Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Establish Multiple Grant Pathways When you identify a different need that still fits within your mission, a new grant pathway allows you to stay flexible while also maintaining your core funding program. Identify Other Low-Cost Resources Providing relief isnt always about giving a cash grant.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MARCH 17, 2023

It’s time to draft a problem statement, and as grant professionals we know data is a necessary element to prove the need for our community. You can sign up for upcoming webinars, as well as view previous webinars, check out the Data Gems (a series of video how-tos), and watch specific 2020 census courses. We have all been there.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 6, 2025

As Satonya said on the webinar, Think first. If your application completion rate is low, you might jump to creating another webinar and flyer to walk people through the process, when it might be that your application is too long and requires bespoke data. Technological solutions come later. Failures almost always come with knowledge.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Unlocking Funding Opportunities with Grant Writing The Importance of Grant Writing for Non-Profit Organizations Grant writing is a vital skill for non-profit organizations seeking funding. Many non-profit organizations rely on grant money to support their projects, outreach, and overall mission.

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CauseVox

JUNE 8, 2021

As a modern nonprofit, if you are not taking full advantage of Google’s FREE $10,000/mo Google Ad Grant, you are missing out on valuable online growth opportunities. You’ll come away with the key insights you need to make the most of the Google Ad Grant for your nonprofit. Save your seat today for the free webinar.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Look for resources or webinars that lay out future developments and enhancements. This includes a grants manager to handle day-to-day implementation tasks, as well as consistent leadership to support the change. If you don’t have the right people in place, you may consider postponing the move to a new grants management system.

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CauseVox

MAY 23, 2023

Struck by the power of the Google Ad Grant, we wondered why more nonprofits were not utilizing it. We surveyed hundreds of organizations and found that 75% of eligible nonprofits either had not heard of, or were not currently using the Google Grant. Ready to rock the Google Grant game and make it rain free advertising dollars?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Introduction to Grant Budgets Understanding the financial aspects of grant applications, particularly budgeting, is essential for both small businesses and non-profits. Importance of Budgeting for Grant Applications Budgeting serves as the financial blueprint of any grant proposal.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 24, 2025

There is no degree in grant writing. Typically, grant professionals learn on the job through trial and error, plus there are vast numbers of classes, webinars, and articles to read on writing grants. I'm Allison Jones, the CEO and Founder of Spark the Fire Grant Writing Classes. in Adult Education. but do not.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 13, 2025

Your revenue is overly dependent on a handful of major donors or a single government grant. Strong revenue diversity is vital to the sustainability of your organization, and you never know when a major donors gift wont come, or a grant program will shift its focus. You see the writing on the wall.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Take control of your grant process with GrantHub Pro! Get real-time insights, stay compliant, and boost collaboration—so you can focus on what really matters: securing more grants and maximizing your impact. Ready to take your grant management to the next level? Join a demo webinar to learn more.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Using the Google Ad Grant is an effective way to get the word out about your organization and promote your fundraising campaigns. Now is the best time to get your ads up and running in order to maximize your Google Grant for the season! This session will also feature a live Q&A and be recorded for on-demand viewing.

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Utilities Grant Grants Policy 104

AmpliFund

APRIL 30, 2024

In wrapping up our latest webinar series , I shared insights into how a grant management system, specifically, AmpliFund, plays a vital role in supporting compliance. After seeing the positive feedback we received in response to this webinar, it seemed only right that I share some of the highlights I covered.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Demystifying Grant Writing Understanding the Basics of Grant Writing Grant writing involves creating proposals that request funding from governmental bodies, foundations, and other organizations to support various projects or initiatives. Problem Statement A clear explanation of the issue that the project aims to address.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Grant Writing Essentials Understanding the essential aspects of grant writing is critical for success in securing funding. This section explores the purpose of grants, the importance of grant writing for organizations, and the impact that grants can have on students.

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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

APRIL 29, 2021

Whether you’re a newbie to grant writing or you’re a veteran in the nonprofit grant writing arena, no one should ever really be done improving and learning. But part of what I try to do is to pass on the things I’ve already learned to other grant writers – especially those who are newer to the profession.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2025

Funders are really important, Kristina said on the webinar. Review Your Grant Strategy Remember, the role of foundations is to move money, Kristina said. Outside of increasing how much you give, also look for changes you can make to your current grant programs. If the people you trust arent there, it can be really destabilizing.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

One of the things I love about the grant profession so much is the diversity of backgrounds that bring people to the field of writing grants. If you talk to five different grant writers/grant professionals, you will hear five different stories of the paths that brought them to the work they do today.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 19, 2022

Once upon a time in the kingdom of Grantlandia lived a lonely grant scribe who yearned to convince King Thomas the Tightfisted and Queen Attachmentia Excessiva to release their treasure to the people so that all could prosper. Even if you’ve used Census data for years, a one-hour webinar or shorter YouTube video could offer new insights.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

Only to be interrupted by a notification on your phone for a new *free* webinar promising the latest in fundraising innovation (probably something AI-related). As you’re about to get back to work, a board member stops in to tell you about a new grant *opportunity.* Or maybe you’ve finally decided to work on your email welcome series.

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Fundraising HayDay

APRIL 4, 2024

Grant funding is out there. Grant funding is out there. In 2022, foundations gave $105.2 BILLION and corporations $29.5 In Fiscal Year 2023, the federal government awarded $1.7 TRILLION in federal discretionary resources. So how do you wade through all those funding opportunities to find the right fit for your organization?

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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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Readiness Grant Readiness Grant Grants 85

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Grant funding looks beautiful in your income statement, but if you’re not careful, the reporting requirements can be prickly. In our webinar with Rachel Werner and James Spencer from RBW Strategy, they covered steps to help nonprofits that receive—or are looking to start receiving—government grant funding.

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AmpliFund

MARCH 20, 2024

In our recent webinar, I shared tips and best practices on how to report on the performance of your grant programs in a way that drives impact and demonstrates results. Here are three steps I shared for effective grant reporting: 1. Identify your audience How you present data will vary depending on who you’re reporting to.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Check out our webinar, Got That Too-Small Feeling on QuickBooks? You have multiple income streamsdonations, grants, service feesas well as all the ways you use the money. Imagine tracking the revenue and expenses of hundreds of programs funded by scores of grants within a dozen or so cost centers in a system like QuickBooks.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 22, 2022

Grants are the lifeblood of nonprofits, and financial sustainability often relies on securing grant funding. Watch this on-demand webinar to learn what you need to know about accounting for grants, the pre- and post-award stages, where to search for funding, and how to handle audits.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2024

Grant professionals have all heard this question, “We got the grant - now what happens?” This on-demand webinar focuses on “now what”. The post-award process is as critical to the grant lifecycle as the pre-award process.

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Award Grant Grants Management 91

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

If certain institutional knowledge is not properly documented, management may not be aware of user accounts for grant sites, local, state, and federal government reporting portals, bank accounts, or vendor and payroll processing logins.

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Finance Training Nonprofit Electronics 105

Blackbaud

MARCH 17, 2025

Weve created resources to help social impact organizations as they respond, from strategic planning to diversifying revenue streams to engaging new donors.

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AmpliFund

MARCH 13, 2024

In our recent webinar, I detailed ways to improve grant budgeting and ease financial reporting. Key considerations for your budget planning process: Strong financial planning in the early grant stages sets the stage for successful program implementation and reporting. Photo by kanchanachitkhamma from Canva.

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Budget Amplifund Grant Grants 103

Blackbaud

JANUARY 15, 2024

Grant writers are often the unsung heroes of the application process. They parse the grant documentation to understand if their organization is a good fit, they gather information from throughout the organization, and they mold it into an engaging story about the important work the organization is doing.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 9, 2023

Years ago, the Grant Professionals Association started the Conference Navigators Program as part of their annual conference. Honestly, it’s how I always pick what webinars and other professional development activities I attend. Let’s create a list of quality grant training opportunities for this fabulous community of ours.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2024

But on occasion, a person will make a mistake or doesn’t follow the restrictions for the grant. To mitigate risk throughout your grant cycle, you need to know your grantees through relationships and documentation, support their internal controls, and set up a process for whistleblower complaints. How do you track time and effort?

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Grant Grants Policy Policies 111

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Is it just me, or are grant professionals obsessed with numbered lists? I see them everywhere – from blog posts to webinars to podcast episodes. Top 8 ways to ruin a grant proposal. Don’t let grants stress you out, check out the helpful grant writing services our team has to offer here.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 13, 2025

It certainly would be an understatement to say we are experiencing turbulent times as grant professionals. Over the past 2 months, Ive participated in many webinars, hosted by the GPA and others, that have reminded me that upheaval in the grant space is not new, and we have been here before.

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AmpliFund

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Implementing a strong set of internal controls is critical to effectively manage grants. The turnout for our recent webinar, Creating Buy- I n for System-Wide Internal Controls , made it very clear that grant managers know they need internal controls but may not have the support, resources, or know how to put them in place.

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Clairification

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Or maybe read an article or two online or attend a webinar on the subject. I t’s not the same kind of writing as a brochure, annual report or grant proposal. We copy from our predecessors. Sadly, there’s a lot of bad advice out there. The truth is writing a compelling fundraising appeal can be tricky.

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