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Strategies for Impactful Grantmaking During Funding Uncertainty

Blackbaud

Amid times of significant uncertainty, your grantees need to know that you are informed, listening to their needs, and ready to support your communities. Stay Informed “The less you know about something, the riskier it becomes, Daniel shared. Here are three ways funders can support their grantees now and in the future.

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Why Fund Accounting Software Beats Spreadsheets for Nonprofit Grant Reporting and Compliance

Blackbaud

You will want to think ahead about being able to easily capture grant information, set up tasks and deadlines, and then run accurate reports at any time. What if a donor or stakeholder wants quick information on a grant? Some grants may come with lots of stipulations about what operating costs they will fund—and how much.

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13 Tips for Ensuring Government Grant Compliance for Your Nonprofit Organization

Blackbaud

Tip 4: Calculate your indirect cost or make an intentional decision to use the de minimis rate. Knowing how you want to handle indirect costs before you apply for government grants will speed up the application and reporting processes. Receiving the Grant Award Congratulations on winning the grant!

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7 Ways Your Nonprofit Can Build a Strong Financial Foundation in 2024

Blackbaud

Knowing that information will help you identify the amount you need to keep in reserve. Tip 2: Gather information on your revenue diversity (do you have different types of income, or does it all mainly come from fundraising, for example), restricted vs. unrestricted balances, profit margin, and months of cash on hand.

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Crafting Opportunities: Exploring the Grant Writing Process

Allied Grant Writers

Network with other organizations and professionals in the field to access insider information about upcoming grants. Budget A detailed account of the financial resources needed, including direct and indirect costs. Sustainability Plan Information on how the project will continue after grant funding ends.

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More Than Fiduciary Oversight – How Board Members Can Support the Grant Writing Team by Megan Campbell, MPA, GPC

Assel Grant Services

Here are some ways board members can contribute to the grant process: Be knowledgeable about the organizations programs so they can share agency information. indirect costs, matching funds, supplanting). Identify methods for assisting organizations to implement practices that advance grant readiness 2.06.

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How to write a winning grant proposal

Candid

Information about your organization and its experience addressing your proposal’s key need or problem. Organizational information In your grant proposal, you should provide more information about your organization. If you are wondering how to get started, consider showcasing the information in your Candid nonprofit profile.

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