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What to include in your letter of inquiry (LOI)

Professional Grant Writers

A letter of inquiry (LOI) is often the first step to opening a conversation with a grantmaker and — hopefully — receiving funding. The post What to include in your letter of inquiry (LOI) appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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How to Write an LOI (Letter of Interest or Intent) for Grants

GrantNews

Do you know how to write an engaging LOI to make a strong first impression on potential funders? GrantWatch knows that a well-crafted Letter of Intent (LOI) is often your first step to securing vital grant funding. Understanding the nuances of what it takes to write an LOI is key. What Is an LOI or Letter of Intent?

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How to Write an LOI: Letter of Intent, Letter of Interest, Letter of Inquiry

GrantNews

You may be noticing that there are many foundations asking for an LOI before requesting a full grant proposal. A funding source also uses an LOI to determine if applicants align with their vision mission. Additionally, organizations also use the LOI to assess how much staff is needed in order to review the upcoming proposals.

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After 30 Years of Environmental Grant Making, Lois DeBacker Remains Optimistic About the Future

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By Jim Rendon Courtesy of The Kresge Foundation Lois DeBacker was among the early proponents of making grants to environmental-justice groups — first at the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and later at the Kresge Foundation. A pioneer in supporting environmental-justice groups, she will retire from the Kresge Foundation in September.

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HowTo: LOI

Fundraising HayDay

From small family foundations to large corporation foundations, many funders ask potential grantees to submit an LOI. Our cohosts are sharing the ins and outs of all aspects of an LOI in this “how to” episode. From small family foundations to large corporation foundations, many funders ask potential grantees to submit an LOI.

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How to Write a Compelling LOI w/ Arnisha Johnson | Instrumentl

Instrumentl

In this 1-hour special workshop hosted by Instrumentl, you’ll be able to know what an LOI is and why it is important to the grant writing process, how to obtain the key elements necessary for an LOI, and how to understand the construction of an LOI.

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AI for good: How you can help Candid Labs empower nonprofits 

Candid

Generative AI can help nonprofit staff work more efficiently and equitably Most recently, we took the opportunity to leverage generative AI to solve a big grant writing pain point: writing Letters of Intent (LOIs). Candid’s AI-powered LOI writer assistant aids fundraisers and provides guidance on writing different sections of an LOI.

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