Grants 101 and Nonprofit - Grants & Fundraising Brief

Foundation Grants 101: What is a Grantee?

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Foundational to navigating the world of philanthropy, understanding key terms and roles is critical for foundations and nonprofits alike. Among those very foundational terms in the grant process is "grantee."

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Top three tips for writing grant proposals

Candid

MARCH 1, 2022

For more grant-related guidance, check out Government Grants 101: Readiness, Research, and Writing the Proposal , an eLearning course I created with Candid. So, what’s the best way to stay organized while keeping your content fresh? In the video below, you’ll find three top tips to do just that.

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Small Nonprofit Building Blocks Series: Community Relations by Megan Campbell, MPA, GPC

Assel Grant Services

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Defining Small Nonprofits: Whether a nonprofit or not-for-profit , a charitable organization’s “size” is not determined by its facility, number of staff, or services to the public but by the size of its operating budget. nonprofit sector as a whole. Follow along with the small nonprofit blog series by subscribing for updates.

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Research Tips: How to Find New Private Funds By Ashley Dooley, GPC

Assel Grant Services

JUNE 30, 2024

A foundation with $2 million in assets is obligated to distribute $100,000 to nonprofit organizations or other foundations that year. The Internal Revenue Service requires these grants and contributions be made public on each private foundation’s Form 990 – an annual tax statement for tax-exempt organizations.

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One Thing Every Nonprofit Must Do to Win Grants in 2022

Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Grants are time-consuming, very competitive, and after all the time, money, and energy spent writing grants, there is no guarantee that your nonprofit will be awarded. The one thing every nonprofit must do cannot be outsourced - the funder wants to hear directly from you. Tell me something new."

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Grant Search Tools and Writing Resources

California Grants Portal

MAY 4, 2022

A number of visitors to the Grants Portal ask for assistance finding grants that meets their needs, applying for grants, or guidance on writing a winning proposal. Candid provides information, resources, training, and data to help nonprofits find funding and learn grant writing.

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Two Ways to Immediately Improve Your Nonprofits' Grant Writing

Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 9, 2024

As grant professionals, we have dedicated our careers to mastering how to write grants and completing competitive proposals. Nonprofit leaders and Boards of Directors often have limited time and many tasks to complete. They may find it overwhelming to learn and use the same grant writing approach as professional grant writers.

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Two Ways to Immediately Improve Your Nonprofits' Grant Writing

Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 9, 2024

As grant professionals, we have dedicated our careers to mastering how to write grants and completing competitive proposals. Nonprofit leaders and Boards of Directors often have limited time and many tasks to complete. They may find it overwhelming to learn and use the same grant writing approach as professional grant writers.

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Mastering the Art of Building Effective Relationships with Funders

Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In the world of nonprofit organizations, establishing meaningful connections with funders is paramount to success. Cultivating Trust: A Two-Way Street trust is the bedrock of any relationship, and the dynamics between nonprofits and funders are no exception.

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Why January Will Make or Break Your Grant Funding Goals

Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 19, 2022

For some nonprofit leaders, it's also a time to start thinking about a new program year, new budget, and new goals and objectives. How does this apply to nonprofits? Every nonprofit has its own cyclical flow. The same applies to seeking grant funding. The reality is, every nonprofit is different. Happy New Year!

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How to Flip a Decline Into a Potential Grant Win?

Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 14, 2022

For most nonprofits looking for grants, this is not great news. Many nonprofit leaders may feel discouraged but fear not. We all hate the dreaded canned email: “ We received a record number of applications …” blah, blah, blah “so many worthy programs, but limited funding …” yada, yada, yada ".

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8 Things to Know About Fiscal Sponsorships

Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 3, 2021

If you are a nonprofit leader or serve on a Board of Directors and are thinking about engaging a fiscal sponsor, you need to know the ins and outs of how to do it. This means if you are applying for a grant, fiscal sponsors are generally the lead applicant and are ultimately responsible for the grant. #2.

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Six Lessons Your Mother Taught You That Also Apply to Grant Writing

Think and Ink Grants

MAY 19, 2022

Always make sure your reporting is submitted correctly and on time, and that you are managing the funding exactly as outlined in the grant agreement. If things change and you need to deviate from the grant agreement, always contact the funder and get permission in writing. Make Your Bed Mom always said to make your bed in the morning.

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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Grant

Think and Ink Grants

APRIL 27, 2021

You can also have a grant writer complete a Mock Review and Edit service for you to review content, correct grammar, and provide suggestions to make your application more competitive (We do this for our clients all the time- learn more here). Going after the wrong grant Every grant is not suitable for every nonprofit.

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