any stage of the grant writing project. Accordingly, we are now seeing traditional grant writers who are drawing attention to themselves by advertising how they make use of software development systems like Scrum or Agile. All of this is taking the right approach.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Ultimately, there are too many components to the grant management process for a nonprofit’s team to handle multiple applications without the proper tools. These software tools allow teams to communicate effectively, stay organized, and ensure each grant application stays on track and is submitted before its deadline. .

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 13, 2024

Finding the Perfect Software for Your Nonprofit Ah, grant management! In the vibrant nonprofit world, where grant processes seem to twist and turn like a labyrinth, having the right grant management software isn’t just helpful—it’s a game changer. Why Bother with Grant Management Software?

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 1, 2024

Collaborative Tools: Use collaborative tools like Google Docs or project management software to share drafts and gather feedback in real-time. Project Management Software: Utilize project management software like Asana, Trello, or Monday.com to track the progress of each grant application and ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

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Lightning Fast Grant Writing

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

I should know, I have been doing it, off and on, nearly my whole life, as a college student, a graduate student, a young professor, a business owner, and later as a grant writing consultant. Definitely get an ergonomic keyboard and use voice recognition software. Also, make sure your keyboard is at the right height.

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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. That's where online grants management software comes in.

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Grant Writer Team

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Your Grant-Writing Toolkit A successful grant writer is only as good as the time and effort they put into the work. A grant-writing toolkit is a must have. Tools like word processing software and grammar checkers have both paid-for and free options and are essential to anyone who must spend hours writing.

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Expected Nonprofit Trends for 2025 Donor-Centric Management Grants Donor-centric management may increase donations by 20-30%. Because of this, you will see an increase in In-Kind Grant Support from funders who donate software, development services, training, and more to help nonprofits.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

A “Throwback Tuesday” post to one of my most popular grant writing guides. It's my complete A-Z guide to grant writing 101. Grant writing is half art, half science. First and foremost, work on your writing skills. Otherwise, I have a Master Grants Planner that you can use for free.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

All you need is an internet connection, a computer, a comfortable workstation, and of course some grant-writing skills! Once those basic needs are met, you are ready to work from home as a grant writer. GrantWatch supports grant writers everywhere, established and new. Welcome to the club; now, get writing!

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

For an in-depth exploration of each step and additional resources, join our Grant Writing Made Easier community. As practicing grant writing consultants ourselves, we know that the biggest hurdle to submitting grant applications is often crafting a comprehensive program budget. Why Join Grant Writing Made Easier?

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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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Just Write Grants

AUGUST 30, 2024

Limited Experience with Grant Writing Challenge: New nonprofits may lack experience in crafting successful grant proposals. Writing a compelling grant proposal requires skill and knowledge of what funders are looking for. Many resources are available, including online courses and workshops on grant writing.

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Grant Professionals Association

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

A year later we received the first million dollar grant award in the district’s history and I realized that my degrees in English and Education had accidentally perfectly prepared me for this job. A little over 20 years later I was asked to teach an undergraduate grant writing class at my alma mater.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JULY 26, 2024

With the help of integrations, your CRM can pull data from other software platforms like your volunteer management and accounting platforms to provide more comprehensive reports. Collaborate with your team to develop best practices for your unique grant application and tracking efforts.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

You have to determine whether the work you do benefits the mission of the private foundation and then convince them of that in your grant application. To find grants from private foundations, grant search software like GrantStation or GrantWatch can help you find relevant grant funders for your homeless shelter.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 2, 2024

No “filters” or keyword searches; no wading through multi-tab spreadsheets; no advanced software to download reports… What you DO get: An easy-to-read narrative profile (for the geographic zone you indicated) informed by about 18 key demographic indicators. You might be tempted to paste the narrative part into your grant proposal as is!)

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 9, 2024

Grant Writing Tapping into Institutional Support Grant writing is a valuable avenue for accessing funds from foundations, government agencies, and corporations. Each grant presents a unique opportunity, allowing nonprofits to fund specific projects or initiatives.

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Grant Training Center

APRIL 15, 2024

Grant writers must develop strategies for effectively measuring and communicating the outcomes and institutionalization of their initiatives to secure funding and ensure long-term viability for their organizations. So, what must grant writers and organizations do in the face of these obstacles?

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Grants4Good

JUNE 24, 2024

Watch here for an exclusive online event at Grants4Good, where Charles Lewis and Margit Brazda Poirier, delve into the transformative power of Bloomerang‘s software for nonprofit organizations. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your organization’s approach to donor management and grant acquisition.

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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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Tech Soup

MAY 11, 2010

An Introduction to Grant Reports (Learning Center). Writing a Winning Grant Proposal (Learning Center). Grant-Writing and Evaluation Resources (TechSoup Blog). Tags: Donors Finances Fundraising Grant-Management Databases Online Grantseeking Running Your Organization Software.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 21, 2014

ClickTime’s timesheet software allows employees to track the amount of time they spend on projects, grants, or tasks. Here are three ways your nonprofit can succeed in 2014 with ClickTime’s timesheet software: 1. How can your organization demonstrate the requisite effectiveness – and thrive as a result?

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